Patient Care
The clinical volume of the Division continues to grow on an annual basis. We provide expert diagnostic evaluation of problems with arterial and venous blood flow in the lower extremities, problems with walking or wound healing related to reduced blood flow (claudication or limb salvage). We have internationally recognized expertise in the diagnosis and management of aneurysmal or occlusive disease of the thoracic or abdominal aorta or both, in addition to peripheral aneurysms and aortic dissections. We are particularly interested in providing solutions for failed prior attempts at endovascular aneurysm exclusion or revisions of previously placed endografts. We also possess expertise in the management of cerebrovascular disease including the prevention and treatment of strokes or transient ischemic attacks for both primary and recurrent lesions. We provide both open and catheter-based (angioplasty and stenting) treatment for carotid disease to ensure that each patient receives the procedure that assures them of the best overall outcome. We also have special expertise in the multi-modality management of venous insufficiency and thoracic outlet syndromes. The Division performs over 900 operative vascular procedures each year, is supported by a fully ICAVL-accredited Diagnostic Vascular Laboratory performing over 3000 non-invasive peripheral vascular exams annually, and provides training for vascular fellows whose case volume routinely exceeds the 90% for total operative experience nationwide.
Vascular Surgery Clinic: We currently have the highest level of patient satisfaction in our Vascular Clinic, among all the outpatient clinics in the hospital, which is reflective of the commitment of our staff and Attending surgeons to provide the most efficient and the highest quality of patient care.
