Dr. Sammy Eghbalieh, FACS, FSVS, RPVI is a board-certified expert in the most advanced techniques of vascular, endovascular, and minimally invasive surgery for venous and arterial diseases. He is the fastest growing vascular surgeon in the San Fernando Valley and has done over 10,000 procedures. He is the director of vascular and endovascular surgery as well as, director of vascular imaging at Southern California Multi-Specialty Center (SCMSC).
Dr. Eghbalieh and the surgeons at SCMSC treat the following vascular conditions:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Critical Limb Ischemia
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Diabetic Foot Ulcers/ Advanced Wound Healing
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- IVC Filter Placement & Removal
- Limb Salvage and Amputation Prevention
- May-Thurner Syndrome
- Pelvic Congestion Syndrome
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Renal Artery Stenosis
- Renal Disease
- Subclavian Artery Steal Syndrome (SSS)
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms (TAA)
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Varicose Veins
- Venous/ Arterial Leg Ulcers
Dr. Sammy Eghbalieh and Dr. Andrew Abi-Chaker
Dr. Eghbalieh is trained in revolutionary wound healing treatments for aggressive limb salvage, including endovascular and surgical repair of blocked arteries using cutting-edge medical devices to prevent amputation. He is an expert in the field of treating severe cases of diabetic foot ulcerations and critical limb ischemia (CLI). Many patients come to Dr. Eghbalieh seeking a 2nd opinion where they have been told amputation is their only option.
Dr. Eghbalieh practices the latest endovascular methods for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA) repair and is recognized among his peers as a pioneer in challenging cases, often receiving referrals from other surgeons. Unique to Dr. Eghbalieh, he incorporates advanced intravascular ultrasound imaging (IVUS) in his AAA/ TAA cases to ensure the best surgical results. He also serves on the Providence Holy Cross Medical Center Trauma team where he treats severe, emergency aortic dissections.
Dr. Eghbalieh was the founder of the TCAR (Trans-Carotid Artery Revascularization) program at Providence Holy Cross Medical Center. He is one of the few surgeons in Southern California that specializes in this minimally invasive carotid procedure. He offers a collaborative approach to treating carotid disease and was a key contributor to the development of the comprehensive stroke program at Providence Holy Cross.
Additionally, he has expertise in venous disease with advanced training in Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), May Thurner Syndrome (MTS) and Pulmonary Embolism (PE). He uses multiple innovative techniques for treating venous disease and clot removal. Dr. Eghbalieh has expertise in treating challenging cases with the most advanced thrombectomy devices.
Dr. Eghbalieh champions a team approach when it comes to treating his dialysis patients with renal disease. He works closely with the patient’s nephrologist, caregivers, and dialysis centers to ensure the best possible outcomes. There are few surgeons in Southern California with more experience than him in advanced fistula creations and dialysis access. His team is available 24/7 to these patients.
Dr. Eghbalieh completed his undergraduate degree at UCLA and finished among the top 5 students of his graduating class to be awarded “Bruin of the Year.” He later attended the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA-Drew Medical Education Program. After medical school he completed his general surgery residency at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Connecticut, an affiliate hospital of Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Eghbalieh also received his postdoctoral research fellowship in vascular surgery at Yale School of Medicine. His postdoctoral research and received national recognition and publications. After his time at Yale, he was one of the lucky few applicants to be awarded a fellowship in vascular, endovascular, and minimally invasive vascular surgery at the highly competitive and world-renowned Albany Medical Center Vascular Surgery Department.
He is well respected among his peers and collaborates with leading medical device companies to help train other physicians in his advanced limb salvage techniques. Additionally, he trains physicians internationally on his carotid approach with the latest procedure.
When he is not seeing patients, Dr. Eghbalieh enjoys biking, spending time with family and traveling.
Sammy Eghbalieh, MD, FACS, FSVS, RPVI
Dr. Sammy Eghbalieh is an active member of many surgical societies, including:
- Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS)
- Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Society
- American College of Surgeons
- Physicians for Social Responsibility
- Society of Clinical Vascular Surgery (SCVS)
- Southern California Society for Vascular Surgery
- Southern California American College of Surgeons
At Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, he serves on the following boards & committees:
- Providence Heart Institute Leadership Council
- Chair of Patient Safety Indicator
- Quality Management Committee
- Critical Care Committee and Pulmonary Embolism Response Team
- Co-director of the TCAR Program
Education:
Currently serving as Clinical Assistant Professor of General Study at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
- David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA (DGSOM) Drew Medical Education Program
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) B.A. Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Residency & Fellowships:
- Yale University School of Medicine Affiliate Hospitals- Saint Mary’s Hospital
- Yale University School of Medicine Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, Section of Vascular Surgery
