Dr. Peter Ford M.D.
Vascular Surgeon | Vascular Surgery
7800 PROVIDENCE RD CHARLOTTE NC, 28226About
Dr. Peter Ford is a vascular surgeon practicing in CHARLOTTE, NC. Dr. Ford specializes in disorders relating to the arterial, venous and lymphatic systems. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Ford diagnoses and treats vascular diseases and performs vasular surgeries. Common conditions that a vascular surgeon treats are aneurysms, atherosclerosis and varicose veins. Vascular specialists might also treat trauma, venous ulcers, poor leg circulation, peripheral arterial disease and other vascular-related issues.
Education and Training
Monash University / Faculty of Medicine Medicine
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Professional Memberships
- Member Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS)
Fellowships
- UNC North Carolina, Vascular Surgery, NC, USA 2007
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