World-renowned complex aortic surgery
Treating the most complex aortic disease
Gustavo S. Oderich, MD, FACS — Michael E. DeBakey Endowed Chair in Surgery and Chief of Vascular Surgery & Endovascular Therapy at Baylor College of Medicine.
7,000+
Open & endovascular aortic repairs
1,000
Fenestrated-branched repairs (FB-EVAR)
#1
Ranked investigator, aortic aneurysm research
1,000+
Peer-reviewed publications
26+
Clinical device trials led
Featured procedures
Two of the most complex operations we perform — individualized to each patient’s anatomy.
Fenestrated-Branched Endovascular Repair (FB-EVAR)
A minimally invasive procedure for complex and thoracoabdominal aneurysms near the arteries supplying the kidneys, intestines, and liver. Custom stent-grafts preserve blood flow to vital organs while sealing the aneurysm — avoiding a large incision and offering a faster recovery.
Learn more →Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm (TAAA) Repair
The most extensive form of aortic aneurysm, spanning chest and abdomen. We offer both time-tested open repair and advanced endovascular (FB-EVAR) approaches — with a focus on organ and spinal cord protection that defines outcomes.
Learn more →A legacy of surgical excellence
The Baylor Medicine Center for Aortic Surgery is built on the extraordinary legacy of surgical pioneers Drs. Michael E. DeBakey, Denton A. Cooley, and E. Stanley Crawford — whose groundbreaking work shaped modern cardiovascular surgery. That tradition continues today through a multidisciplinary team committed to the best possible outcome for every patient.
In partnership with
Baylor College of MedicineBaylor St. Luke's Medical CenterTexas Heart InstituteTexas Medical CenterResearch & publications
Scholarship and innovation that continuously improve outcomes for patients with complex aortic disease.
Peer-reviewed publications
Edited textbooks — including the reference text on fenestrated & branched repair
- Historical Evolution of Physician-Modified Endografts (PMEGs) for Treatment of Complex Aortic Aneurysms
- Early and Late Aortic-Related Mortality and Rupture After FB-EVAR of Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysms
- Outcomes of FB-EVAR of TAAA in Patients with Heritable Thoracic Aortic Diseases
- Treatment Trends and Outcomes of Endovascular versus Open TAAA Repair
- Increasing Clinical Experience Improved Outcomes of FB-EVAR
- Clinical Outcomes and Quality of Life Among 5-Year Survivors of FB-EVAR
Recognition & media
Memberships & affiliations
Dr. Oderich is an active member and leader across the field’s foremost professional societies.
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What our patients say
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After being told my aneurysm was inoperable, Dr. Oderich’s team gave me a minimally invasive option and a real recovery.
Clear explanations at every step. I understood my options and felt in expert hands throughout.
As a referring physician, I trust this team with my most complex aortic cases.
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The Baylor Medicine Center for Aortic Surgery is located within the Texas Medical Center, in partnership with Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center and the Texas Heart Institute.