Michael J. Qaqish, MD

I have always loved medicine and the ability to work with people. The science and technology we continue to learn about has allowed me to help so many people by providing safer and less invasive options. I am a strong believer in patient autonomy and making sure all my patient are informed of their disease process and the treatment options. Each patient's care is individualized and tailored appropriately. I am proud to be able to offer advanced minimally invasive endovascular treatments as well as open surgery.

I have had 5 years of general surgery training at Lankenau Medical Center in Wynnewood, PA. I then completed a two-year vascular surgery fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. While there, I have had the opportunity to present/share interesting and complex cases with my vascular surgery colleagues at regional and national conferences such as Delaware Valley Vascular Society, Pennsylvania Hospital Vascular Symposium and Society of Clinical Vascular Surgery.

As a vascular surgeon, I specialize in the treatment of arterial and venous diseases. I am trained in endovascular and open surgery and can offer a range of treatment options that are best suited for you. I take interest in many areas of vascular surgery including aortic and peripheral aneurysms, peripheral arterial disease, dialysis access, venous diseases, lymphedema and thoracic outlet syndrome

My wife is a nurse from the Philadelphia suburbs and has recently joined St Luke’s as well. I am Bethlehem born and raised, and it is so nice to be back home and able to help my community! It’s been so great being able to explore the Lehigh Valley and see how much it has changed. I enjoy attending concerts and visiting all the new restaurants in the area.