Vascular disease involves disease of arteries and veins. Vascular surgeons
treat all problems of arteries and veins throughout the body except those
involving the heart and the inside of the brain.
Why See a Vascular Surgeon?
Vascular surgeons dedicate their entire training to addressing the full
spectrum of vascular health and disease.
Vascular Surgeons are uniquely trained to provide ALL aspects of vascular
care. By partnering with a vascular surgeon, you gain access to a comprehensive
approach that includes:
Prevention
Medical therapy
Catheter based minimally invasive procedures
Open surgery
Ongoing disease management
Our board-certified Vascular surgeons are at the forefront of delivering
comprehensive vascular care. and are uniquely trained in all these areas,
ensuring the best therapy tailored to each individual’s needs in
order to achieve optimal long-lasting results.
An ongoing relationship with your vascular surgeon helps you proactively
manage vascular disease. Early consultation can often prevent surgery,
as fewer than half of patients treated by a vascular surgeon require invasive
interventions.
Vascular Conditions We Treat
Arterial diseases, such as blockages often caused by atherosclerosis (the
buildup of plaque and cholesterol), can lead to reduced blood flow to
critical areas like the extremities, kidneys, brain, and intestines. Alternatively,
aneurysms, or the swelling of arteries, particularly the aorta, can occur.
Both conditions pose serious risks and may result in life-threatening
complications.
Common types of artery disease we treat
Pad – with leg pain, nonhealing wounds and gangrene
Aortic aneurysms
Peripheral aneurysms
Stroke or TIA with carotid artery disease in the neck
Vein diseases, which may include varicose veins, can have both cosmetic
and medical impacts. They may also include vein blockages, either acute,
like blood clots (deep vein thrombosis), or chronic, both of which can
result in significant complications.
Common types of venous disease we treat
Varicose veins
Chronic venous insufficiency with swelling, non-healing wounds and discoloration of legs
Deep venous thrombosis
Kern Medical also provides arterio-venous access for hemodialysis, as well
as treating hemodialysis access complications.
Dialysis access
Many vascular conditions are lifelong and your vascular surgeon will be
your long term care partner. Be sure to ask to be referred to our board-certified
vascular surgeons for the comprehensive care of your arteries and veins.
For more information about vascular conditions and treatment options, you
can visit the patient resources page on
Vascular.org.
