Specialties
Board Certification
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National Board of Medical Examiners
American Board of Surgery (Sub: Vascular Surgery)
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Patient Rating
Many patients describe Dr. Sarfati as kind, patient, knowledgeable and thorough, noting he listens well, explains conditions and treatment options clearly, and provides reassurance and helpful follow-up or referrals. His staff is frequently praised for being communicative and supportive, and several reviewers express strong trust and confidence in his care. A minority of comments note scheduling problems, long waits, occasions when prior records were not reviewed, or feeling rushed or dismissed during visits.
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The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Surgery
-Associate Professor (Clinical) Radiology & Imaging Sciences -Adjunct Associate Professor |
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| Academic Divisions |
Vascular Surgery
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| Board Certification |
National Board of Medical Examiners
American Board of Surgery (Sub: Vascular Surgery)
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Education history
| Undergraduate | Biology - Bucknell University | B.A. |
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| Professional Medical | Medicine - Thomas Jefferson University | M.D. |
| Internship | General Surgery - University of Arizona Health Science Center | Intern |
| Residency | General Surgery - University of Arizona Health Science Center | Resident |
| Research Fellow | Surgery - University of Arizona Health Science Center | Research Fellow |
| Chief Resident | General Surgery - University of Arizona Health Science Center | Chief Resident |
| Fellowship | Vascular Surgery - University of Utah School of Medicine | Fellow |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Kauvar DS, Sarfati MR, Kraiss L (2012). Intraoperative blood product resuscitation and mortality in ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm. Journal of vascular surgery, 55(3), 688-92.
- Kauvar DS, Sarfati MR, Kraiss L (2011). National trauma databank analysis of mortality and limb loss in isolated lower extremity vascular trauma. Journal of vascular surgery, 53(6), 1598-603.
- Shelgikar C, Mohebali J, Sarfati MR, Mueller MT, Kinikini DV, Kraiss L (2010). A design modification to minimize tilting of an inferior vena cava filter does not deliver a clinical benefit. Journal of vascular surgery, 52(4), 920-4.
Case Report
- Binning MJ, Sarfati MR, Couldwell W (2009). Embolic atrial myxoma causing aortic and carotid occlusion. Surgical neurology, 71(2), 246-9; discussion 249.
Thanks for all you did for me.
Dr Sarfati is the second Vascular surgeon I've seen for a tumor. He is the only one that clearly explained my treatment options and an explanation of what this tumor is doing to my body. He listened to my concerns and answered them giving me piece of mind for the next step. I'm looking forward to having him handle my health and knowing that he'll help me live a much longer life.
He is the best you can get
Thanks so much for all the good care and information provided by doctor Sarfati.
Very happy with Dr, Sarfati and the care I received,
Honestly, I was worried about seeing a Vascular Surgeon. Dr Sarfati relieved my concerns.
My Wife and I are very pleased with Doctor Sarfati.
He made it really easy to understand for me.
Dr Sarfati is pleasant, forthright, and knowledgeable'all the qualities one wants in a physician whose care one is depending upon,
He's very good in explaining things that a Layman like me can understand
I liked the doctor and he was all business and was good to work with.
Dr. Sarfati, He's second to none .I have all the faith that he will always do whats best for me.
He was kind, reached out to me, patient in explaining.what was going on, and listened to my concerns patiently. I was comfortable.
Good doctor
Dr. Sarfati is incredibly knowledgeable, articulate, and patient. He never made me feel rushed, and answered all of my questions in language and drawings that were 100% clear. I trust his experience and judgment completely.
Dr. Sarfati is an excellent exceptional doctor who is professional highly skilled and care to unwavering dedication with the positive impact. We highly recommend Vascular Surgeon Dr. Mark Sarfati for his excellent care. He's the best.
The Best. My surgery was not unique I am sure but individual to me. He related to me about my surgery. His experience and knowledge saved my foot so far and my life. I am very grateful to both Dr Sarfarti and Dr Kress.
Very professional, thorough, informative and friendly.
He and his team are terrific!
He explained everything and helped me with a referral to the spine department. Very professional.
Quality care, patient listening to my concerns
Dr. Sarfati is wonderful!!! It is your receptionests that SUCK!!!!
Dr. Safarti treated me like I was his only patient and I was gonna be ok, he would make sure to keep in touch to let me know what's next, etc. He was extremely thorough with my symptoms I've been experiencing covering all bases. My health conditions are that of rare and complex issues so I'm sure trying to figure me out is quite the challenge. Everytime I leave from my appt. I always feel relieved because I know Dr. Safarti has my back! Thank you
Dr. Sarfati is extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to explain things in a way that's easy to understand. I never feel rushed during appointments, and I always leave feeling confident that all my questions have been addressed. His team is great about keeping me updated on his schedule and will even offer a bottle of water if there's a wait. It's those small, thoughtful touches that really make a difference.
