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Work History
Education
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Research
Certification
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Brett Voigt, DO

Urbandale,IA

Summary

Dedicated, hardworking and board eligible vascular surgeon with over two years of practice beyond fellowship. Adept in performing comprehensive vascular exams, accurately analyzing results and diagnosing vascular disorders. Experienced in workup and treatment of peripheral arterial disease, mesenteric disease, aortic disease, carotid artery disease, dialysis access and venous disease. Utilizes open and endovascular treatment modalities. Dedicated to identifying patient needs and delivering holistic care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vascular Surgeon

The Iowa Clinic
08.2021 - Current
  • Communicate one-on-one with patients during consultations to discuss treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
  • Perform surgery on an average of 12 patients per week to treat arterial disease, venous disease and hemodialysis access.
  • Proficient in open and endovascular treatments.
  • Active in Level 1 traumas involving vascular injuries.
  • Supervise trainees, medical students and residents to help each achieve proficiency in their field.
  • Collaborate with other medical professionals to achieve patient wishes and care.

Vascular Surgery Fellow

Newark Beth Israel / St Barnabas Medical
08.2019 - 07.2021
  • Utilized open and endovascular techniques to care for peripheral arterial, venous, carotid and aortic patients.
  • Contributed to research activities by providing specialist input based on professional expertise, practice and experience.

General Surgery Resident

Hackensack/Palisades Medical Center
07.2014 - 06.2019
  • Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discussed patient conditions and coordinated care.
  • Utilized open and laparoscopic techniques for various common surgical procedures such as appendectomies, cholecystectomies, hernia repairs and bowel resection to restore health in patients.
  • Analyzed patients' medical histories, medications, allergies, physical conditions and examination results to determine best treatment.

Education

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine - Osteopathic Medicine

Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Parker, CO
05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Biology / Neuroscience

Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2010

Skills

  • Open and Endovascular Techniques
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease
  • Venous Disease
  • Cerebrovascular Disease
  • Dialysis Access
  • Compassionate Care
  • Teaching Abilities
  • Communication
  • Fenestrated Aortic Aneurysm Skills
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management

Scholarly Activity

Publications

  • Voigt, B. Ortner Syndrome Secondary to Saccular Thoracic Aneurysm. Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases and Innovative Techniques. 2021; 7, pp. 371-373 (co-author)
  • Voigt, B. Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 Infection and Thrombosis: Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens Presenting with Venous Gangrene in a Child. The Journal of Pediatrics. November 2020; 226, pp. 281-284 (co-author)
  • Voigt, B. Delayed evolving epidural hematoma in the setting of a depressed skull fracture: A case report and review of the literature. Trauma Case Reports. April 2019; 22 (co-author)


Oral Presentations

  • Voigt, B. (March, 2020). Trends in Carotid Interventions in a Community Practice. Vascular Society of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ
  • Voigt, B. (October, 2019). Challenging Case: Type B Aortic Dissection. Vascular Society of New Jersey, New Brunswick, NJ
  • Voigt, B & Bernik, T. (March, 2018). Visceral and Renal Snorkel for 8.5cm Bilobed Juxtarenal Aortic Aneurysm Complicated by Retrograde Thoracic Dissection and Paresis Treated with Thoracic Stent Graft. Society for Clinical Vascular Surgeons, Las Vegas, NV


Poster Presentations

  • Voigt, B & Dardik, H & Bernik, T. (April, 2017). Innovative Approach for Celiac Debranching Utilizing the Gastroduodenal Artery; Society for Clinical Vascular Surgeons, Las Vegas, NV
  • Voigt, B & Alexander, F. (June, 2016). Congenital Duplication Cyst of the Ileocecal Valve: Is Conservative Resection a Viable Option Poster. Palisades Medical Center Annual Poster Symposium; North Bergen, NJ


Research

  • Englewood Hospital and Medical Center, 2016 - 2018. Aided data collection and analysis with Dr. Herbert Dardik and Dr. Tom Bernik. Compiled data on operative outcomes; aided in the dissection and bypass' of mice aorta; collaborated and coordinated with faculty, staff scientists, and research students across departments.
  • Department of Neuroscience, Loyola University Chicago, Department of Neuroscience, Spring 2010. Undergraduate research assistant. Helped develop a protocol to adequately visualize the developing zebra fish nervous system, labeled zebra fish retina and lateral line via immunostaining.

Certification

  • Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation, 12/2023
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 08/2023
  • Basic Life Support, 07/2018
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 07/2018
  • Advanced Disaster Life Support, 07/2012
  • Basic Disaster Life Support, 05/2012

Accomplishments

  • Hobson Award, Vascular Society of New Jersey, 03/2020
  • Chief Surgical Resident, Hackensack/Palisades Medical Center, 2018-2019
  • Honors, Osteopathic Principles and Practices, Rocky Vista University, 2010


Leadership Experience

  • Member, Student DO of the Year Selection Committee, 2011 - 2014
  • Member, RVU Faculty Awards Committee, 2011 - 2014
  • President, Student Government Association, RVUCOM, 2011 - 2012
  • Student Representative, CSOM Board of Trustees, 2011 - 2012
  • Student Representative, RVUCOM Presidential Search Committee, 2012
  • Student Representative, AOA House of Delegates, 2011


Professional Organizations

  • Society for Vascular Surgeons, 2019 - present
  • Society for Clinical Vascular Surgeons, 2018 - present
  • American Osteopathic Association, 08/2010 - present
  • Council of Osteopathic Student Government Presidents, 2011 - 2012

Hobbies and Interests

Spending time with my wife, son, daughter and our labradoodle. We enjoy hiking, skiing and travel. I also like working on and racing classic automobiles. I'm a novice at cycling and photography.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Vascular Surgeon

The Iowa Clinic
08.2021 - Current

Vascular Surgery Fellow

Newark Beth Israel / St Barnabas Medical
08.2019 - 07.2021

General Surgery Resident

Hackensack/Palisades Medical Center
07.2014 - 06.2019

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine - Osteopathic Medicine

Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Biology / Neuroscience

Loyola University Chicago
Brett Voigt, DO