Britt Tonnessen, MD
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Biography
Dr. Tonnessen graduated from Brown University with honors in Neuroscience in 1994. She subsequently received her medical degree at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She completed a residency in general surgery and fellowship in vascular surgery at the Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans, and has been a practicing vascular surgeon since 2006. Dr. Tonnessen is board certified in general and vascular surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Tonnessen has expertise in both open surgery and minimally invasive "endovascular" procedures for treating vascular disease. Dr. Tonnessen is also the co-author of the 5th and 6th editions of The Handbook of Patient Care Vascular Diseases, a popular "pocket" book for students and residents.
Education & Training
- FellowOchsner Clinic (2006)
- ResidentOchsner Clinic (2004)
- MDMayo Clinic (1999)
- BSc (Hon)Brown University, Neuroscience (1994)
Honors & Recognition
| Award | Awarding Organization | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Top Doctor 2020 | Connecticut Magazine | 2020 |
Departments & Organizations
- Surgery
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Program
- Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy
- Yale Medicine