Affordable Vascular in Patchogue, New Hyde Park & Hicksville
In office services
- Diagnostic Angiogram
- Angioplasty, atherectomy and/or stenting of blockages for treatment
- Intravascular Ultrasound
- Arterial doppler of carotid, leg, arm, abdominal aorta
- Venous doppler of leg, arm
- Venous reflux studies
- ABI (ankle-brachial index) and PVR (pulse volume recording)
Our Providers
Saurin Patel MD, FACC
- Medical School
Albany Medical College - Internal Medicine residency
Tufts University, Boston - Cardiology fellowship
Tufts University, Boston - Interventional Cardiology fellowship
Tufts University, Boston - Research Fellowship in Vascular medicine
Tufts University, Boston
What is Peripheral Artery Disease?
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common, yet serious, condition. It occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries and narrows or blocks them. If left untreated it can result in the loss of a limb. PAD is closely with plaque buildup in the arteries to the heart and brain, hence is at 6 fold increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
What are the risk factors?
- Age older than age 65
- Age 50-65 with at least one risk factor for atherosclerosis (diabetes mellitus, history of smoking, hyperlipidemia, or hypertension) or family history
- Age less than 50 with diabetes and one risk factor for atherosclerosis
- Known atherosclerosis in another vascular bed
What are the signs and symptoms?
- Leg cramps with activity
- Foot ulcer
- Color changes in the skin of the feet-paleness or blueness
- Poor nail growth or hair growth on toes and legs
Treatment
- Lifestyle modifications
- Exercise program
- Medications
- In office procedures include angioplasty, atherectomy (laser and “rota rooter”), stent
- Arterial bypass surgery
If you believe you are at risk for PAD, have PAD, call 631-654-3278 to discuss this concern with our specialists, determine if testing is indicated and what you can do.
