Sdringola-Mara, Stefano MD

Dr. Kousta FotehKousta Foteh, MD, is a board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon and general surgeon at Vital Heart & Vein located in Humble, Texas. Dr. Foteh has particular interests and expertise in the treatment of aortic disorders, minimally invasive treatment for vascular disease, minimally invasive treatment for peripheral artery disease (PAD), and limb salvage.Dr. Foteh is a native Houstonian and graduated summa cum laude from Texas A&M University with a bachelors degree in biology. After graduating, he attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. He continued his education and completed his residency in general surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas. In the final year of his residency, he had the distinct honor to serve as Chief Surgical Resident. This distinction is only given to one resident each year. Upon completion of his residency, he attended the University of Arkansas to complete his vascular surgery fellowship. Prior to joining Vital Heart & Vein, Dr. Foteh spent two and a half years serving a private practice at the Oklahoma Heart Hospital, the states largest and most prestigious facility for cardiovascular disease.Dr. Foteh constantly seeks and offers cutting edge treatment options to better serve his patients. He is highly skilled in both traditional open vascular surgery as well as minimally invasive endovascular surgery. Dr. Foteh was the first vascular surgeon in Northeast Houston to offer TCAR and a breakthrough technology to treat carotid disease, which is used to prevent strokes.With a desire to share his experience, Dr. Foteh dedicates his time to training other vascular specialists across the country for advanced endovascular treatment of vascular disorders. He enjoys sharing his knowledge on treating a variety of peripheral arterial diseases and venous disorders. Additionally, he has co-authored several book chapters and has published several articles in major medical journals. In 2015, Dr. Foteh received the Physician of the Year Award at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital. Currently, he serves as the Director of Vascular Surgery and the Chair of the Department of Surgery at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.

Vital Heart & Vein is a leading healthcare provider specializing in outpatient cardiac and peripheral vascular services, dedicated to delivering individualized and accessible care of the highest quality. Their team of board-certified physicians is committed to utilizing the latest technology and treatment practices to ensure optimal patient outcomes. With a focus on patient-centered care, Vital Heart & Vein operates an accredited Ambulatory Surgery Center equipped with advanced technology, allowing for efficient procedures and quick recovery times. The organization emphasizes the importance of forming true partnerships with patients, striving to guide them toward better health and a fulfilling life. Generated from the website