Gayan De Silva, MD
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Gayan De Silva, MD, MS, is a staff surgeon in the Department of Vascular Surgery, Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. He sees patients at Fairview Hospital and Avon Hospital.
Specialty Interests: Open and endovascular approaches to peripheral arterial disease, aortic disease, thoracic outlet syndrome (neurogenic, arterial and venous), cerebrovascular/carotid disease (open procedures and stenting), treatment of deep venous thrombosis and May-Thurner syndrome, dialysis access creation, Nutcracker syndrome, and mesenteric ischemia
Experience: Physicians in the Department of Vascular Surgery perform more than 8,000 procedures annually for patients with a broad spectrum of vascular diseases. Dr. De Silva and his colleagues use both open and endovascular methods to achieve excellent outcomes and collaborate with cardiac surgery, cardiology and vascular medicine as needed to treat all types of vascular disorders.
Dr. De Silva is board certified in vascular surgery and is a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation.
Success Rates: Cleveland Clinic Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute is nationally and internationally renowned for the world’s best cardiovascular care, drawing patients from across the country and around the world. To learn about patient outcomes for specific conditions and procedures at Cleveland Clinic, go to: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/outcomes/358-institute-summary
Education: Dr. De Silva is a graduate of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, in Cleveland,OH, where he earned a Doctorate in Medicine and a Master’s in Applied Anatomy.He completed his general surgery residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. During his residency he also was a postdoctoral research fellow at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. After finishing general surgery residency, he continued his specialty training there as a fellow in vascular surgery.
Dr. De Silva joined the Cleveland Clinic medical staff in 2023 following his vascular surgery fellowship.
Research, Publications and Speaking: Dr. De Silva is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing surgical techniques to enhance patient care through research. He has coauthored research papers published in peer-reviewed medical and vascular surgery journals and is the lead author on chapters in several print and online vascular surgery textbooks. He has participated in oral and poster presentations at regional, national and international medical meetings, including the American College of Surgeons and Vascular Research Initiatives Conference.
About Dr. De Silva: “One of the many things I enjoy about vascular surgery is the constant evolution of the field. We are always trying to push the envelope of what can be done to best take care of our patients, whether through open surgery or endovascular/minimally invasive surgery. There is as much art to vascular surgery as there is science and innovation. It is also a field that allows me to forge lifelong partnerships with my patients and their families. As a surgeon, my focus is on treating whatever pathology is preventing patients from having their best quality of life, and as a physician, my goal is to make sure that all their health concerns are addressed.”
Leisure Activities: In his leisure time, Dr. De Silva enjoys carpentry and woodworking. He and his wife love hiking and being outdoors and are trying to visit every national park in the United States. Avid cyclists, they particularly enjoy riding in the Metroparks and Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2023
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Barnes Jewish Hospital
Vascular Surgery
St. Louis,
MO
2023
Residency - Barnes Jewish Hospital
General Surgery
St. Louis,
MO
2021
Graduate School - Case Western Reserve Medical School
Cleveland,
OH
2014
Medical Education - Case Western Reserve Medical School
Cleveland,
OH
2014
Undergraduate - University of Michigan
Ann Arbor,
MI
2009
Certifications
- Surgery - Vascular Surgery
- Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation
Awards & Honors
- 2022 Gregorio Sicard Fellow Teaching Award, Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine
2021 Eugene M. Bricker General Surgery Teaching Award, Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine2017 Vascular and Endovascular Surgical Society Resident Research Grant and Award
2014 William H. Holden Department of Surgery Award for Most Outstanding Student in Surgery, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
2010 National Institutes of Health T-35 Training Grant
Research & Publications
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As of 9/22/2023, Dr. De Silva has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
Royalty Payments. Dr. De Silva receives or has the right to receive royalty payments for inventions or discoveries commercialized through the companies shown below:
- Caeli Vascular, Inc.
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47 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
6 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 20, 2024
I did not get the Provider I wanted.
Reviewed on May 2, 2024
Dr De Silva , was excellent, great care , excellent explanation, very kind , very considerate, great with me and family members. Make me feel calm and confident . Dr de Silva had great follow up after Surgery.
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024
Good, was surprised that Dr. DeSilva actually called me
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024
The doctor took his time to explain the procedure and make sure I was comfortable during the entire process.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023
Very likely, best provider I ever had!
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2023
Staff were courteous and friendly. I did not wait very long in the waiting room or the exam room. The doctor discussed all information regarding the procedure. They were very flexible in scheduling my next appointment