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Axel Thors, DO, Vascular Surgery, Overland Park, KS, The University of Kansas Hospital

AxelThorsDOFACS, RPVI

Vascular Surgery Overland Park, KS

Vascular Surgeon, Assistant Professor Vascular Surgery Associates, University of Kansas Health System

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  • Office

    The University of Kansas Health System
    10700 Nall Ave, Suite 300
    Overland Park, KS 66211
    Phone+1 913-574-0560
    Fax+1 913-274-3499
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Summary

  • Dr. Axel Thors is a vascular surgeon in Shawnee, KS and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Shawnee Mission Medical Center, Providence Medical Center, Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Olathe Medical Center, and The University of Kansas Health System. He received his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been in practice 11 years. He is experienced in peripheral vascular disease, peripheral arterial disease, carotid disease, renal angioplasty, and femoro-distal bypass.

Education & Training

  • Ohio State University Hospital
    Ohio State University HospitalFellowship, Vascular Surgery, 2011 - 2013
  • TriHealth (Good Samaritan Hospital)
    TriHealth (Good Samaritan Hospital)Residency, Surgery, 2006 - 2011
  • Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic MedicineClass of 2006
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public Health
    University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public HealthB.S., Biology/ Chemistry, 1997 - 1999
  • Birmingham-Southern College
    Birmingham-Southern CollegeNo Degree, Biology/ Chemistry, 1995 - 1997

Certifications & Licensure

  • KS State Medical License
    KS State License 2017 - 2024
  • TN State Medical License
    TN State License 2016 - 2019
  • MI State Medical License
    MI State License 2013 - 2019
  • WA State Medical License
    WA State License 2016 - 2017
  • OH State Medical License
    OH State License 2006 - 2015
  • American Board of Surgery Vascular Surgery
  • Physician Vascular Interpretation (PVI)RPVI

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Zollinger Surgical Society Ohio State University, 2013
  • Fellow Teaching Award, Department of Surgery Ohio State University, 2012
  • Winner, Servier Traveling Fellowship American Venous Forum, 2009
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Guidewire Fracture During Orbital Atherectomy for Peripheral Artery Disease: Insights from the Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience Database  
    Kirk Hance, Nicholas Isom, Axel Thors, Anand Prasad, Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions
  • Aortic Arch Replacement Through a Left Thoracotomy for Right Sided Aortic Arch Aneurysm with Complete Vascular Ring  
    Thors A., Haurani MJ., Nelson K., Crestanello JA., Ann Thorac Surg, 1/1/2014
  • Endovascular intervention for pelvic congestion syndrome is justified for chronic pelvic pain relief and patient satisfaction  
    Thors A., Mouawad NJ, Haurani MJ, Go MR, J Vasc Surg; Venous and Lym Dis, 1/1/2014
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Books/Book Chapters

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Abstracts/Posters

  • Cardiovascular Update 2014. Oral Presentation
    Thors A, What is a Vascular Surgeon?, Midland, MI, 6/1/2014
  • VIVA Face-Off. Oral Presentation
    Thors A, Aortic Arch Debranching with TEVAR, Las Vegas, NV, 10/1/2012
  • Young Vascular Surgeon’s Forum. Oral Presentation
    Thors A, Fellow Forum, Vail, CO, 1/1/2012
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