Conditions We Treat

  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA): An abdominal aortic aneurysm is a bulging or weakening in the lower portion of the aorta, the major artery that runs through the abdomen. It often develops slowly and without symptoms but can be life-threatening if it ruptures. Screening and monitoring are important, especially in older adults or those with risk factors like smoking or high blood pressure.

  • Amyloidosis: A condition where abnormal protein deposits build up in the heart, impairing its function and potentially leading to heart failure and other complications
  • Arrhythmias: an irregular heartbeat caused when the electrical signals in the heart don’t function properly
  • Cardiac amyloidosis: a rare and complex condition characterized by the accumulation of abnormal proteins, known as amyloid fibrils, in the heart tissue.
  • Cardiomyopathy: Disease of the heart muscle, which can affect its ability to pump blood properly
  • Carotid Artery Stenosis: Carotid artery stenosis is the narrowing of the carotid arteries in the neck, which supply blood to the brain. This condition is typically caused by a buildup of plaque and increases the risk of stroke. Treatment may involve lifestyle changes, medication, or procedures to restore blood flow.
  • Channelopathy: a disorder caused by defects in ion channels, leading to abnormal electrical activity in cells, which can affect the heart, muscles, or nervous system
  • Cholesterol disorders: abnormal levels of cholesterol in the blood, typically with high levels of “bad” LDL cholesterol or low levels of “good” HDL cholesterol, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke
  • Chronic Venous Insufficiency: a condition where the veins in the legs are unable to effectively return blood to the heart, leading to symptoms like swelling, pain, and varicose veins
  • Congenital Heart Defects: Structural heart abnormalities present at birth
  • Congestive Heart Failure: A condition where the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to fatigue and fluid buildup
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): Blockages or narrowing of the heart’s arteries that can lead to heart attacks
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT): DVT is the formation of a blood clot in a deep vein, most commonly in the legs. It can cause leg swelling, pain, and redness, and may lead to serious complications if the clot travels to the lungs (pulmonary embolism). Prompt treatment is essential to prevent long-term damage or life-threatening outcomes.
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): High blood pressure can damage the heart and increase the risk of heart disease
  • Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM): a genetic condition in which the heart muscle becomes abnormally thickened, impairing the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively
  • Ischemia: inadequate blood supply to an organ due to a narrowing or blockage of blood vessels in the area.
  • Lymphedema: a chronic swelling caused by a buildup of lymphatic fluid, most often in the arms or legs. It can result from lymph node damage, surgery, radiation, or congenital abnormalities. While there is no cure, it can be managed through compression therapy, manual lymphatic drainage, exercise, and skincare.
  • May-Thurner Syndrome: a vascular condition where the right iliac artery compresses the left iliac vein, restricting blood flow from the left leg. This can lead to leg swelling, pain, and an increased risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). It is often treated with venous stenting to open the compressed vein and restore proper circulation.
  • Nutcracker Syndrome: Nutcracker Syndrome occurs when the left renal vein is compressed between the aorta and the superior mesenteric artery. This compression can cause symptoms such as flank pain, blood in the urine, and pelvic discomfort. In more severe cases, treatment may involve renal vein stenting or surgical correction such as a Gonadal Coil Embolization.
  • Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD): Narrowing of the arteries in the legs or arms, which can affect circulation and lead to other heart complications
  • Preventive Cardiology: Prevent coronary artery disease with lifestyle changes and medications
  • Renal artery stenosis: A condition where the arteries supplying blood to the kidneys become narrowed, often due to a buildup of plaque. This reduced blood flow can lead to high blood pressure, kidney damage, or kidney failure if left untreated.
  • Stroke Prevention: Managing risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and heart arrhythmias, can lower the risk of having a stroke.
  • Syncope: a temporary loss of consciousness usually related to insufficient blood flow to the brain. It’s also called fainting or “passing out.”

  • Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm (TAA): A thoracic aortic aneurysm occurs in the upper part of the aorta, within the chest. It may not cause symptoms until it becomes large or ruptures, but some patients experience chest or back pain, shortness of breath, or hoarseness. Treatment depends on the aneurysm’s size and growth rate and may include monitoring or surgical repair.

  • Valvular Heart Disease: Problems with the heart’s valves, such as leaking or narrowing, affecting blood flow
  • Varicose Veins: enlarged, twisted veins that typically appear on the legs due to weakened valves, causing blood to pool and the veins to become swollen and visible
  • Venous Stasis Ulcer: a type of chronic wound that develops on the lower leg or ankle due to poor blood return from the veins. It is typically shallow, irregular in shape, and surrounded by swollen or discolored skin. Treatment focuses on improving venous circulation through compression therapy, wound care, and sometimes vein procedures.