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18915 Meisner DrSan Antonio, TX 78258
Phone+1 210-499-5158
Fax+1 210-793-7246
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Summary
- Dr. George Vassar is a urologist based in San Antonio, TX, who completed his medical education and training at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. His expertise includes urologic oncology, and he has contributed to the field through several published research articles, particularly on topics related to Holmium:YAG laser lithotripsy. His work has been extensively cited, reflecting his involvement in advancing urological procedures and treatments.
Education & Training
University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of MedicineResidency, Urology, 1995 - 2000- University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of MedicineInternship, Transitional Year, 1994 - 1995
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioClass of 1994
Certifications & Licensure
TX State Medical License 1995 - 2027
American Board of Urology Urology
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage Stage 2 Certification meridianSPECIALTY System, IntrinsiQ Specialty Solutions, Inc. FBO Healthtronics Information Technology Solutions Inc., 2011, 2013-2015, 2017
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage Stage 1 Certification meridianEMR, meridianEMR, Inc., 2011, 2013-2015, 2017
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 151 citationsHolmium: YAG lithotripsy: photothermal mechanism.George J. Vassar, Kin F. Chan, Joel M.H. Teichman, Randolph D. Glickman, Susan T. Weintraub
Journal of Endourology. 1999-04-01 - 8 citationsColor vision deficits and laser eyewear protection for soft tissue laser applications.Joel M. H. Teichman, George J. Vassar, J. Terry Yates, Bryan N. Angle, Anthony J. Johnson
The Journal of Urology. 1999-03-01 - 123 citationsHolmium:YAG laser lithotripsy: A dominant photothermal ablative mechanism with chemical decomposition of urinary calculiKin F. Chan, George J. Vassar, T. Joshua Pfefer, Joel M.H. Teichman, Randolph D. Glickman
Lasers in Surgery and Medicine. 1999-01-01
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