Randall W. Franz, MD is a dual board-certified and fellowship-trained vascular surgeon. Dr. Franz earned his medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. Continuing his education at Wright State University, Dr. Franz completed his residency in General Surgery followed by a fellowship in Vascular Surgery at North Shore/Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New York.
Randall W. Franz, MD is a dual board-certified and fellowship-trained vascular surgeon. Dr. Franz earned his medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. Continuing his education at Wright State University, Dr. Franz completed his residency in General Surgery followed by a fellowship in Vascular Surgery at North Shore/Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New York.
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Nice guy and excellent Doctor. I HIGHLY Recommend him and his staff.
Jun-2025
He was very nice
Jun-2025
Exekle t dr and gentle
Jun-2025
Looking forward to the next visit. Superior staff. Dr. Franz is a great communicator. Upbeat.
May-2025
I felt comfortable with him. Very professional and pleasant.
May-2025
Dr. Franz was very friendly, professional, thorough, patient and efficient. He answered all of my questions, even the ones I didn't know I had, and made sure I didn't have any more before we left the office. Very satisfied!
May-2025
Very professional and comforting all through my procedure.Thanks to the entire staff for their kindness and expertise also.
May-2025
Very patient and very caring
May-2025
Very kind, gentle and never felt rushed. Took time to explain details
Apr-2025
This was my first visit. He was very thorough and offered
Apr-2025
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1229 Nexton Parkway Unit C Summerville, SC 29486
Randall W. Franz, MD is a dual board-certified and fellowship-trained vascular surgeon. For sixteen years, he served as the Chief and Medical Director of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at OhioHealth- Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. In 2020, he was recruited to become the System Chief and Medical Director of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery of the five adult hospitals of Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare in Memphis, Tennessee.
Dr. Franz is a member of numerous professional organizations including the following: Chairman of the International College of Angiology (Fellow), American Venous Forum, Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery, American College of Surgeons (Fellow), Society of Vascular Surgery, Society of Vascular Ultrasound, American Vein and Lymphatic Society, and Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Society. He has held over 50 leadership positions, participated in over 15 medical trials, and serves on an advisory board relating to Vascular and Endovascular Surgery. He has served as an assistant professor of surgery for Northeastern Ohio School of Medicine, an associate professor of surgery for the Ohio State University School of Medicine, and a professor of surgery for the Ohio University School of Medicine. Dr. Franz has been awarded Who’s Who, Leading Physician of the World, Top Doctor, #1 in the nation for quality and medical excellence by CareChex and Patient Satisfaction in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.
Dr. Franz’s areas of expertise and research include abdominal aortic aneurysm, thoracic aortic aneurysm, treatment of carotid artery disease, varicose vein and vein ablation, limb salvage, peripheral vascular disease, vascular research and trauma, endograft aneurysm repair, and angioplasty – stent and laser, and stem cell therapy for limb salvage. His work has been published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery, Annals of Vascular Surgery, Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery, Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, International Journal of Angiology, Journal of the American College of Surgeons, Vascular, and the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Dr. Franz has presented his research over 50 times and in over ten national and international cities including Paris, Vienna, Tokyo, and New York.
Dr. Franz earned his medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. Continuing his education at Wright State University, Dr. Franz completed his residency in General Surgery followed by a fellowship in Vascular Surgery at North Shore/Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New York. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Dawn, a former school administrator. He has two adult sons, Evan and Austin, who both work in the technology industry.
Dr. Franz is excited to join the Coastal Vascular and Vein Center and its team of expert surgeons and staff to revolutionize vascular health and transform lives in South Carolina. By focusing on the needs of each individual patient, the best outcomes and results will be achieved. Dr. Franz, like his partners, is dedicated to healing and driven by compassion.
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Nice guy and excellent Doctor. I HIGHLY Recommend him and his staff.
He was very nice
Exekle t dr and gentle
Looking forward to the next visit. Superior staff. Dr. Franz is a great communicator. Upbeat.
I felt comfortable with him. Very professional and pleasant.
Dr. Franz was very friendly, professional, thorough, patient and efficient. He answered all of my questions, even the ones I didn't know I had, and made sure I didn't have any more before we left the office. Very satisfied!
Very professional and comforting all through my procedure.Thanks to the entire staff for their kindness and expertise also.
Very patient and very caring
Very kind, gentle and never felt rushed. Took time to explain details
This was my first visit. He was very thorough and offered