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Anastasios Polimenakos

MD, MBA, FACS, FACC

Anastasios C. Polimenakos, MD, MBA, FACS, FACC, is a highly accomplished cardiothoracic surgeon with extensive experience in vascular interventions. Dr. Polimenakos has pursued comprehensive medical and non-medical education, completing his medical degree at the National University of Athens School of Medicine, Athens, Greece, where he ranked top ten in his class. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) for Physicians at the Heller School for Social Policy & Management, Brandeis University, Boston, MA. He completed fellowships in congenital heart surgery and thoracic surgery.

“Under my care, patients will receive a high-quality, customized vein care plan. We are accessible to patients and provide them peace of mind so that they can entrust themselves and their family members to our services.” – Dr. Anastasios Polimenakos

Locations Served by Dr. Polimenakos

Columbia, SC

1730 St. Julian Place
Columbia, SC 29204

Hear from Center for Vein Restoration Patients

For years, I dealt with bulging veins and discomfort that only seemed to get worse. The team explained everything clearly and made me feel confident about moving forward. The results have been incredible — my legs look so much better, and I’m finally comfortable being

Jeffrey H.

Jeffrey Hubbard after Before
Jeffrey Hubbard before After

Before treatment, the veins in my leg were very noticeable and made me feel self-conscious. I also experienced heaviness and discomfort at the end of the day. After coming to CVR, I’ve seen a big improvement in how my leg looks and feels. The veins are

Jordan H.

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Before treatment, my legs felt heavy, and the bulging veins were becoming more noticeable and uncomfortable. I finally decided to get checked out at CVR. After treatment, my legs feel lighter, look much better, and I’m more comfortable staying active. The team was professional and supportive

Warren Z.

W Zyla before Before
W Zyla after After

Before treatment, the bulging veins in my leg were uncomfortable and hard to ignore. I felt heaviness and didn’t like how my leg looked. After coming to CVR, I’ve seen such a difference. My leg feels better, the veins have improved significantly, and I feel more

Kayla B

Kayla Bean before Before
Kayla Bean after After

Before treatment, I was dealing with visible bulging veins and discomfort in my leg that didn’t seem to go away. After coming to CVR, I’ve seen a noticeable improvement in both how my leg looks and how it feels. The process was smooth, and the

Kevin C.

Kevin Clarke before Before
Kevin Clarke after After

Dr. Polimenakos' Credentials

Certifications

  • Diplomate, American Board of Thoracic Surgery
  • Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

  • Medical Degree: National University of Athens School of Medicine, Athens, Greece (Top 10 Class Rank)
  • Residency: General Surgery, Case Western Reserve University Hospitals of Cleveland, OH, and St. Louis University School of Medicine, MO
  • Fellowship: St Louis University School of Medicine, St Louis, MO (Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery), University of Southern California Keck Medical School, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA (Pediatric Congenital Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Transplantation)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA): Executive Healthcare for Physicians, Heller School for Social Policy & Management, Brandeis University, Boston, MA

Associations

  • American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • American Heart Association
  • American College of Cardiology (FACC)
  • Congenital Heart Surgeons Society
  • American Association for Physician Leadership
  • European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association
  • European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Specialties

  • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
  • Varicose Veins
  • Spider Veins
  • Phlebology
  • Diagnostic and Therapeutic Ultrasound
  • Radiofrequency & Laser Ablation
  • Lymphedema
  • Varithena

Languages

  • English
  • German
  • Greek

More About Dr. Polimenakos

During his remarkable career, Dr. Polimenakos has held leadership roles at renowned medical centers and has been actively involved in clinical research, investigating topics such as preoperative adrenal response in congenital heart surgery, progenitor cell differentiation, and thromboembolic events in neonates.

In addition to his clinical and research endeavors, Dr. Polimenakos has made significant contributions to medical education. He has served on various academic boards and committees, mentored medical students and undergraduate scholars, and taught in medical school curricula.

His dedication to advancing the field of cardiothoracic surgery is further exemplified by his involvement in numerous professional societies, including the Congenital Heart Surgeons' Society, the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery, and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.

Watch as Dr. Polimenakos reviews his illustrious career as a cardiothoracic surgeon, why he chose vein care as his specialty and CVR specifically, and his philosophy of caring for patients as he and the patient together manage the vein disease process.


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