DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN — THE BROOKLYN HOSPITAL CENTER HAS APPOINTED NELSON MENEZES, M.D., as its Interim Chair of Surgery. A highly respected leader and educator, Menezes brings decades of clinical and administrative experience to this role. Appointed in 1998 as chief of Vascular Surgery, he has been an integral part of TBHC’s surgical team ever since. Under his leadership, the hospital successfully transitioned from traditional, open surgical techniques to advanced endovascular procedures, significantly enhancing patient care and outcomes. As Interim Chair of Surgery, Menezes will oversee the surgical department, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality patient care, fostering innovation, and supporting the professional growth of the surgical team. His leadership comes at a pivotal time. Board certified in both general and vascular surgery, Menezes is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. In addition to his clinical practice, he serves as the medical director of TBHC’s Vascular Lab and has been deeply involved in resident education and research, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Menezes is also well-regarded for his mentorship, having guided many surgical residents who have gone on to achieve distinguished careers in academic and vascular surgery. His dedication to advancing surgical care has earned him prestigious honors, including the Distinguished Service Award from TBHC’s professional staff in 2007 and the Walter Reed Medal in 2018.