Ara K. Pridjian, M.D.
EDUCATION
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, M.D.
University of Michigan Ross School of Business, Ann Arbor, MI, M.B.A.
University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, M.S.
University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, B.S.
MEDICAL TRAINING
University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI, Fellowship, Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery
University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI, Residency, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, Residency, General Surgery
University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, Internship, General Surgery
CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
AFFILIATIONS
American College of Surgeons, Fellow
Society of Thoracic Surgeons
The American College of Phlebology
AWARDS AND HONORS
Merck Award for Academic Achievement
John Alexander Research Fellow
Gold Medal Forum Award for Research in Surgery
Biography
About Ara K. Pridjian, M.D.
Ara K. Pridjian, M.D., is a board-certified physician with decades of clinical and leadership experience, specializing in vascular, endovascular, and cardiothoracic surgery. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his general surgery residency at the University of Illinois. Dr. Pridjian did further training through a cardiovascular and thoracic surgery residency and a pediatric cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the University of Michigan Hospitals.
Using his experience in open vascular surgery, dialysis access, and vein care, Dr. Pridjian combines a data-driven approach with his surgical skills to improve overall vascular health.
Dr. Pridjian’s Care Philosophy: “I believe that clear communication and steady leadership are just as vital as clinical expertise in helping patients navigate the most challenging medical moments.”
Doctor Locations
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