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Mark R. Sarfati, MD

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Languages Spoken: English

Dr. Mark Sarfati is an Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Vascular Surgery. He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiology. He graduated from Bucknell University with a BA in Biology. He received his M.D. from the Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Sarfati then moved west and completed a residency in General Surgery at the University of Arizona. During residency, he spent two years investigating endothelial cell biology in the lab of Dr. Stuart Williams. While at the University of Arizona, he was inspired to pursue a career in Vascular Surgery while working with Drs. Joseph Mills, Victor Bernhard, Glenn Hunter and Kenneth McIntyre. He moved to Salt Lake City and completed a fellowship in Vascular Surgery at the University of Utah under the mentorship of Dr. Peter Lawrence. Dr. Sarfati joined the faculty of the University of Utah School of Medicine in 1998. His clinical interests include the full spectrum of open and endovascular surgery. Dr. Sarfati particularly enjoys complex aortic, limb salvage and hemodialysis access surgery. In addition, he enjoys managing complicated conditions including aortic graft infection and tertiary vascular complications. He is a member of the University's multidisciplinary aortic treatment team.

Clinical Locations

Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County

801-581-3495

1200 College Drive
Rock Springs, WY  82901

University Hospital
Cardiovascular Center

801-581-3495

50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City, UT  84132
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Specialties

  • Vascular Surgery

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Surgery - Associate Professor (Clinical)
Radiology and Imaging Sciences - Adjunct Associate Professor
Academic Divisions Clinical Radiology
Vascular Surgery
Board Certification National Board of Medical Examiners

Patient Rating

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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Likelihood of recommending care provider

4.4/ 5

Care provider's explanation of condition/problem

4.5/ 5

Care provider's effort to include me in decisions

4.3/ 5

Wait time at clinic

3.9/ 5

Care provider's concern for questions & worries

4.4/ 5

Patient Comments

Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

UofU Patient January 14, 2021
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5 out of 5 stars

rational thinking based on facts test results! no guessing on that ! wonderful

UofU Patient October 02, 2020
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5 out of 5 stars

Mark was great

UofU Patient August 23, 2020
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4 out of 5 stars

dr was very thorough and explained what needed to keep a eye on.

UofU Patient July 24, 2020
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5 out of 5 stars

I'm satisfied,talking to the doctor Dr.Safarti an his concern with me

UofU Patient June 19, 2020
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5 out of 5 stars

very thoughtful and truthful. explained very clearly.

UofU Patient March 10, 2020
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1 out of 5 stars

no information or reasoning and did not care at all about my pain

UofU Patient March 06, 2020
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5 out of 5 stars

excellent

UofU Patient November 17, 2019
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5 out of 5 stars

NOt easy to earn five VG with me as U of U personnel have spoiled me over the last eight years.

UofU Patient August 18, 2019
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2 out of 5 stars

Care provider made me feel stupid for coming in. He gave me the feeling I was wasting his time. And I felt he was extremely arrogant and looked down on me as if I need nothing about my body and what had been going on with it. He never asked what symptoms I was having and basically brushed off my questions and concerns as if they were insignificant.

UofU Patient May 17, 2019
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5 out of 5 stars

I like that he takes the time he needs with the patients. It would just be nice to know when waiting in the room that they will be later than expected.

UofU Patient October 24, 2018
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5 out of 5 stars

Very knowlegable doctor

UofU Patient May 25, 2018

I am very comfortable with Dr. Sarfati. I feel like he cares what is happening to me. I appreciate him.

UofU Patient March 16, 2018

Dr.Sarfati is awesome

UofU Patient October 17, 2017

The doctor was very kind and professional.

UofU Patient September 22, 2017

Dr. Sarfati was the third specialist I had seen for my condition. unfortunately he could not help me, however, he did say he would help me find the right specialist. He tried to contact other providers while I was still at the facility but could not get a response. he sent me home with the promise he would follow up. i figured it would take a long time for arrangements to be made. to my surprise I received a phone call from huntsman the very next day saying dr sarfatti had referred me. I was floored at the quick response. Dr. Sarfatti was incredibly kind and I appreciate that he took the time to get me to the right specialist. he really cares about the people who come into the clinic.

UofU Patient August 05, 2017

We had to wait a bit but when it was our turn he took the time he needed to explain, double check and reassure our son of the procedure he would be doing. So in my opinion it was very well worth the bit of a wait.

UofU Patient March 25, 2017

Excellent

UofU Patient November 17, 2016

I did not feel rushed in this appointment. Dr. Sarfati took ample time to answer my questions. He described the proposed surgery, possible complications and their small likelihood of occurring. He offered to research an alternative treatment, and promptly reported his findings.

UofU Patient January 29, 2016

Very pleased!!

UofU Patient May 08, 2015

Ariel was very helpful, and answered my questions as well as reinforcing what Dr. Sarfati explained regarding followup, medications, and expected recovery.

UofU Patient March 02, 2015

every question and concern that we had was addressed

UofU Patient December 12, 2014

I know Dr. Sarfati sees a lot of patients and is busy. I appreciate his concern and care. I do wish it didn't take so long.

UofU Patient June 26, 2014

GOOD

UofU Patient June 26, 2014

Very good experience.

UofU Patient June 13, 2014

After 40 yrs. of my involvement in the medical business, teaching, practice and now involvement with FAA guide lined oxygen devices worldwide; I can say that vascular team is top notch and has done everything possible to insure my blood flow and my best attempts to screw it up. Dr. Sarfati and the entire team is to be commended for their skill and personal communication with this patient

UofU Patient May 20, 2014

My appointment felt a little rushed and that I wasn't necessarily a priority. I was confused why I wasn't shown my x-ray.

