Questions to ask the surgeon regarding Carotid Endarterectomy

Is the surgeon Certified in Vascular Surgery by the American Board of Surgery?

Has the surgeon published his results in any peer reviewed surgical journals or presented his results at any vascular society meetings?

How many carotid endarterectomies has the surgeon performed?

How many carotid endarterectomies does the surgeon perform each year?

What are the surgeon's personal results regarding operative mortality and stroke with carotid endarterectomy?