Are you at risk for developing deep vein thrombosis on your next flight? Columbia Vascular surgeon Dr. Danielle Bajakian breaks down the myths and facts surrounding vein health and flying.
The New York Times exposed a network of predatory artery treatments fueled by medical device companies paying private clinics to use their products. You should never have to protect yourself from your doctor, but here's what to know and how to advocate for your care.
When people don’t use their calf muscles enough—say, because a global pandemic has forced them to stay home and drastically alter their activity levels—their vein health can suffer.
Sheila Klein went from not being able to walk to pain-free movement. She shares her long journey to diagnosis of Peripheral Arterial Disease and how surgical treatment saved her life.
It was 8 am on a Thursday, and Nicholas Morrissey, MD, had already completed a proper morning. He taught residents from 6:15-7, attended a conference from 7-7:30, then met with his first patient in pre-op.
More than half of American adults have raised, discolored veins that produce swelling in the ankle, along with sore, achy legs. These are called varicose veins, and left untreated, they can lead to more serious health problems.
