Dr. Gus De Jesus, MD
Vascular Surgeon | Vascular Surgery
202 Howard street 202 Auburndale Florida, 33823About
A board-certified vascular surgeon, Dr. Gustavo De Jesus welcomes patients at his private practice, Vein & Vascular Experts, located in Lakeland and Auburndale, FL. Established in 2017 and led by Dr. De Jesus as Medical Director, the practice aims to provide personal, high-quality vascular care, including varicose vein and spider veins treatment, carotid artery surgery and stenting, treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms, dialysis fistulas, vascular ultrasound, and PAD (peripheral arterial disease) treatment. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. De Jesus specializes in treating vascular conditions with medical therapy, minimally invasive catheter procedures, and surgical reconstruction. Licensed to practice in the state of Florida, he has a remarkable professional journey that spans eleven years.
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Education and Training
University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, School of Medicine medical degree 2002
Board Certification
Vascular Surgery (Surgery)
American Board of Surgery (ABS)
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Dr. Gus De Jesus, MD's Expert Contributions
What anesthesia is used for varicose vein surgery?
We usually just use Local anesthesia. If you tend to get very anxious or nervous, we may give you a light sedative in pill form 30 minutes prior to the treatment. READ MORE
Can an abdominal aneurysm be fixed?
Yes. Aneurysms can be fixed. Not all aneurysms need to be fixed. It depends on the size and location. In the abdominal aorta which is what I assume you have... we usually wait for the aneurysm to reach at least 5 cm before fixing. There are 2 ways to fix them. Either we repair with minimally invasive or endovascular surgery by placing a stent inside the artery, or we repair directly with open surgery (traditional surgery). Go. Get checked by a vascular surgeon. READ MORE
Can an abdominal aneurysm be fixed?
Yes. If you have an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm or AAA, you should get checked at least once a year by a vascular surgeon. If the aneurysm is tender or if it reaches a certain size (usually 5 cm) then it should be repaired. There are 2 ways in which we repair the aneurysms. One of them is a minimally invasive surgery that requires putting stents inside the aneurysm to repair it. The other way we fix these is by doing open surgery which is a big operation done in the hospital. Both of these are very effective and safe. The risk of having an aneurysm is that if they get too large, they can rupture. This becomes a very significant medical emergency. The main take-home message is that if you have one, get checked. If it is big enough, get it fixed. READ MORE
Can varicose veins be cured?
Yes READ MORE
Is varicose vein treatment permanent?
In medicine we should never say anything is 100%. For the most part treatments for your lower extremity varicose veins will have a success rate above 95%. The good thing is even when they are not 100% successful, retreatment is possible with greater success rate. If you develop varicose vein disease especially at a young age and received treatment, the probability that you will develop recurrent problems in the next 5 to 10 years, is unfortunately high. If recurrence occurs, that he can always get rechecked and treated as needed. To avoid recurrence of varicose vein disease, you need to exercise, eat healthy, maintain a good weight, and if you have a sedentary job where you are standing or sitting most of the time, wear compression stockings. READ MORE
What type of treatment is best for varicose veins?
Varicose vein disease can present in many different ways. There are many treatments that are available to treat them. It all depends on what you are presenting with. There is no good way to answer your question all treatments that are done with an individual that is skilled and experienced in treating varicose vein disease should go well. READ MORE
Can varicocele be fixed?
Varicocele is a problem of the veins that drain the area of the testicle. It can be painful and be associated with issues with fertility in men. It is not a condition that I treat. For management of this problem you have to see a urologist. To answer your question, yes it is treatable. (It can be fixed) READ MORE
Can vein ablation fix varicose veins?
The truth is that every patient's condition is different. Some people present to clinic with 1 or 2 spider veins. Other individuals arrive with more severe disease which include spider veins and big bulging varicosities. Depending on the extent of the disease at presentation, vein ablation is at least a starting point for eliminating all the varicose veins. More commonly after the ablation you will probably need additional treatments which include what we call phlebectomy (removal of the large bulging varicosities), with or without sclerotherapy (injection of the smaller veins or spider veins). READ MORE
How long after vein ablation can I drive?
Same day. READ MORE
Is local anesthesia used for varicose vein surgery?
Yes. Some people may also need sedation (rarely used) READ MORE
Is radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins effective?
More than 95% effective. READ MORE
Is venogram painful?
