Mr Tryfon Vainas

Dr. Tryfon Vainas, MD, PhD, FRCS (Ad Eundem), is a seasoned Consultant Vascular Surgeon whose career spans over two decades of clinical excellence, groundbreaking research, and leadership in vascular surgery. Dr. Vainas earned his MD from Maastricht University in 1998, where he engaged in various extra-curricular roles, including student research assistant positions in Anatomy, Embryology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and General Surgery. He earned a PhD in 2006, presenting a thesis titled "On the Inflammatory and Infectious Aspects of Atherosclerosis: A Serological, Molecular Biological and Clinical Treatise." This work laid a solid foundation for his future research and informed his clinical practice. His professional journey began in the Netherlands, training as a General Surgeon at Maastricht University Medical Centre and Catharina Hospital Eindhoven. His expertise further solidified during his tenure as a General Surgeon and Fellow in Vascular & Endovascular Surgery at Catharina Hospital. In 2010, he served as a Senior Fellow in Vascular Surgery at St. Mary’s Hospital, Imperial College NHS Trust in London, marking his initial foray into the UK healthcare system. By 2011, Dr. Vainas was a Consultant Vascular Surgeon at the University Medical Centre Groningen, developing a thriving practice focused on complex thoraco-abdominal aortic pathologies. In December 2015, he joined the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust as a Consultant Vascular Surgeon. His leadership skills were quickly recognized, culminating in his appointment as Head of Service in May 2023 and Vascular Co-Lead for the East Midlands Dissection Network in March 2023. Dr. Vainas is a prolific researcher with publications on atherosclerosis, cardiovascular risk modification, (endo)vascular surgical techniques, and complex aortic pathologies. Notable publications include studies on the Pruitt-Inahara shunt in carotid endarterectomy and the role of Chlamydia pneumoniae in atherosclerosis, and the treatment of thoraco-abdominal aortic aneurysms and dissections. His contributions have influenced clinical practices and further research. In recognition of his contributions, Dr. Vainas was admitted as a surgical fellow to the Royal College of Surgeons by its council in June 2024. This honorary fellowship is a testament to his skills, dedication, and impact on vascular surgery. Outside his professional commitments, Dr. Vainas is a dedicated family man. He is married and the proud father of two daughters, whose support has been a cornerstone of his successful career.

Dr. Tryfon Vainas has developed specialized clinical interests in the following areas: 1. Open and Endovascular Treatment of (Thoraco)Abdominal Aortic Pathologies: This includes the surgical treatment of aneurysms and dissections in the thoracic and abdominal aorta. 2. Surgical Treatment of Carotid Artery Disease: Focused on procedures to prevent stroke and improve cerebral blood flow. 3. Lower Limb Bypass Surgery and Percutaneous Revascularizations: Specializing in restoring blood flow in patients with severe peripheral arterial disease. 4. Treatment of Superficial Venous Reflux with Endovenous Thermal Ablation Techniques, Foam Sclerotherapy, Stripping, and Phlebectomies: Utilizing minimally invasive techniques to treat varicose veins and improve patient quality of life. 5. Mechanical Thrombectomy for Acute Iliofemoral DVTs: Expertise in removing blood clots from deep veins to prevent complications and improve outcomes. 6. Iliac Vein Stenting for Chronic Iliofemoral Venous Outflow Obstructions: Proficient in stenting procedures to treat venous obstructions and enhance blood flow.