Dr. Andrew Cortes
Vein doctor
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Dr. Andrew Cortes is a Board-Certified Vascular and Interventional Radiologist and Vein Expert. Dr. Cortes has received recognition for various academic achievements, including the John P. Craig, MD, Award for Excellence in Microbiology and Immunology while training at SUNY Downstate Medical Center.
Venous Medicine
Vascular Surgery
Dr. Cortes has been involved in multiple research endeavors and can be found in recent publications, notably on his work in the arena of embolization therapy.
Dr. Cortes obtained specialized training in Vascular and Interventional Radiology through a fellowship at UNC Hospital Systems – Chapel Hill. Here, he obtained vast experience in treating various pathologic conditions throughout the human body via minimally invasive techniques.
Dr. Cortes trained under many of the pioneers and leaders in vascular disease and embolization therapy and his areas of expertise include: superficial venous disease, deep venous disease and stenting, uterine artery embolization, prostate artery embolization, and genicular artery embolization, among others.
In addition to clinical excellence, Dr. Cortes has an approachable and wonderful bedside manner, and he prides himself in his ability to form strong physician-patient relationships based on an individualized approach to diagnosis and treatment. He is proud to offer cutting-edge techniques to his patients suffering from venous disorders, uterine fibroids and adenomyosis, and more. Dr. Cortes is a native Spanish speaker.