HERBERT DARDIK Obituary

DARDIK--Herbert. Englewood Health mourns the passing of Herbert Dardik, MD, one of the pioneers of vascular surgery and an Englewood Health luminary and leader for nearly five decades. Dr. Dardik, Chief Emeritus of Vascular Surgery and General Surgery, was a founding father of the field who pioneered many developments, most notably the first tissue-engineered bypass graft used to prevent gangrene and save lower limbs. He was a passionate educator and mentor who founded our vascular surgery fellowship program, research lab, and education programs for high school students. Dr. Dardik will be remembered for his warm spirit and the relationships he developed over many years. He was a kind, supportive, and patient mentor who held a lifelong passion for fostering the growth of not only the medical field, but of the lives of generations of colleagues, students, patients, and the community. He enriched our medical institution greatly and immeasurably enriched the lives of those who had the privilege of working with him. Our deepest condolences to his wife, Janet; his children, Alan, Michael, and Sharon; his grandchildren and his entire family. Richard Lerner, Chairman; Warren Geller, President and CEO; David Abramson, MD, President, Medical Staff

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Published by New York Times on May 14, 2020.

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for HERBERT DARDIK

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PAUL ECKSTEIN MD

June 29, 2020

I was fortunate to be a Chief Resident of the Vascular Service at Montefiore Hospital sometime around 1974, and 1975. I say fortunate because Herb Dardik was the major surgeon, doing most of the vascular surgery on that service at that time. Not only was Herb and excellent surgeon, without question, but he was an excellent mentor and wonderful human being. Working with him and learning from him was ALWAYS a pleasure. How fortunate we have all been to have known the man.

Robert Fox

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Pat Digiovanni

May 26, 2020

Dr. Dardik was one of the most influential physicians I encountered during the early days of my nursing career at Englewood Hospital. It was obvious that he was a trailblazer, brilliant surgeon, and extraordinary leader. What most impressed me however was his kindness his compassion and his ability to connect with his patients and their families. He was indeed special and I have yet to find a more extraordinary physician in my 40+ years of practice.

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Andrea Lokshin

May 21, 2020

My heart continues to hurt as another special person in my life is no longer with us. Dr. Herbert Dardik, better known to my family as Uncle Chaim was one of the most incredible, caring, loving, brilliant and dedicated person I knew. He was Chief Emeritus of Vascular and General Surgery at Englewood Hospital for more than 57 years and is recognized around the world as a founding father of vascular surgery.
His accomplishments were endless and beyond impressive..but as stated, never did he have an attitude that he was better than anyone else. His demeanor was something to admire as he appreciated everyone around him regardless of their financial status, title or background. He treated everyone the same and everyone who knew him, instantly loved him.
Going beyond his professional career, he loved his family more than words. Although I was not his blood daughter, he always told me I was like a second daughter to him and he was certainly like a second father to me. He always gave me advice...about jobs I was considering, any health issues I was dealing with and even guys I was dating. (He even tried to set me up on a few blind dates...but I won't get into that!) He couldn't have been prouder when I told him I was expecting twins and I'm so grateful that Matthew & Rachael had a chance to truly know him. Our family gatherings and memories are endless....but most special ones were summers in LBI along with Thanksgiving holidays where he was of course the chief surgeon to cut the turkey.
Cherish your loved ones, make special memories, appreciate everything and everyone in your life as you truly don't know what tomorrow brings. I love you Uncle Chaim and will miss you forever. I'm so grateful to have been your second daughter. This world and my life will not be the same without you. Rest in Peace.

Kathy

May 17, 2020

You saved my friend Debi Dr.D God speed you to heaven.

Joni Jablansky

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MARGUERITE RIVETTI-KAUFFMAN

May 14, 2020

I had the honor of working with Dr. Dardik for most of my 36 years as a surgical technologist at Englewood Hospital. From the very start of my career Dr. Dardik taught me everything I knew about Vascular Surgery. His passion was infectious and his innovations were amazing. Doctors from all over the world came to see him operate the very technics he developed. My heart is heavy with the news of his passing but I know Dr. Dardik's legacy will forever be in history. Rest in peace Dr. Dardik. Thank you. My deepest condolences to his wife Janet and his family.

Seymour Sprayregen

May 14, 2020

I have known Herb since we were residents (he is surgery and me in radiology) at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx.

Herb's character, scholarship, surgical technique, judgment and teaching were all off the chart.

Herb saved and improved the lives of countless individuals by performing and publishing his surgical techniques. He founded the vascular surgical fellowship and research center at Englewood Hospital, teaching surgeons the science and art of vascular surgery.

Herb was a world leader in vascular surgery, yet he was an ever-approachable modest man, who truly cared about everyone, and gave sagacious advice to all who asked.

My family has been fortunate to have a long-time friendship with the Dardiks. We have shared many milestones and other good times with Herb, his soul mate Janet, and their accomplished children; Alan. Michael and Sharon.

Rest in peace, beloved friend,

Seymour Sprayregen

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