carotid artery surgery

[skyc6]

I have a friend who's husband will need carotid artery surgery following a stroke.
Has anyone had experience with this in Florida?
Can anyone recommend a Dr. or a place for this surgery?
I am thinking Shand's in Gainesville or Mayo in Jacksonville, possibly.

I would appreciate any help anyone can provide.

[laceylady]

My husband is currently a patient in Ocala Regional Medical Center due to a Traumatic Brain Injury. He is in the surgical ICU. THIS IS AN AMAZING hospital. I would take any family member there without hesitation. I had never heard of this hospital before the ambulance took him there. Many of the doctors there are from Shands.

[skyc6]

Thanks for your response. My friend is trying to get her husband to Shands due to a specific surgery needed, but I have heard good things about Ocala. I live in Sanibel also. Prayers and good wishes for your husband!

[babbs455]

My husband had it done about 3 yrs ago..He was referred to Dr. Finol here in the Villages...EXCELLENT Dr. really loved this man...great bed side manner and explains the surgery very well...very caring as well