Kern Vascular Center
MEET OUR Providers
At Kern Vascular Center, we specialize in vascular surgery, led by a team of board-certified experts with decades of experience and leadership in the field. Trained at top medical institutions, our surgeons deliver the highest standard of care using advanced and traditional vascular techniques. Every patient benefits from personalized, state-of-the-art vascular care right here in Bakersfield.
Hao Bui, M.D.
Experience: 26 Years
Education: David Geffen School Of Medicine At UCLA 1999
Specialty: Vascular Surgery
Awards: America’s Top Surgeons (2007)
Affiliations: Whatcares, Hackett Hemwall Foundation
Pronounced “boo-ee,” Dr. Bui is a proud Bakersfield native whose journey in medicine began right in his hometown, where he attended William Penn Elementary, Greenfield Junior High, and graduated from South High School. He went on to earn his medical degree from the prestigious David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA in 1999.
Following medical school, Dr. Bui completed an intensive eight-year training program in general surgery residency and a specialized fellowship in vascular and endovascular surgery at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Board-certified in both vascular and endovascular surgery, Dr. Bui returned to Bakersfield in 2007 with a clear mission: to elevate the standard of vascular care in Kern County.
He regularly volunteers on international medical missions, providing life-changing vascular care to underserved populations around the world. As the founder of WHATcares, he partners with organizations such as Project Vietnam and the Hackett Hemwall Foundation to deliver care, equipment, and training to communities in need.
Tien H. Nguyen, M.D.
Experience: 22 Years
Education: UC San Diego Medical School 2003
Specialty: Vascular Surgery & General Surgery
Dr. Nguyen was raised in Modesto, California, and later made Bakersfield his home. He earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 2003. He then completed his general surgery residency at UC Irvine, followed by a rigorous fellowship in vascular and endovascular surgery at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Nguyen is double board-certified in general surgery and vascular surgery. With a strong foundation in advanced surgical techniques and a dedication to patient-centered care, he is committed to delivering exceptional vascular treatment to the Bakersfield community.
Sara Honari, M.D.
Experience: 16 Years
Education: Ross University School of Medicine 2009
Specialty: Vascular Surgery
Awards: Best Intern of the Year at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
Dr. Sara Honari is a board-certified vascular surgeon practicing at Kern Vascular Center in Bakersfield, California. She specializes in both open and endovascular treatments for a wide range of vascular conditions, including peripheral artery disease, varicose veins, aneurysms, and dialysis access management.
Dr. Honari completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Southern California. She earned her medical degree with high honors from Ross University School of Medicine in 2009. She then completed her general surgery internship and residency at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, where she was recognized as “Best Intern of the Year.” Following this, she pursued a vascular surgery fellowship at Maimonides Medical Center in New York.
With over 16 years of experience, Dr. Honari is known for her patient-centered approach, emphasizing education and collaboration in treatment planning.
Allan Capote, M.D.
Experience: 24 Years
Education: University of Manila School of Medicine, Fellowship at Harbor – UCLA
Specialty: Vascular Surgery
Dr. Capote grew up in a tiny island in the Philippines called Sibuyan. He obtained his medical degree at the University of the City of Manila, a consistent top medical college in the Philippines. After moving to California, he discovered a special interest in vascular surgery during his time as a general surgery resident and pursued to obtain a vascular surgery fellowship training at the University of California Los Angeles – LA County Hospital (Harbor-UCLA), one of the distinguished vascular surgery programs in California.
Dr. Allan Capote is a board-certified vascular surgeon currently practicing in Bakersfield, California as part of the Kern Vascular Center Group. He believes that having been blessed with the unique opportunity to serve others, every patient needs to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. Furthermore, he believes that everybody deserves to be treated with no less than the best of his abilities. He also believes that one of the key components in vascular surgical care is to properly educate patients regarding their illness.
CERTIFIED EXPERTISE
What Makes Us Different
At Kern Vascular Center, every physician on our team is a board-certified vascular surgeon, uniquely qualified to:
• Diagnose and manage complex vascular conditions
• Perform catheter-based interventions (angioplasty, stenting, atherectomy)
• Offer open surgical solutions when needed (bypass, endarterectomy, aneurysm repair)
• Provide long-term follow-up and continuity of care
| Qualification | Board-Certified Vascular Surgeon | Other Providers (e.g., IR, Cardiology) |
|---|---|---|
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Formal Vascular Surgery Fellowship |
 Yes |
 No |
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Trained in Open Surgery |
Yes |
No |
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Performs Endovascular Procedures |
Yes |
Yes |
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Focus Exclusively on Vascular Disease |
Yes |
 Partial |
Why Choosing a Board-Certified Vascular Surgeons Matter
At Kern Vascular Center, we understand that patients seeking vascular care may encounter a wide range of providers—interventional radiologists, cardiologists, and vascular medicine specialists—all of whom may present themselves as “vascular experts.” However, not all of these providers are trained in the full scope of vascular disease management. Only board-certified vascular surgeons are specifically trained to treat both arterial and venous diseases using the full spectrum of care—from noninvasive evaluations to minimally invasive endovascular procedures to complex open surgical reconstructions. This comprehensive training ensures patients receive the safest, most effective treatment options tailored to their condition.