Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy

Tampa Style Magazine's Doctors of the Year 2026

Elie John Zayyat MD, FACS, FSVS, RVT, RPVI, is a board-certified vascular surgeon with BayCare Medical group, providing elite Vascular care to patients in Tampa, Florida. His practice is dedicated to advanced, patient-centered treatments for complex arterial and venous disease, prioritizing durability, safety, and limb and life-preserving outcomes.

Dual-certified in general and vascular surgery, Dr Zayyat completed his residency and fellowship at nationally recognized programs. He masterfully integrates surgical precision with state-of-the-art technology, offering a tailored balance of traditional open surgery and modern, minimally invasive endovascular techniques.

His comprehensive scope of practice includes but not limited to:

• Aortic & Aneurysm Care: Expert repair of life-threatening thoracic and    abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA).

• Stroke Prevention: Advanced carotid artery interventions, including endarterectomy and stenting.

• Limb Salvage: Aggressive management of peripheral vascular disease (PAD/PVD) to restore circulation and prevent amputation.

Venous Disease: Mastery in managing complex venous pathology, including varicose veins, May-Thurner, and pelvic congestion syndromes.

• Dialysis Access Solutions: Expert creation and maintenance of arteriovenous (AV) fistulas and laparoscopic placement of peritoneal dialysis catheters to support long-term renal health

• Complex Reconstructions: Mastery in re-operative vascular surgery and vascular oncology.

Dr. Zayyat is a staunch advocate for patient education. He ensures every individual understands their diagnosis and treatment options to foster informed, confident decision-making. His practice emphasizes long-term follow-up and complication prevention to improve quality of life.

Dr. Zayyat treats patients at St. Joseph’s Hospital-Main and St. Joseph’s Hospital-North. Working within a multidisciplinary framework, he delivers coordinated, high-quality care focused on restoring function and long-term health.

Beyond his demanding practice, Dr Zayyat maintains a vibrant personal life centered on his family. He is an avid soccer fan and finds balance through a variety of outdoor interests, including traveling, fishing and gardening.

3003 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 2nd Floor, Tampa, FL 33607 813-554-8135 | ElieJZayyatMD@gmail.com | baycare.org/doctors/elie-zayyat-1760429930