Vascular Surgeons in Virginia

Biography: Dr. Naren Gupta completed his surgical internship and earned a PhD (with Distinction) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his General Surgery residency at the University of Virginia, and went on to advanced training in Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy at Emory University. His research in antibiotics usage to prevent infections after surgery, the role of nutrition in disease, and stroke prevention by carotid surgery and stenting won national awards and is widely published. He is Board Certified in both General and Vascular Surgery. After completing his training, Dr. Gupta joined the faculty of the Brigham and Women's Hospital at VA Boston and was an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School for 6 years. His expertise in the advanced use of stents and minimally invasive interventional techniques in the treatment of aneurysms, carotid disease, venous disease, blood clots and PAD significantly advanced the vascular surgery care of our nation's veterans. Dr. Gupta's innovative, patient-centered multi-disciplinary approach to reducing stroke was awarded the prestigious Young Clinician's Award by CIMIT, a consortium of Harvard, MIT and the US Department of Defense. Dr. Gupta has worked with FEMA, the Department of Homeland Security and the White House Medical Unit to provide surgical care during the G-8 Summit and disaster relief services after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. During Operation Enduring Freedom, he provided services as a Distinguished Visiting Surgeon at the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Germany to care for acutely injured US and NATO warfighters flown in from Afghanistan and Iraq. Dr. Gupta believes that surgeons have a duty to serve their patients with heartfelt empathy. His greatest honor was to receive the Golden Heart Award twice for outstanding compassion in veteran care. Dr. Gupta brings this combination of cutting-edge surgical and endovascular expertise and empathetic, patient-centered service to VIV in offering care for the entire breadth of vascular surgery problems. He is dual Board Certified in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery and has active licenses in 8 states.

Biography: Dr. Deepak Deshmukh is a board-certified General & Vascular Surgeon at the Vascular Institute of Virginia. Dr. Deshmukh completed his undergraduate degree in Biology at Boston College, and went on to complete his Master's degree in Medical Sciences at Boston University. Dr. Deshmukh graduated from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. He completed his surgical residency at Robert Packer Hospital and Guthrie Clinic in Sayre, PA with additional training in Transplant and Pediatric Surgery at The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He completed his Vascular Surgical Fellowship at the University of Rochester's Strong Memorial Hospital.Dr. Deshmukh has extensive research experience in the fields of endovascular repairs, stenting, and endarterectomy treatments for conditions such as End Stage Renal Disease, Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms, and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms. He has had a busy clinical practice in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia since 2008. Dr. Deshmukh is currently a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve. He was originally commissioned in 2001. He has served in Operation Iraqi Freedom in Tikrit and Mosul Iraq, as well as Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan on multiple tours of duty.While serving in the U.S. Army, Dr. Deshmukh was awarded the Army Commendation Medal during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. During his Deployments he has served as the Deputy Director of Clinical Services (DCCS) for a Combat Support Hospital and Forward Surgical Team. He has served with the U.S. Army in Honduras, El Salvador and Colombia on numerous humanitarian missions as well.Dr. Deshmukh is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and holds active memberships with the Society of Vascular Surgery and Society of Clinical Vascular Surgery. He has held faculty appointments at SUNY Upstate Health Science Center and the Eastern Virginia Medical School Department of Surgery. He has a passion for teaching Medical Students, Residents and Fellows. In his free time, Dr. Deshmukh enjoys tennis, swimming, and practicing Tae Kwon Do as a black belt.

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Care Philosophy: For over 40 years, Virginia Surgical Associates has been providing vascular and general surgery care to Virginia's patients, through offices in Richmond, Mechanicsville, Midlothian and Tappahannock. Each of our physicians was recognized for his academic achievements in medical school and rewarded with outstanding surgical training programs. All are board certified in their specialty. They are recognized for their involvement in community affairs. Their quest for excellence has continued in their practice of vascular and general surgery. They are committed to staying abreast of the many advances and new technologies in surgery and participate in numerous medical seminars and courses to help ensure the best care available for our patients. Our physicians are committed to patient education. An extensive library of informational pamphlets and brochures are available to assist patients in becoming more educated about their health along with procedures and treatments which may be indicated to maintain a maximum level of comfort and productivity.

Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Brian Chen, MD, is a board-certified general and vascular surgeon, who brings more than 20 years of experience to Surgical Associates of Richmond. Dr. Chen earned his medical doctorate from Emory University School of Medicine, followed by an internship in general surgery at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. He then completed General Surgery training at Medstar Georgetown-Washington Hospital Center, where he served as administrative chief resident, and Vascular Surgery training at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Prior to medical school, Dr. Chen graduated summa cum laude from Georgia Institute of Technology, with a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering. Dr. Chen is a former U.S. Navy physician who has actively deployed with the U.S. Marine Corps, providing all aspects of medical care in the field.In addition to his board certification in General and Vascular Surgery by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Chen is a fellow of the Society for Vascular Surgery and the American College of Surgeons. Throughout his career, Dr. Chen's expertise in patient care and vascular research has garnered him multiple awards and publications in books and peer reviewed journals. Dr. Chen's area of focus in vascular surgery includes advanced arterial and venous endovascular interventions, open arterial reconstruction, carotid interventions including Transcarotid Artery Revascularization, and endovascular and open aortic repairs. He is currently accepting new patients and referrals.

Biography: Dr. Mark Levy, MD is a Vascular Surgery Specialist who practices in Richmond, VA. He is 60 years old. Dr. Mark Levy, MD is affiliated with TriCities Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Minimally invasive endovasular techniques for treatment of aortic aneurysms, lower extremity vascular disease, carotid disease, and vascular access.

Biography: Dr. Ambur is a native of Yorktown, Virginia. He received his BS in Biomedical Engineering, graduating Magna Cum Laude from Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta and received his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Ambur was the chief resident of general surgery at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia and completed his Fellowship in Vascular Surgery from the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio.Dr. Ambur specializes in vascular surgery and is registered in non-invasive vascular laboratory interpretation (RPVI). Special interests include minimally invasive endovascular techniques for the treatment of complex aortic aneurysms, lower extremity peripheral vascular disease, carotid disease and dialysis access.Dr. Ambur is a lifelong Atlanta Falcons fan. He enjoys traveling, tennis, CrossFit and spending time with his wife and children.

Biography: Dr. Sadaf Ahanchi, MD is a Vascular Surgery Specialist who practices in Fredericksburg, VA. She is 46 years old. Dr. Sadaf Ahanchi, MD is affiliated with Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Endovascular Treatment of Peripheral Vascular Disease.

Biography: Apurva Trivedi, DO, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in vascular and endovascular surgery affiliated with Surgical Associates of Richmond. Dr. Trivedi is originally from Salem, Virginia, and earned his medical degree at Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg. He then completed general surgery residency training at Geisinger Health System in Pennsylvania where he was recognized as resident teacher of the year. He then completed his vascular surgery fellowship at Jobst Vascular Institute in Toledo, Ohio. In addition, he completed his Bachelor of Science in Biology from University of Michigan. Dr. Trivedi is board certified by the American Board of Surgery in general surgery and board-eligible in vascular surgery. He performs vascular surgery for a variety of conditions involving arteries and veins and is a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation with the Alliance for Physician Certification and Advancement. Dr. Trivedi has presented numerous research studies and been published in a number of medical journals. He is a member of the American Colleges of Surgeons, Society of Clinical Vascular surgery, and Society of Vascular Surgery. In addition, he is certified in Advanced Trauma Life Support.When not in surgery, he enjoys spending time with his family, watching sports and playing golf.

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Biography: Amrina Cheema, MD, MPH, is a vascular and endovascular surgeon affiliated with Surgical Associates of Richmond. Dr. Cheema graduated with honors from the Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica, West Indies. She then completed residency training in vascular surgery with the Einstein Healthcare Network, in Philadelphia. Prior to her medical training, Dr. Cheema earned a Master of Public Health from the University of South Florida and a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences from Rutgers University. She is fluent in English and Punjabi. Dr. Cheema is a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation® with the Alliance for Physician Certification and Advancement. She performs vascular surgery for many conditions related to the arteries and veins and regularly presents her research at national vascular society meetings. When not in surgery, Dr. Cheema enjoys spending time with friends and family, and all things related to health and fitness.

Care Philosophy: RAF is a professional physician group providing sub-specialized diagnostic imaging, women's imaging, vascular surgery, and interventional radiology services to the Central Virginia region. We are committed to always using the most sophisticated cutting edge imaging equipment. We ensure that all of the imaging centers and offices that we own, manage or support are accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR), a prestigious designation and rigorous process.