Dr. Sarfati is an excellent, caring doctor. [TRANSLATED]
Dr. Sarfati was very kind, patient, and thorough. He took the time to get to know and understand my husband's health history and his current health challenges. Dr. Sarfati seemed genuinely invested in my husband's care and committed to helping us find answers. The reassurance and direction he provided to us were invaluable. He promptly followed through on getting us set up for the additional testing my husband is in need of, and his staff has been great at keeping us informed. We feel a great deal of trust and confidence in his abilities and look forward to working with him in the future as we navigate this complicated journey. We would highly recommend him.
Dr Sarfati is very courteous and capable.
He makes a patient like me relax and comfortable which encourages me to be more relax and open.
Dr. Sarfarti was thorough in his explanations and review of clinical tests. He listened to my concerns and questions and addressed each.
He is awesome! Has answered any questions positively and helped me make my future decision so I don't stress out.
Dr. Explained the issues and ce up with a possible resolve.
He explain really well and you can understand .
Knowledgeable and professional. Will return to see him next year.
Excellent Doctor
He is very personable and acts truly interested in my health.
Very thorough and reassuring.
Sarfati cancelled my first visit with him 1.5 weeks before, I had waited 3 months and now waiting 2 more months. He listened to my symptoms but seemed to have a very set view that there is no way this is vascular even though he took on my case after I had see the U vascular department and they had told me I had blood flow problems. One test he ordered was denied by insurance (which happens) and I called multiple times a week for over a month asking him to let insurance know it was needed. His staff said he had repeated emails about it but he didn't respond until they caught him in office one day, at which time I finally got a return phone. When asked about the order and previous results, he threw his team and the other U doctor under the bus saying they were wrong, he wouldn't have ordered that test, and the other doctor had given me false information.
Top Notch, Outstanding to say the least Very professional
Wonderful man and very skilled at what he does a surgeon and diastolician
Dr Sarfatis vascular skills & experience should be noted. His work saved my right leg & he has excellent bedside manners & is a gentleman.
Very informative.
He is so caring and understanding
Disappointed that our previous studies, requiring our care at the U of U vascular center had not been reviewed and further treatment explained.
Was great
The future quality of my life functioning is in his fine hands.
Dr. Safari is very knowledgeable and helped you and wants to help you is advice is wonderful
Years of first class care.
Very approachable while able to explain procedures in a way easily understood.
Dr Sarfati is the reason I have a useful functioning right leg. He does excellent work.
I appreciate Dr Sarfati's explanation of what he did during my surgical procedure. Please tell him thank you. Bob Gorelik
Compassionate Dr. Listens to my worries.
He made me feel very much at ease with what was decided about my care going forward.
Great doctor, explained things thoroughly and made sure my care was the best for me
Very happy with Dr. Sarfati!!! He listened to my concerns and explanation! He explained the situation very well! He did not seem rushed or like he needed to be somewhere else. Made me feel like I mattered!!! He is a credit to your hospital!
Very happy with Dr. Sarfati!!! He listened to my concerns and explanation! He explained the situation very well! He did not seem rushed or like he needed to be somewhere else. Made me feel like I mattered!!! He is a credit to your hospital!
Good
We came up with a viable, do-able plan of care with measurable realistic goals.
I wish this doctor was my primary care physician.
Dr. Mark Sarfati is very patient and kind when talking to you. Also explains things so that you are able to understand.
Very positive
Very positive totally over all!
Excellent experience
Excellent
I have always been treated with the up most respect
Gave me good advice
there was briefly some conf on the surgical team as to how much arterial stenosis there was but review by the surgeon confirmed the degree of occlusion.
No future care needed by this Doctor or department. Doctor referred to another doctor. It was done the next day. Great service.
excellent physician every one of them not to mention well sustain knowledge about their field is specialization! you can fine any where better than this doctor as well the fine tune team that he command ! impressive! !
I have been made to feel important and worth the time they take with me each time whether it be a visit, phone call, setting appts and answering my questions of panic!
excellent care.
rational thinking based on facts test results! no guessing on that ! wonderful
Mark was great
dr was very thorough and explained what needed to keep a eye on.
I'm satisfied,talking to the doctor Dr.Safarti an his concern with me
very thoughtful and truthful. explained very clearly.
no information or reasoning and did not care at all about my pain
excellent