Dr. Mahmoud Elrakhawy

About the Doctor

Dr. Mahmoud Elrakhawy is a vascular surgeon practicing in Urbana, Illinois, with 6‑10 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. He is affiliated with AHN Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Although specific areas of expertise are not detailed in the source, as a vascular surgeon he treats conditions such as aortic aneurysms, peripheral artery disease, carotid artery disease, varicose veins, and deep vein thrombosis. Dr. Elrakhawy accepts a broad range of insurance plans including Medicare, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare. His practice is located at 611 W Park St, Urbana, IL.

• 6‑10 years of experience in vascular surgery

• Medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

• Affiliated with AHN Allegheny General Hospital

• Accepts Medicare and major commercial insurance plans

Education & Training

Medical School – Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Residency – Not specified in source
Fellowship/Additional Training – Not specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Aortic aneurysm (abdominal, thoracic)

• Peripheral artery disease (PAD)

• Carotid artery disease / carotid stenosis

• Varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency

• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

• Pulmonary embolism (in coordination with other specialists)

• Renal artery stenosis

• Mesenteric ischemia

• Vascular access complications (e.g., dialysis access management)

• Upper and lower extremity ischemia

Medical Procedures Performed

• Open and endovascular aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR)

• Carotid endarterectomy and carotid artery stenting

• Peripheral artery angioplasty and stenting (lower and upper extremities)

• Varicose vein treatment (endovenous laser ablation, sclerotherapy, vein stripping)

• Thrombolytic therapy and thrombectomy for DVT

• Dialysis access creation and maintenance (fistulas, grafts)

• Bypass grafting (femoral‑popliteal, fem‑fem, axillo‑femoral)

• Amputation (when limb salvage not possible)

• Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) for venous insufficiency

Services Offered

Dr. Elrakhawy provides comprehensive vascular surgery services, including both open surgical and minimally invasive endovascular procedures. He evaluates patients with symptoms of vascular disease such as leg pain with walking, non‑healing ulcers, swelling, or transient ischemic attacks. His services include diagnostic imaging (duplex ultrasound, CTA, MRA), medical management of risk factors (hypertension, cholesterol, diabetes), and surgical interventions to restore blood flow or remove diseased vessels. He works closely with primary care physicians, cardiologists, and interventional radiologists to coordinate care. Telehealth availability is not specified; please contact the office directly.

List of services:

• Vascular surgery consultation and second opinions

• Diagnosis and management of peripheral artery disease and carotid artery disease

• Endovascular and open aortic aneurysm repair

• Carotid endarterectomy and stenting

• Minimally invasive treatment of varicose veins

• Dialysis access surgery (fistulas, grafts) and maintenance

• Thrombolysis and thrombectomy for acute DVT or limb ischemia

• Lower extremity bypass surgery

• Wound care for ischemic ulcers

• Preventive management of cardiovascular risk factors

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (HMO, Medicare, POS)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• CMS Medicare (Medicare)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• HCSC (PPO)

• Humana (Medicare, PPO)

• Molina (HMO, Medicare)

• United Healthcare (HMO, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 611 W Park St, Urbana, IL 61801
Phone: (217) 904-7000

Hospital Affiliations

• AHN Allegheny General Hospital – Pittsburgh, PA