George Anton, M.D.
| Appointed: |
1999 |
| Gender: |
Male |
| Languages: |
English |
Vascular Surgery
Biographical Sketch
George Anton, MD, is Chief of Vascular Surgery in the Department of Vascular Surgery at Hillcrest Hospital, a Cleveland Clinic hospital. Dr. Anton was appointed to Cleveland Clinic in 1999. He served as a Clinical Associate in the Vascular Surgery Department after completing a fellowship at Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Anton’s specialty interests include carotid artery surger, thoracic-abdominal aortic repair and reconstruction, thoracic aortic aneurysm repair, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, sclerotherapy, and peripheral artery and vein repair and bypass surgery.
He attended Long Island College, graduating magna cum laude and received his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, D.C. Dr. Anton completed his postdoctoral education, including an internship and residency in surgery, followed by a fellowship in vascular surgery, all at Cleveland Clinic. He is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery in surgery and the subspecialty of general vascular surgery.
Dr. Anton has written articles for scientific journals and spoken at medical conferences. He was named to "The Best Doctors in America-Midwest Region" in 1996. He is a member of the Cleveland and Midwestern Vascular Surgical Societies and the Ohio State Medical Association Peripheral Vascular Surgical Society.
Education & Fellowships
| Medical School: | Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, DC |
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| Residency: | Cleveland Clinic, General Surgery, Cleveland, OH |
| Fellowship: | Cleveland Clinic, Vascular Surgery, Cleveland, OH |
| Other Education: | (Undergraduate) Long Island University - C.W. Post Campus, Long Island, NY |
Certifications
General Vascular Surgery
Surgery
Specialty Interests
Carotid artery surgery, thoraco-abdominal aortic repair/ reconstruction, thoracic aortic aneurysm repair, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery/vein repair/bypass surgery, sclerotherapy.
Awards & Honors
The Best Doctors in America, Midwest Region, 1996-1997
Professional Memberships
- American College of Surgeons
- Midwestern Society of Vascular Surgeons
- Cleveland Vascular Society
Specializes in Diseases and Conditions
Specializes in Services
Industry Relationships
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