Kareem H. Bedeir, M.D., M.S., joins Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgical Associates (CTVSA) following the completion of his fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery with Brigham and Women’s Hospital – Harvard Medical School in Boston, Mass., where he received the John J. Collins, Jr. Cardiothoracic Surgeon Scholars Award. CTVSA has served the Gulf Coast region for more than 40 years with expert, advanced and quality care in the areas of cardiac, thoracic and vascular health including diagnostic, surgical and rehabilitative care. CTVSA joined Infirmary Medical Clinics in Dec. 2019.
Dr Bedeir earned his medical degree from the University of Alexandria in Egypt. He completed surgical residencies at the University of Alexandria in Egypt as well as Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, Md. During his residency at Sinai Hospital, he was awarded the Program Director’s Award for excellence in medical knowledge, as well as the Chief of Surgery Award for excellence in research. He joins Infirmary Health after completing two fellowships at Brigham and Women’s Hospital – Harvard Medical School; a surgical critical care fellowship, and a two-year cardiothoracic surgery fellowship. Dr. Bedeir is widely published on cardiothoracic surgery as well authoring two chapters in Springer’s Cardiac Surgery: A Complete Guide, a widely used academic textbook. Dr. Bedeir is double board certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Surgical Critical Care, and is board-eligible in cardiothoracic surgery.
Learn more about the services offered by CTVSA by visiting ctvsa.org or calling 251-471-3544.
Lewis “Trey” Lyons, MD joins Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgical Associates (CTVSA) from Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas where he served as Chief of Surgery. CTVSA has been serving the Gulf Coast Region for more than 40 years with expert, advanced and quality care in the areas of cardiac, thoracic and vascular health including diagnostic, surgical and rehabilitative care. CTVSA joined Infirmary Medical Clinics in December of 2019.
Dr. Lyons holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Arkansas State University. He completed medical school, residency and his fellowship in vascular surgery at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Lyons is board certified by the American Board of Surgery in Vascular Surgery. Dr. Lyons was also an assistant professor of surgery, vascular and endovascular surgery with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Dr. Lyons is also a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserve serving with the 301st Combat Support Hospital and the 89th Regional Support Command. He and his family now reside in Daphne, Alabama.
Learn more about the services offered by CTVSA or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lyons by visiting ctvsa.org or calling 251-471-3544.
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It’s GO RED for Women day!
Not enough women know that 80% of cardiac events can be prevented. Moving more and eating smart are just two ways how.
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Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year. That’s approximately one woman every minute!
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It’s National Women Physicians Day!
Today marks the 199th birthday of Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to obtain a medical degree in the United States in 1849. She championed the participation of women in the medical profession and ultimately opened her own medical college for women. Join us in celebrating her achievements and the more than 60 female physicians including clinicians, hospitalists and residents who are an integral part of
Infirmary Health along with the many, many others caring for patients across our community.
The Infirmary Health COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center is now scheduling appointments for the following individuals:
🔹 Healthcare workers
🔹 First Responders
🔹 75+
If you fall in one of the above categories, call 251-341-2819, Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., to schedule your appointment.
Please do not attempt to call the phone number if you are not eligible for an appointment. We are experiencing large call volumes, and your patience is appreciated.