- Albany Medical Center Vascular Surgery Fellowship
Board Certifications:
- American Board of Surgery, Vascular Surgery
- Fellows of American College of Surgeons
- Distinguished Fellow Society of Vascular Surgery
- California Department of Public Health Fluoroscopy Supervisor and Operator
- Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation
Awards & Recognitions:
Professional
- Los Angeles Magazine Top Doctors, 2016, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- Best of Top Doctors Award, 2024
- SCVS Young Vascular Surgeons Scholarship – 48th SCVS Annual Symposium, 2021
- America’s Top Surgeons- Consumers’ Research Council of America, 2018, 2019
- Society of Clinical Vascular Surgery Young Vascular Surgeons Scholarship 2017, 2021
- Providence Holy Cross Medical Center CME Program 2017, 2018, 2019
- Fellows of Society for Vascular Surgery, 2019
- “Americas Top Surgeons”, Consumers’ Research Council of America, 2018, 2019
- Fellows of American College of Surgeons, 2018
- SCVS Young Vascular Surgeons Scholarship – 45th SCVS Annual Symposium, 2017
- Pride in Profession in Vascular Surgery 2016
Fellowship
- Young Surgeons/Professors’ Rounds Scholarship – Joint Annual Meeting NESVS/EVS, 2014
- SCVC Fellows Scholarship – 42nd SCVS Annual Symposium, 2014
Residency
- SCVS Incoming Fellows Scholarship – 41st SCVS Annual Symposium, 2013
- First place Resident Skills Competition – Connecticut ACS Chapter, 2012
- Outstanding Six Consecutive Resident Research Competitions Award – Connecticut ACS, 2012
- Second Place Surgical Specialties – Connecticut ACS Resident Paper Competition, 2011
- Resident Award – New England Society for Vascular Surgery 38th Annual Meeting, 2011
- Basic Science Poster Session Champion – Society for Vascular Surgery Meeting, 2011
- Outstanding Resident Research Award – Yale/STMH, 2011
- Resident Award – Society for Vascular Surgery Annual Meeting, 2011
- Resident Award – Eastern Vascular Society 24th Annual Meeting, 2010
- Resident Award – New England Society for Vascular Surgery 37th Annual Meeting, 2010
- Outstanding ABSITE Score Award – Yale/STMH, 2010
- Outstanding Resident Research Award – Yale/STMH, 2010
- Resident Award – Society for Vascular Surgery Annual Meeting, 2010
- Resident Award – University of Rochester Vascular Conference, 2010
- Resident Award – New England Society for Vascular Surgery 36th Annual Meeting, 2009
Medical School
- Certificate of Appreciation – Pasadena City College Caduceus Club, 2007
- Dean’s Scholar for Research Thesis, DGSOM, 2006
- Best Rotating Student In Orthopedic Surgery – DGSOM, 2006
- Letter of Distinction In Orthopedic Surgery – DGSOM, 2005
- Letter of Distinction In Head & Neck Surgery – DGSOM, 2005
- Letter of Distinction In Psychiatry – DGSOM, 2004
- AT&T Medical Association Award – DGSOM, 2004
- CHELA Scholars Essay Award, First Prize – San Francisco, 2003
- Mae Mitzenmacher David Geffen School of Medicine Scholarship – DGSOM, 2001-05
- Community Outreach Award, UCLA Chancellor’s Government Relations – DGSOM, 2003
Undergraduate
- Outstanding Alumni Award – COPE Health Solutions, 2002
- Will Rogers Award – UCLA, 2001-04
- Faculty/Mentor Award for Robotics Club – L.A. County Board of Supervisors, 2001
- Best Faculty Award, King/Drew Medical Magnet H.S. Robotic’s Club, 2001
- Leadership Guidance Award – LAUSD Mike Lansing Board Member, District 7, 2001
- “Senior of the Year Award” – UCLA Bruinlife, 2000
- Chancellor’s Service Award – UCLA , 2000
- National Dean’s Honor List – UCLA, 2000
- American Cancer Society Future ACS Leaders Award, 1999
Professional Memberships
- Southern California Vascular Surgery Society, Active Member, 2018 – Present
- Outpatient Endovascular and Interventional Society, Active Member, 2015 – Present
- American College of Surgeons – Southern California Chapter, Active Member, 2015 – Present
- Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Society, Candidate Member, 2014 – Present
- Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery, Member, District 7, 2013 – Present
- American Heart Association, ATVB, Member, 2011 – 2018
- National American Vascular Biology Organization, Member, 2009 – 2014
- Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons, Candidate Member, 2011 – 2013
- Society of American Gastrointestinal & Endoscopic Surgeons, Candidate Member, 2009 – 2013
- Society for Vascular Surgery, Active Member, 2009 – 2013
- Society of American Gastrointestinal & Endoscopic Surgeons, Candidate Member, 2007 – Present
- American College of Surgeons – Resident and Associate Society, Candidate Member, 2007 – 2015
- American College of Surgeons, Active Member, 2007 – Present
- American College of Surgeons – Connecticut Chapter, Candidate Member, 2007 – 2013
- Connecticut State Medical Society, Candidate Member, 2007 – 2013
- American Diabetes Association – Professional Section, Candidate Member, 2006 – 2013
- Physicians for Social Responsibility, Member, 2005 – Present
- American Medical Association, Member, 2001 – 2018
- California Medical Association, Candidate Member, 2001 – 2008
- Los Angeles County Medical Association, Candidate Member, 2001 – 2008
- American Medical Student Association, Candidate Member, 2001 – 2010
- King/Drew Medical Society, Alumni, 2001 – 2015
- Phi Sigma Biological Honor Society, Alumni, 1999 – 2013
- Golden Key National Honor Society, Alumni, 1999 – 2015
Publications:
- “Diversifying your ASC or OBL for Success,” Siemens Healthineers
- Class of 2000 Yearbook, University of California Los Angeles – Bruin Life / Southern Campus (Los Angeles, CA)
- “Chronic mesenteric ischemia outcome analysis and predictors of endovascular failure”, National Library of Medicine
- “Aged Rats Have Increased Neointimal Thickening and Ephrin-B2 Expression After Carotid Angioplasty”, Journal of Vascular Surgery
- “Age-Related Notch-4 Quiescence is Associated with Altered Wall Remodeling During Vein Graft Adaptation”, ScienceDirect
- Breakin’ The Boards – Step II CK, Book Editor
