Karthikeshwar Kasirajan (Kasi)

Vascular surgeon


Clinical Professor, Surgery - Vascular Surgery

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Additional Languages Spoken:
Tamil

Biography


Dr. Kasirajan is a board-certified, fellowship-trained vascular surgeon. Also known as Dr. Kasi, he is a clinical professor of vascular surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine.

Dr. Kasirajan preserves limbs, facilitates access to dialysis, and helps his patients manage conditions such as aneurysms, varicose veins, thoracic outlet syndrome, and deep vein thrombosis. Many of his limb preservation patients smoke, have diabetes, or are experiencing renal failure. Dr. Kasirajan’s experience also centers around the treatment of aneurysms and prevention of strokes.

In all cases, his goal is to provide either noninvasive or minimally invasive management whenever possible. He performs open surgery only when it is the best option. Dr. Kasirajan treats many patients with stents and stent grafts, which can shorten hospital stays and recovery times.

Dr. Kasirajan (Kasi) receives referrals of patients from primary care physicians, nephrologists, podiatrists, cardiologists, woundcare specialists, diabetologists, neurologists, and other specialists. He welcomes referrals as early as possible, ideally before patients become symptomatic. A strong proponent of doing early screening for peripheral artery disease, Dr. Kasirajan advocates for the use of the ankle-brachial index (ABI) in routine physical examinations. When providers detect an imbalance between leg and arm blood pressure, Dr. Kasirajan can help create customized strategies to address the cause before the problem worsens.

In addition to offering excellent vascular care to the community, Dr. Kasirajan joined Stanford to continue pursuing his research interests. He has conducted research into advances in minimally invasive procedures for stroke prevention and for aneurysm management. His research has also focused on how to improve surgery outcomes to help patients suffering from peripheral vascular disease. Dr. Kasirajan has been the investigator in over 40 multicenter studies involving new stent graphs, thrombectomy catheters, and other advances in endovascular technology.

Dr. Kasirajan has made more than 100 presentations worldwide on minimally invasive vascular surgery techniques and preventive care in the vascular patient. He has spoken at multiple conferences including the Society for Vascular Surgery, Peripheral Vascular Society, and the South Asian American Vascular Society. He has earned numerous honors for his academic achievements, including the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha award for medical student and resident education.

As the author of more than 120 journal articles, Dr. Kasirajan’s work has appeared in the Journal of Vascular Surgery, Endovascular Today, Pharmacogenomics Journal, Catheter Cardiovascular Intervention, and many other publications. He also has authored 20 book chapters in textbooks including Medical Management of the Surgical Patient 5th Edition, Advances in Phlebology and Venus Surgery Volume 1, Current Therapy in Vascular Surgery, Mastery of Surgery, and many more.

Dr. Kasirajan has served on the editorial boards of the Journal of Endovascular Therapy, Annals of Vascular Surgery, International Journal of Angiology, and other publications.

Professional Summary


Education & Certifications
  • Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation Hospital (2000) OH
  • Board Certification: American Board of Surgery, Vascular Surgery (2001)
  • Residency: Western Reserve Care System (1998) OH
  • Residency: Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center General Surgery Residency (1994) NY
  • Medical Education: Madras Medical College (1991) India

Honors & Awards
  • Alpha Omega Alpha, AOA

Memberships
  • Member, Society for vascular Surgery (2003 - Present)

Administrative Appointments
  • Clinical Professor of Surgery, Stanford (2020 - Present)

Publications

Practice Locations


Heart & Vascular Clinic Pleasanton Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton, CA

5565 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 150

Pleasanton , CA 94588

(925) 534-6880

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Vascular Care Clinic in Pleasanton Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton, CA

5565 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 150

Pleasanton , CA 94588

(925) 278-7010

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Vascular Lab in Pleasanton Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton, CA

5565 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 150

Pleasanton , CA 94588

(925) 278-7010

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Vascular Care Clinic in Emeryville Emeryville, CA
Emeryville, CA

5800 Hollis Street

Emeryville , CA 94608

(510) 806-2100

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Vascular Lab in Emeryville Emeryville, CA
Emeryville, CA

5800 Hollis St. Pavilion A 3rd Flr

Emeryville , CA 94608

(510) 806-2100

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Heart & Vascular Clinic Pleasanton Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton, CA

5565 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 150

Pleasanton , CA 94588

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Patient Ratings

(162 Ratings)

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4.8/5

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Patient Reviews

(41 reviews)

Dr. Kasirajan was personable and very direct and to the point.
He has done very well by me, this time and in the past
He was very helpful and efficient
Great service by a wonderful staff.
Dr. Kasi very good. Makes you feel better and have confidence in him. Thank You
Excellent care
Love Stanford care
Dr. Kasi was friendly, gave good explanations and saw me in a timely manner. The referral he promised called me to schedule within 24 hours of our visit.
Very efficient kept me informed and work on time with all appointments
He’s a great doctor, who saved my life
The doctor came in and didn't introduce himself to me which surprised me. My visit was so short that I even forgot to inquire about my legs.
Seems like a nice man.
Dr.Kasirajan was very thorough and easy for me to understand
Dr..Kasi Was informative, thorough and an absolute delight
Dr Kasi was GREAT!
Thank you for peace of mind
Just had phone conference. Saved me a trip to Pleasanton from Redding and back.
Thorough, attentive and accesible
Professional
I was pleased and felt I was in good hands.
Dr Kasi is the absolute best Dr. Very patient & extremely through. I recommend him highly.
Veery good
Excellent professional Doctor.
Dr. Kassi was great!!! Thank you.
He was great and understanding.
My visits have always been positive.
Friendly, knowledgeable, competent.
Great service, on time , informative
Dr.Kasi is caring.
I really felt very safe and so very glad he would see me.
Good guy, clear and competent - he's going to "stent" me
Very confident with this Doctor, he has been terrific with me. Very nice man.
I It was my first visit to this Stanford facility and it was impressive. It all started from the parking attendant young lady, and then the 2 Gentlemen siting at the reception desk were helpful. The nurses were amazingly nice and yet professional. Dr. K Kasirajan was very welcoming, warm personality. He addressed all my concerns and answered my questions. Overall I was please and I would definitely recommend this place.
Excellent
Great Staff
Dr. Kasi saw me within 15 minutes of my appointment time. He is also a straightforward communicator which I value highly. Dr. Kasi exceeds my expectations and should be used as a model for other service providers at Stanford Health.
I was a lifelong patient of Northwestern Memorial in Chicago and I was concerned about leaving such great care when I moved to the Bay Area. If all of the doctors are like Dr. "Kasi" my concerns will be allayed! Dr. Kasi was awesome and the unhurried time he spent with me was greatly appreciated.
Each person I came in contact with from the Security, Sign In, Kevin the Ultrasound technical person, the medical assistant and the doctor my visit go well with the highest professionalism and care.
Excellent treatment by Dr. K
Dr. J is straightforward and confident.
Good explanation

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