MUDr. Jan Bafrnec
Specialization: Angiology and venous surgery General Surgery
Clinics: Apeiron – Prague 8 Waltrovka – Prague 5
Language skills: Czech English German
Top Skills
General - laparoscopic surgery
Vascular surgery - endovenous surgery
Oncovascular surgery
Curriculum Vitae
Education:
- 2000-2007 First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Physician, General medicine
Board Certification:
- 2016-2022 Board-certified vascular surgeon, Vascular surgery, Third Faculty of Medicine, Charles University
- 2007-2014 Board-certified general surgeon, General Surgery, Third Faculty of Medicine, Charles University
Experience:
- From 2011 University Hospital Královské Vinohrady, Consultant surgeon for general and vascular surgery - General, Laparoscopic and Vascular surgeryTraumacenter and complex Cardiovascular center
- From 2016-2023 ISCARE, Prague, Consultant surgeon - Laparoscopic general surgery
- laparoscopic and complex hernia repairs, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, appendectomy - From 2011 Charles University, Third Medical Faculty, Assistant professor, Teaching surgery
- From Od 2013 Astra Zeneca LP Us, Clinical Research Physician/Investigator, Multiple studies-phase 3 clinical trials
- From 2011 Neratovice Hospital, Surgeon
One day laparoscopic surgery dept. (Gallbladder, Appendix, Hernias, Gastric reflux, Varicose veins RF ablation) - 2012-2019 The Football Association of the Czech Republic, National team physician U17, Medical supervision
- 2014 ATLS Czech Republic, ATLS Provider, Advanced Trauma Life Support licence for 4 years. American evidence-based primary trauma care training.
- 2010-2011 IKEM, Transplant surgery, Transplant (liver, kidney, pancreas), visceral and vascular surgery
- 2007-2010 Louny Hospital, General surgeon, Traumatology, visceral surgery
- 2005-2007 Charles University, The First Medical Faculty, Prague, Anatomy assistant. Leading anatomy and dissection classes of medical students at the Department of Anatomy, 1st. MF Charles University
Publications:
- The role of hybrid procedures in the management of peripheral vascular disease
- TAPP - Parietex ProGrip or Ultrapro?A year experience two centers and early results.
- Antiplatelet therapy as prophylaxis of arterial and venous thrombosis in malignancies of colon and rectum
- Adhesive small bowel obstruction-case report - review
- Repair of Aneurysmal ArteriovenousFistulae: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Related articles
08. 05. 2024 Sclerotization of varicose veins
The procedure is most often performed to remove varicose veins.
10. 02. 2026 Modern treatment for venous conditions
Chronic venous disease can significantly impact daily comfort — from heavy legs to serious complications such as venous ulcers. Early diagnosis and modern outpatient treatment help prevent problems and keep your legs healthy and pain-free.
08. 05. 2024 VenaSeal vein adhesive
VenaSeal is an innovative non-thermic, minimally invasive treatment method for sealing off varicose veins using a special medical adhesive (cyanoacrylate). This procedure is a modern alternative to traditional surgical and laser methods. It provides patients with an effective and comfortable way to resolve their problems with varicose veins.
08. 05. 2024 Aesthetic mini-phlebectomy
An aesthetic mini-phlebectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure performed under local anaesthesia. The procedure is focused on removing lateral varicose veins via small incisions using special surgical instruments.
08. 05. 2024 Laser ablation
Endovenous laser therapy (EVLT) is a modern thermic, minimally invasive method used for removing varicose veins. This technique uses thermal destruction to seal off damaged veins, thus improving blood flow and alleviating the symptoms associated with varicose veins. Thanks to its effectiveness and patients’ rapid recovery, EVLT has become a popular alternative to traditional surgical methods.
02. 01. 2026 Outpatient varicose vein surgery
Varicose veins are one of the most common venous disorders. They may cause visible bulging veins, leg heaviness, swelling, pain, or night cramps. Today, modern varicose vein surgery offers minimally invasive solutions performed on an outpatient basis, with quick recovery and excellent cosmetic results.
At Canadian Medical, we provide advanced treatment options, including endovenous laser ablation, aesthetic miniphlebectomy, sclerotherapy, and the innovative VenaSeal closure system.