UofU Patient May 11, 2014

excellent clinic experience

UofU Patient January 30, 2014

Dr. Sarfati listened to my description of my problem for a long time. When he realized that my needs were out of his purview, he arranged for me to see the appropriate person immediately. I really appreciated his help, because I had come up from St. George for the appointment. He saved me a second trip.

UofU Patient October 28, 2013

it was very clear that Dr.Sarfati had not read my file as he seemed totally unaware of my initial visit to the cardio vascular unit and what had been initially done by Dr. Kinikini. I felt the attitude was totally unprofessional and that he viewed his seeing me as a waste of his time and there was no reason for me to come back for further evaluation.

UofU Patient September 20, 2013

Good

UofU Patient August 29, 2013

The medical staff that took care of me during my visit were very professional and courteous and spent the necessary time to ensure that I had a complete understanding of what was discussed during my visit.

UofU Patient August 23, 2013

I felt absolutely comfortable with everyone caring or advising me.

UofU Patient July 19, 2013

Could not have asked for better care !

UofU Patient July 12, 2013

Dr. Sarfati cares a lot about his patients as expressed by his willingness to listen to my concerns and questions. I trust him with his area of medical expertise.

UofU Patient June 18, 2013

the dr was willing to see us even tho I confused the appointment time and we were VERY late.

UofU Patient December 17, 2012

My wife and I trust Dr. Sarfati very much.

UofU Patient November 12, 2012

Very happy with care giving.

UofU Patient September 05, 2012

great care!

UofU Patient July 06, 2012

Doctor seemed to be a bad mood, was border line rude. I will not return to see him. Both times I have met with him he has made me wait for long periods of times. On my first visit I waited 1hr and 20min before being called into an exam room.

UofU Patient May 15, 2012

Dr. Sarfati and his staff are the best. Professional, kind and caring.

UofU Patient January 24, 2012

Dr. Sarfati is clear, concerned, knowledgeable. It's a pleasure to see him. (It also helps that my problem remains neutral.)

UofU Patient January 24, 2012

good

Dr. Mark Sarfati is an Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Vascular Surgery. He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiology. He graduated from Bucknell University with a BA in Biology. He received his M.D. from the Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Sarfati then moved west and completed a residency in General Surgery at the University of Arizona. During residency, he spent two years investigating endothelial cell biology in the lab of Dr. Stuart Williams. While at the University of Arizona, he was inspired to pursue a career in Vascular Surgery while working with Drs. Joseph Mills, Victor Bernhard, Glenn Hunter and Kenneth McIntyre. He moved to Salt Lake City and completed a fellowship in Vascular Surgery at the University of Utah under the mentorship of Dr. Peter Lawrence. Dr. Sarfati joined the faculty of the University of Utah School of Medicine in 1998. His clinical interests include the full spectrum of open and endovascular surgery. Dr. Sarfati particularly enjoys complex aortic, limb salvage and hemodialysis access surgery. In addition, he enjoys managing complicated conditions including aortic graft infection and tertiary vascular complications. He is a member of the University's multidisciplinary aortic treatment team.

Academic Locations

University Hospital

801-581-3495

50 N Medical Dr
Vascular Surgery, 3C344 SOM
Salt Lake City, UT  84132

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Surgery - Associate Professor (Clinical)
Radiology and Imaging Sciences - Adjunct Associate Professor
Academic Divisions Clinical Radiology
Vascular Surgery
Board Certification National Board of Medical Examiners

Research Interests

  • Vascular Diseases
  • abdominal aortic aneurysm
  • Carotid Artery Diseases
  • Hemodialysis Access
  • Endovascular Interventions
  • Vena Cava, Inferior
  • Lymphatic Malformations
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal
  • Lower Extremity Arterial Disease
  • Ischemia/Reperfusion
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic
  • Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures
  • Peripheral Vascular Surgery
  • Carotid Stenosis

Education History

Fellowship University of Utah School of Medicine
Vascular Surgery
Fellow
Chief Resident University of Arizona Health Science Center
General Surgery
Chief Resident
Residency University of Arizona Health Science Center
General Surgery
Resident
Research Fellow University of Arizona Health Science Center
Surgery
Research Fellow
Internship University of Arizona Health Science Center
General Surgery
Intern
Professional Medical Thomas Jefferson University
Medicine
M.D.
Undergraduate Bucknell University
Biology
B.A.

Selected Publications - Journal Articles

Journal Article

  1. Kauvar DS, Sarfati MR, Kraiss LW (2012). Intraoperative blood product resuscitation and mortality in ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm. J Vasc Surg, 55(3), 688-92.
  2. Kauvar DS, Sarfati MR, Kraiss LW (2011). National trauma databank analysis of mortality and limb loss in isolated lower extremity vascular trauma. J Vasc Surg, 53(6), 1598-603.
  3. Shelgikar C, Mohebali J, Sarfati MR, Mueller MT, Kinikini DV, Kraiss LW (2010). A design modification to minimize tilting of an inferior vena cava filter does not deliver a clinical benefit. J Vasc Surg, 52(4), 920-4.

Case Report

  1. Binning MJ, Sarfati MR, Couldwell WT (2009). Embolic atrial myxoma causing aortic and carotid occlusion. Surg Neurol, 71(2), 246-9; discussion 249.

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