Yetunde Balogun, MD

Meet Yetunde Balogun, MD

Precision Surgery Driven by Public Health and Patient Trust

Dr. Yetunde Balogun is a dual board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon bringing specialized circulatory care to the East Texas community at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic. She provides Longview patients with the highest level of surgical expertise. Dr. Balogun’s presence in the region is fueled by a commitment to expanding access to limb-saving interventions for patients managing complex conditions like diabetes and hypertension.

Career at a Glance

• Dual board-certified by the American Board of Surgery in both General Surgery and Vascular Surgery.
• Maintains an exceptional 4.8 out of 5-star patient satisfaction rating across more than 200 reviews.
• Earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) to better address health outcomes and surgical safety.
• Fellowship-trained at the University of Missouri, specializing in complex, minimally invasive endovascular techniques.

Clinical Role and Leadership

Dr. Balogun serves as a key specialist within a comprehensive heart and vascular team, managing high-stakes pathologies of the circulatory system. Her leadership in the vascular program emphasizes the adoption of evidence-based protocols that reduce recovery times and optimize long-term health for the local population. She provides specialized care for conditions such as:

• Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAA)
• Carotid Artery Stenosis (Stroke Prevention)
• Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
• Critical Limb Ischemia (Limb Salvage)
• Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms
• Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
• Chronic Venous Occlusion

What You Can Expect from Care with Dr. Balogun

Dr. Balogun prioritizes the "human element" of surgery, focusing on clear communication to demystify complex medical decisions. Patients describe her as a knowledgeable professional who actively listens to their concerns and collaborates with families to set achievable health goals. You can expect:

• Joint goal-setting to ensure long-term recovery and wellness.
• Thorough, easy-to-understand explanations of all surgical options.
• A dedicated focus on "limb-saving" and life-preserving clinical outcomes.

Advanced Surgical Innovation / Diagnostic Care

Dr. Balogun utilizes state-of-the-art endovascular technology to perform repairs through tiny incisions, significantly reducing the physiological stress of surgery. She is highly proficient in Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair (EVAR), Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR), and complex "chimney" or "snorkel" grafting. To ensure maximum precision, she employs Peripheral Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) to visualize vessels from the inside during revascularization procedures.

Research, Clinical Insight, and Thought Leadership

Dr. Balogun is a contributor to the global medical community, with peer-reviewed research analyzing the safety of early surgical intervention following acute strokes. Her data-driven investigations into the American College of Surgeons NSQIP database have helped substantiate clinical recommendations for early carotid endarterectomy to prevent recurrent ischemic events.

Commitment to Public Health and Health Equity

With her background in Public Health, Dr. Balogun is a fierce advocate for reducing health disparities in regional populations. She has conducted specific research on rural health outcomes, demonstrating that specialized surgical care can achieve success comparable to urban centers when combined with optimal medical therapy and increased health-care utilization.