Dimitrios Koudoumas, MD, PhD, is a board-certified cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon practicing at Benefis Health System in Great Falls, Montana.[cite: 2] Holding dual subspecialty training and both an MD and a PhD for cardiovascular research, Dr. Koudoumas provides comprehensive cardiac, vascular, and endovascular surgery.[cite: 2] His areas of focus include coronary artery bypass, aortic aneurysm repair, and carotid stent procedures.[cite: 2]
Dr. Koudoumas earned his MD from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Greece, where he also earned a PhD for cardiovascular research.[cite: 2] He completed a cardiac ICU fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston, followed by general surgery training at Brigham and Women's Hospital and SUNY Stony Brook.[cite: 2] He subsequently completed a Vascular Surgery Integrated Residency at the University at Buffalo (Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences) and a Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship (Cardiac Track) at the University of Utah.[cite: 2]
Practicing at the Benefis Health System Heart & Vascular Institute in Great Falls, Montana, Dr. Koudoumas treats complex conditions such as thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms, aortic valve disease (including TAVR applications), and peripheral vascular disease (PVD).[cite: 2] He performs carotid revascularization procedures to lower stroke risk and creates arteriovenous fistula access for dialysis patients.[cite: 2] Known for his patient-centered approach influenced by his Greek heritage, he maintains a 5/5 patient satisfaction rating.[cite: 2]
Dr. Koudoumas has contributed to several peer-reviewed publications advancing cardiovascular and endovascular treatments.[cite: 2] Selected publications include: