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About Ann Gaffey, MD, MS

Ann Gaffey, MD, is a board-certified vascular surgeon who specializes in a wide spectrum of vascular diseases including complex treatment of thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms, peripheral arterial disease, carotid disease, thoracic outlet syndrome and hemodialysis access. Her clinical interests include examining new approaches to peripheral arterial disease and improving the patency of current bypass options.

Dr. Gaffey was drawn to vascular surgery primary for the opportunity to develop lifelong relationships with her patients while working together to manage all aspects of their vascular health. She is able to offer a myriad of treatments from medical management, structured exercise, endovascular interventions and open surgery tailored to each patient. Dr. Gaffey finds nothing more rewarding than earning her patient's trust and becoming part of their health care team.

As an assistant professor of surgery at UC San Diego School of Medicine, she trains medical students, residents and fellows in the Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.

Dr. Gaffey completed fellowship training in vascular surgery and endovascular therapy, residency training in general surgery and a master's degree in translational research at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in Philadelphia. She earned her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, District of Columbia. Dr. Gaffey is board certified in vascular surgery and general surgery.

She is a member of several professional societies including the American Heart Association, the American College of Surgeons and the Society of Vascular Surgeons.

Outside of work, Dr. Gaffey enjoys sailing, mountain biking, skiing, running and gardening.

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For more information, see Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.

Medical DegreeGeorgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DCResidencyUniversity of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PAFellowshipUniversity of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PAMaster's DegreeUniversity of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
GenderFemale
Date Joined Staff2022-02-04
Board Certifications
American Board of SurgeryGeneral SurgeryVascular Surgery
Conditions and Treatments
  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
  • Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
  • Aortic Aneurysms
  • Carotid Artery Disease
  • Hemodialysis Access
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease
  • Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Cardiothoracic (Heart and Lung) Surgery

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