Ara K. Pridjian, M.D.
Credentials:
EDUCATION
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, M.D.
University of Michigan Ross School of Business, Ann Arbor, MI, M.B.A.
University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, M.S.
University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, B.S.
MEDICAL TRAINING
University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI, Fellowship, Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery
University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI, Residency, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, Residency, General Surgery
University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, Internship, General Surgery
CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
AFFILIATIONS
American College of Surgeons, Fellow
Society of Thoracic Surgeons
The American College of Phlebology
AWARDS AND HONORS
Merck Award for Academic Achievement
John Alexander Research Fellow
Gold Medal Forum Award for Research in Surgery
Biography
About Ara K. Pridjian, M.D.
Ara K. Pridjian, M.D., is a board-certified physician with decades of experience in vascular, endovascular, and cardiothoracic surgery. Throughout his career, he has specialized in treating conditions affecting the body’s vascular system using both advanced surgical and minimally invasive image-guided techniques.
Dr. Pridjian earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed a general surgery residency at the University of Illinois. He went on to complete a residency in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, followed by a pediatric cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the University of Michigan Hospitals. His extensive training has provided him with a deep understanding of vascular anatomy and complex circulatory conditions.
Drawing on decades of experience in vascular surgery, endovascular procedures, dialysis access, and vein care, Dr. Pridjian takes a patient-centered, evidence-based approach to treatment. He is committed to utilizing minimally invasive techniques whenever appropriate to help patients achieve effective outcomes with less discomfort and shorter recovery time.
Doctor Locations
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- Elmwood Park 847.483.5717
- Belmont Ave.
- West Ida B. Wells 847.580.1318
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