Frederic J. Vagnini, M.D., FACS. Unique among modern medical practitioners, Dr. Vagnini, affectionately known as "Dr. V" to his patients and hundreds of thousands of followers who tune in every Sunday to his nationally syndicated radio program, receive his advisory emails, read his books and listen to his podcasts. A board certified cardiovascular surgeon, Dr. Vagnini has dedicated himself to helping people prevent age-related diseases including diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and dementia through nutrition, lifestyle counseling, fitness and health education.Dr. Frederic Vagnini received his medical degree from St. Louis University Medical School, St Louis, followed by specialty training at Downstate and Columbia Presbyterian Medical Centers, New York. He also served in the U.S. Army at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He is an assistant professor of surgery at Long Island Jewish/North Shore University Medical Center on Long Island.