Dixon Santana
Dixon Santana, MD, FACS, FICS
email: dixon.santana@ttuhsc.edu
Professor, Department of Surgery,
Professor, Department of Radiology,
Professor, Department of Vascular Surgery,
Professor, Department of Interventional Surgery
Medical Director of Endovascular Surgery
Medical Director of Noninvasive Laboratory, UMC
Director of Surgical Simulation Laboratory
Assistant Surgical Residency Program Director
Patient Appointments:
The Center for Cardiovascular Health (CCVH): 806-743-1501
Clinic Location:
Vascular Surgery: CCVH
Biography:
Aortic Pathology, thoracoabdominal aneurism, carotid disease and stroke, lower extremity percutaneous and open revascularization, TIPS and mesenteric shunts, AV access, and trauma.
Need more information on vascular conditions, tests or treatments? Visit
the Society for Vascular Surgery's Patient Resources.
Application of simulation techniques and scenarios for surgical and medical students
education.
Technology improvements in medical education.
Use, and application of, ultrasound in medical school curriculum.
Education/Certification:
Fellowship:
Vascular Interventional Radiology, Texas Tech Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas
Vascular Surgery, University Hospital, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah,
General Surgery, University Hospital & Affiliated Hospital Program, University of
Puerto Rico
Residency:
University of Puerto Rico, Recinto de Ciencias Medicas, Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico
Medical School:
University of Puerto Rico, Recinto de Ciencias Medicas, Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico
Certification:
National Board of Medical Examiners,
Board Certified in General Surgery,
Board Certified in General Vascular Surgery,
ATLS (Instructor),
ACLS
PALS
Fundamentals in Laparoscopic Surgery (FLS) certified instructor
Research:
pathophysiology of vascular access and maintenance of patency
intimal hyperplasia
diabetic foot
aortic endografting
lysis for acute pulmonary embolism
stroke therapies
etiology and epidemiology of vascular trauma
assessment and implementation multidisciplinary approach to disease states
A Long Term Safety Study of the Vascular Wrap Paclitaxel-Eluting Mesh After Surgical
Implantation With the Lifespan ePTFE Vascular Graft in the Upper Extremity for Hemodialysis
Vascular Access 2016-
Awarded by Angiotech
Principal
A Multinational, Multicenter, Randomized, Double Blind Study comparing the efficacy
and safety of AVE5026 with Enoxaparin for the Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism
in Patients Undergoing Major Abdominal Surgery 2016-
Awarded by Sanofi Aventis
Principal
A prospective, single arm, multi-center trial evaluating the monorail carotid Wallstent
and the Filter Wire system distal protection device in high risk surgical patients
with carotid artery stenosis 2016-
Awarded by Boston Scientific
Principal
A Randomized, Single Blind Trial to Assess the Effectiveness of Maintaining Patency
and Safety of the Vascular Wrap Paclitaxel-Eluting Mesh After Surgical Implantation
with the Lifespan ePTFE Vascular Graft in the Upper Extremity for Hemodialysis Vascular
Access 2016-
Awarded by Angiotech
Principal
Apixaban Dosing to Optimize Protection from Thrombosis (ADOPT) 2016-
Awarded by Bristol-Myers Squibb
Co-Principal
In The News:
Santana, Dixon "Beilue: 'God's hand' guides son to accident recovery" Amarillo Globe News. November 26, 2014. More
Santana, Dixon. "The Doctor is In". Latino Lubbock Monthly Magazine. April 2014, Vol 8, issue 4, page 13. . More
Santana, Dixon. "Tech Doc: Blood clot: What you should know that could save your life." Avalanche-Journal online. March 10, 2014. More
Santana, Dixon. "Life is a miracle". Blog at WordPress.com. November 27, 2013. More
Santana, Dixon. "The Latino American Who’s Who Recognizes Dixon Santana, M.D., FACS." Latino Who's Who. October 24, 2012.
Santana, Dixon. "Silent and Deadly". Texas Tech Communications/Marketing - The Daily Dose. July 25, 2011. . More
Recent Publications:
Neary JM, Mendenhall V, Santana-Aponte D. Surgical placement of a wireless telemetry device for cardiovascular studies of bovine calves. F1000Research 2017;6:1061.
Kim HG, Bhatia MB, Moore SA, Fitzwater JW, Santana-Aponte D. Brachial Artery Repair Using the Basilic Vein as a Reliable Conduit in a 3-year-Old Child. Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports 2017;19:16-18.
Kumar A, Santana-Aponte D, Jenkins LA. Closure of a Giant Saphenous Vein Graft Aneurysm with Embolization Coil. Cardiology Research and Practice 2009;748272.
Frezza EE, Wachtel MS, Dissanaike SD, Santana-Aponte D. A Single Proposed Algorithm for the Surgical Treatment of Hepatic Hemorrhage. Minerva Chirurgica 2006;61(3):277-281.
Frangos S, Hochberg M, Miglietta M, Alseidi A, Harzman A, Kaiser S, Luchette F, Patterson L, Santana-Aponte D, Wohltmann C, Lynch T. Trauma Resuscitation. WISE-MD 2005.
Poster Presentation: An Interesting Case of Paget-Schroetter Syndrome and Treatment. North Texas Chapter of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), Austin, Texas; February 2017.
Poster Presentation: Evaluating Vascular Injury Associated with Ligamentous Knee Injury in Morbidly Obese Patients in West Texas and the Impact of Body Mass Index on Presenting Comorbidities, Treatment Plans, and Outcomes. North Texas Chapter of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), Austin, Texas; February 2017.
Poster Presentation: Interesting Case of an Isolated Superior Mesenteric Artery Dissection. North Texas Chapter of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), Austin, Texas; February 2017.
Comparing end of life in developed and developing countries: USA, Brazil, Africa and India. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas; October 2016.
Fact, fiction, fears & future of 80 hour work week. Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), Salt Lake City, Utah; March 2016.
Spinal Cord Stimulation: A Role in Refractory Angina and Peripheral Vascular Disease. Grand Rounds Discussant. Department of Anesthesiology: TTUHSC. March 30, 2011.
Wishnew, J., Santana, D. Pericaval Retroperitoneal Mass: A Time to Reflect on Vena Cava Aneurysms. North Texas Chapter-American College of Surgeons Annual Meeting-Dallas, TX. February 18, 2011
Fitzwater, J., Whitcomb, L., Campbell, S., Halldorsson, A., Santana, D. Endovascular Repair of a Ruptured Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm in a Patient with Marfan Syndrome. North Texas Chapter-American College of Surgeons Annual Meeting- Dallas, TX. February 18, 2011
Santana, D. Intermittent Claudication-A Vascular Surgeons Perspective. Texas Vascular and Endovascular Society annual meeting. San Antonio, TX. October 2, 2010.
Santana, D. Vascular Surgery Procedures. West Texas Coders Seminar. Lubbock, TX. September 25, 2010.
Santana, D. Mesenteric Ischemia. Methodist DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center Fellows? Bootcamp. Houston, TX. August 22, 2010.
Santana, D. Work-Up and Management of Vascular Injuries in the Endovascular Era. International College of Surgeons-US Section Annual Congress. Denver, CO. May 8, 2010.
Santana, D. Evolution of Vascular Surgery. International College of Surgeons-US Section Annual Congress. Denver, CO. May 8, 2010.
Connect With Us
Whether you want to experience student life, learn about our latest research or stay up to date on events, there is something for everyone on our social media community. We want to make sure you have the opportunity to connect with us, and most importantly, with each other.