Bryan A. Ehlert, MD

I always had an interest in science and helping others growing up. I watched my mom work as a nurse and saw the impact she and her colleagues had on so many of their patients. In high school, I took my first anatomy and physiology class and was enamored by the functions of the human body. I realized that becoming a doctor would satisfy my aspirations of a career in science, while also allowing me to care for others. As I matriculated through college and pre-med courses, I was most interested in the complexities of the cardiovascular system, and this started my journey toward becoming a Vascular Surgeon. I believe in a mutual relationship with patients where we discuss their diagnostic and exam findings along with treatment options to decide on the optimal care plan for each individual patient. One aspect of vascular surgery that attracted me to the specialty is the ability to treat patients both medically and physically. Not every patient with vascular disease requires an operation, and I find it vital to discuss this with patients while also outlining the indications for surgical therapy, when they are warranted. I prefer patients and their loved ones to be involved in the decision-making of their therapy and that everyone understands the goals of care we are working to achieve. My areas of clinical interest include diagnosis and treatment of vasculopathies including congenital disorders, atherosclerotic peripheral arterial disease, aneurysmal disease of the aorta and peripheral vessels, and stroke risk reduction. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my wife and two daughters. We enjoy watching movies, spending time outdoors and going to the beach. I am an avid sports fan, following college and professional football, basketball, and baseball.