Not usually. Some people experience pain after having a stent placed in their vein, this usually lasts for about 24-48 hours. Its described like a muscle spasm. READ MORE
Is vein ablation painful?
Not usually, but you may experience some tolerable discomfort. READ MORE
What anesthesia do you get for vein ablation?
Local READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with blood clots?
Not to my knowledge. I am not an acupuncture provider. READ MORE
Is local anesthesia for vein ablation safe?
Very safe. READ MORE
Is anesthesia used for vein ablation?
Local READ MORE
Is radiofrequency vein ablation risky?
Everything carries risk. The most common complication after an Ablation is pain on procedure site. The worst thing that can happen (very rare) is a blood clot in the deep veins. Talk to you varicose vein specialist about all of these. READ MORE
Tingling Sensation
These are non specific symptoms. This could be nothing or it could be a medical condition. Talk to your parents or loved ones and have them take you to your local Family doctor for a checkup. READ MORE
Is radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins safe?
Yes. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Medical Director Vein & Vascular Experts -
Professional Memberships
- Florida Vascular Society
- Sociedad de Cirujanos Vasculares y Endovasculares de Puerto Rico
- American College of Surgeons
- Society of Vascular Surgery
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
- Society for Vascular Surgery
Fellowships
- University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Vascular Surgery
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Boys and Girls Club
- Food for the Hungry
- Fund the First
Philanthropic Initiatives
- Volunteer at: Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine
Teaching and speaking
- Invited speaker at the Puerto Rico Vascular Society and the American College of Surgeons, Puerto Rico Chapter.
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Asheville, North Carolina
Hobbies / Sports
- Golf, Clay Shooting, Hunting, Fishing, Gardening
Dr. Gus De Jesus, MD's Practice location
Vein and Vascular Experts (Auburndale)
202 Howard street 202 -Auburndale, Florida 33823Get Direction
Vein and Vascular Experts
5325 US Hwy 98 S -Lakeland, FL 33812Get Direction
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Get to know Vascular Surgeon Dr. Gustavo De Jesus, who serves patients in Lakeland, Florida.
As a vascular surgeon, Dr. De Jesus is able to treat patients with minimally invasive techniques, endovascular surgery, or open vascular surgical options. He serves as the Medical Director of Vein & Vascular Experts in Lakeland, Florida. The practice’s mission is to provide personalized, high-quality care on an as-needed preventive and interventional basis.
For Dr. De Jesus, opening Vein & Vascular Experts did not come without great time and investment. His journey incorporates family influence, academic discipline, tough decisions, and a dedication to always put his family first. He prides himself in having only a handpicked, expertly trained group of individuals to serve as members of his staff.
Born and raised on the island of Puerto Rico, he graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, School of Medicine in 2002. He went on to complete his residency in general surgery at the University of Puerto Rico in 2008, followed by his comprehensive training in vascular and endovascular surgery at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida in 2010. Thereafter, he earned his spot as the go-to vascular surgeon in San Juan.
Having achieved the highest honors in both clinical and academic research, Dr. De Jesus is board-certified in both general surgery and vascular surgery by the American Board of Surgery (ABS). The ABS is an independent, non-profit organization located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, founded for the purpose of certifying surgeons who have met a defined standard of education, training, and knowledge.
Moreover, the doctor is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Society for Vascular Surgery.
Vascular surgery is a surgical subspecialty in which diseases of the vascular system, or arteries, veins, and lymphatic circulation, are managed by medical therapy, minimally-invasive catheter procedures, and surgical reconstruction. Endovascular surgery is an innovative, less invasive procedure used to treat problems affecting the blood vessels, such as an aneurysm, which is a swelling or ballooning of the blood vessel. As an expert in his field, Dr. De Jesus treats a range of health problems, from spider and varicose veins to life-threatening aneurysms, and can help patients manage chronic conditions throughout their lives.
Even after the time and financial investment in higher education, Dr. De Jesus emphasizes the necessity of being a lifelong learner while in the medical field. “I still read almost every day,” he said. And although the financial investment is surely paying back its dividends these days, the doctor states, “You can’t get into something for the money. If you want to be a doctor or nurse, you have to love what you do. Are there things that I need to do that I don’t like? Of course. But the actual work, the actual taking care of people and making them better and seeing them smile, that’s amazing.”
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