Stéphan Haulon is a French vascular surgeon and academic whose career has focused on the advancement of complex aortic surgery. He has spent the majority of his professional life working in France, contributing to both clinical innovation and international education in vascular and endovascular surgery. His work has been closely associated with leading academic hospitals and universities in Lille and Paris, where he has played a major role in developing multidisciplinary aortic centers of excellence.
Academic History
Dr Haulon defended his PhD thesis in biomaterial research in 2002, marking the beginning of his academic career at the intersection of vascular surgery and biomedical innovation. In 2006, he was appointed Professor of Vascular Surgery at Lille University, reflecting his growing international reputation in aortic and endovascular surgery. His academic work has combined clinical practice, research, and the training of future vascular surgeons.
Career Overview
Dr Haulon’s primary clinical and research interest is aortic surgery, with a particular focus on the endovascular treatment of complex thoraco-abdominal and aortic arch aneurysms. He is internationally recognized for his contributions to the development and refinement of advanced endovascular techniques, including branched and fenestrated endografting.
In 2017, he was appointed Chairman of the Aortic Centre at Marie Lannelongue Hospital, part of the Groupe Hospitalier Paris Saint Joseph, and affiliated with Paris Saclay University. In this role, he has led a high-volume referral center for complex aortic disease, fostering collaboration between vascular surgeons, cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, and imaging specialists.
Beyond his clinical work, Dr Haulon has played a significant role in international vascular education. He is co-director of several major scientific meetings, including the Paris Vascular Insights meeting, the Critical Issues in Aortic Endografting Expert Symposium, and the annual Charing Cross Symposium. These meetings are widely regarded as leading global forums for discussion of innovation and evidence-based practice in vascular and endovascular surgery.
Dr Haulon has been actively involved in professional societies. He has served as an elected councillor of both the European Society for Vascular Surgery and the French Society for Vascular Surgery, and he is also a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery. His leadership within these organizations has contributed to guideline development, education, and international collaboration in vascular care.
Career Timeline
- 2002: Defended PhD thesis in biomaterial research
- 2006: Appointed Professor of Vascular Surgery at Lille University
- 2010s: Established international leadership in complex endovascular aortic surgery
- 2017: Appointed Chairman of the Aortic Centre at Marie Lannelongue Hospital, Groupe Hospitalier Paris Saint Joseph, Paris Saclay University
- 2019–2020: Served as President Elect of the European Society for Vascular Surgery
- Current: Continues academic, clinical, and educational leadership in advanced aortic and endovascular surgery
Recognition
Dr Haulon is widely recognized as one of the leading experts in complex aortic and endovascular surgery. His election to senior leadership roles within major European and international vascular societies reflects the high regard of his peers. He is a frequent invited speaker at international congresses and has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications that have influenced contemporary practice in aortic surgery and endovascular repair.
Areas of Speciality
- Aortic surgery
- Endovascular treatment of thoraco-abdominal aneurysms
- Aortic arch aneurysm repair
- Fenestrated and branched endografting
- Complex endovascular and hybrid aortic procedures
- Vascular surgery education and innovation
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