F Ezequiel Parodi, MD - UNC Hospitals Heart and Vascular Center at Meadowmont

I chose to become a physician because I recognized from an early age the privilege it is to be a part of the healthcare team. Personal experiences with my family requiring emergent surgical procedures made a profound impact on my life, and helped cultivate my commitment to patient care. I was given an opportunity to contribute to peoples lives, and I remain steadfast in that pursuit. It is important to me that each patient feels like a person, rather than simply a patient. I emphasize communication with a focus on dignity, respect, and compassion. My goal is to have each person understand his/her diagnosis and to feel confident with the treatment plan we developed as a team. I have particular clinical interest in limb preservation. This encompasses the treatment of complex arterial and venous disease that contributes to the risk of limb threat. I am also passionate about the treatment of complex carotid occlusive disease, with an emphasis on minimally invasive, endovascular techniques. Outside of work, I enjoy being active outdoors with my family and two dogs. We enjoy hiking, skiing, and spending time at the pool.

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I chose to become a physician (and, specifically, a vascular surgeon) in order to help individuals maintain functional lifestyles with the desire to participate in their care longitudinally. As a vascular surgeon, given the nature of our profession, I was/am continually excited become part of a broader, collaborative community of physicians and providers helping to educate and to improve patients’ lives. My philosophy involves shared decision making with an emphasis on patient education to make as informed a decision as possible. When I am not at work, I enjoy road and mountain biking, Formula 1, soccer, and rugby.