Vascular Surgeons perform surgical procedures on arteries that carry blood to the heart, lungs, and other organs. They can also treat diseases that affect vascular structures, including aortic aneurysms and other conditions of the artery walls.
Generally, they perform surgery to repair a person's veins or arteries and to treat other vascular diseases and trauma. They also consult with physicians and refer patients to other specialists if required.
They perform a variety of vascular surgeries, from open aortic reconstruction to minimally-invasive and endovascular techniques. They are also responsible for maintaining patient records and providing follow-up care after surgery.
In addition, they can also perform non-invasive tests on blood vessels and arteries. These tests include ultrasound, angiography, and MRI scans.
A Vascular Surgeon Fairfax may need to refer a patient with an artery problem to a cardiothoracic surgeon, who will examine the arteries in the heart and determine whether surgery is necessary.
The field of vascular surgery has undergone significant changes over the years, particularly the introduction of endovascular procedures. This has helped to differentiate vascular surgeons from general surgeons who traditionally had extensive training in open vascular procedures.
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Center for Vascular Medicine of Fairfax
Address: 8316 Arlington Blvd. Ste. 515 , Fairfax, Virginia 22031
Phone: (571) 601-1663
Email: Centerforvascularmedicine@gmail.com