Dr. Desarom Teso, MD, FACS, Lafayette, CO

About Dr. Desarom Teso

Desarom Teso, MD, is a board-certified vascular surgeon serving patients throughout the Denver metro area. He brings extensive experience in both open and endovascular procedures, with a reputation for delivering comprehensive, patient-centered vascular care. Dr. Teso has a particular passion for managing complex arterial and venous diseases and guiding patients through every stage of their treatment and recovery. Dr. Teso completed his general surgery internship and residency at Saint Mary’s Hospital, Yale School of Medicine, under the mentorship of Dr. Stanley Dudrick. During this time, he also served as a research fellow at Yale School of Medicine, conducting both basic and clinical research focused on cell signaling, arterial wall response to injury, and outcomes related to carotid artery disease. His work resulted in numerous publications and research awards. He went on to complete advanced fellowship training in vascular surgery at Tufts Medical Center in Boston under the guidance of Dr. William Mackey. Prior to relocating to Colorado, Dr. Teso spent 14 years as an attending vascular surgeon at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center, where he also served as Chief of Medical Staff from 2017 to 2019. From 2014 to 2022, he served as the Medical Director of Columbia Network Vascular Surgery, leading the program as it became one of the premier vascular centers in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Teso’s clinical interests include open and endovascular treatment of arterial and venous disease, carotid artery disease, abdominal aortic aneurysms, peripheral arterial disease, complex venous disorders, dialysis access, vascular medicine, and preventative health. Originally from Hawaii, Dr. Teso is married and has two children in their late teens. Outside of medicine, he enjoys playing tennis, snowboarding, participating in water sports, and spending quality time with his family.

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Popular visit reasons

Diabetic Foot

Leg Edema

Leg Pain

Leg Pain While Walking / Peripheral Vascular Disease

Ultrasound

Ultrasound Scan - Vascular

Varicose Vein(s)

Vascular Surgery

Diabetic Foot

Leg Edema

Leg Pain

Leg Pain While Walking / Peripheral Vascular Disease

Office location

Intermountain Health Heart & Vascular - Lafayette Vascular Surgery

340 Exempla Cir, Ste 300, Lafayette, CO 80026

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Education and background

Practice names

Intermountain Health Heart & Vascular-Lafayette

Hospital affiliations

Good Samaritan Hospital

Board certifications

American Board of Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - University of Hawaii at Manoa, Doctor of Medicine
Saint Mary’s Hospital, Residency in General Surgery
Saint Mary’s Hospital, Internship in General Surgery

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1558579565

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Which hospital is Dr. Desarom Teso affiliated with?

Dr. Desarom Teso is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Desarom Teso work with?

Dr. Desarom Teso works with Intermountain Health Heart & Vascular-Lafayette.

Where is Dr. Desarom Teso's office located?

Dr. Desarom Teso's office is located at 340 Exempla Cir, Lafayette, CO 80026.

Which board certifications does Dr. Desarom Teso have?

Dr. Desarom Teso is certified by American Board of Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Desarom Teso?

Dr. Desarom Teso frequently sees patients for Diabetic Foot, Leg Pain, Ultrasound, Varicose Vein(s), and Vascular Surgery . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Desarom Teso on their profile.