Jennifer K. Svahn, FACS, MD

Surgeon

Dr. Jennifer K. Svahn is a Surgeon in New York, NY with special training and skill in performing surgical procedures within a wide variety of specialties. As a Surgeon, Jennifer K. Svahn, FACS, MD performs surgical operations to prevent or remedy illness, injury, or dysfunction relating to patient anatomy. Surgery is a medical specialty focusing on surgical operations performed as emergency or elective procedures. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Surgeons include appendicitis, heart disease, pancreatitis, traumatic injury, cancer, congenital birth defect, oral disease or dysfunction, gallbladder disease, kidney stones, chronic back, neck, or joint pain, chronic sinus infection, brain disorders, and eye injury or illness. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Surgeons include laboratory testing, surgical procedures, post-operative care, patient education, anesthesia administration, and pre-and post-operative medication prescription.

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Peripheral Vascular Surgeon

Cardiovascular Surgeon

Dr. Jennifer K. Svahn is a Cardiovascular Surgeon in New York, NY with special training and skill in repairing cardiovascular damage and dysfunction. As a Cardiovascular Surgeon, Jennifer K. Svahn, FACS, MD performs invasive surgeries, minimally invasive surgeries, and robot-assisted procedures. Cardiovascular Surgery is heart and blood vessel surgery. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Cardiovascular Surgeons include arrhythmia, heart valve disorders, and cardiac arrest. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Cardiovascular Surgeons include coronary artery bypass, ventricular assist device implantation, heart valve replacement, and heart transplants.

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  Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

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  Member of the American Vein & Lymphatic Society / American College of Phlebology