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Do I Have PAD? Take Our Self Assessment Quiz

Posted November 13, 2019
PAD: Peripheral Artery Disease: A build-up of plaque in the arteries reducing blood flow to the extremities, most commonly the legs. Effects of PAD:
  • Leg pain
  • Fatigue when walking
  • Difficulty standing or sitting for extended periods of time
  • Non-healing wounds (ulcers)
  • Critical limb ischemia – an extreme condition caused by insufficient blood flow that may eventually require amputation
  • Stroke – 3X more likely in patients with P.A.D.
Treatment for PAD
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Real PAD Success Story

Posted November 13, 2019

Kristina Seeks Help for Chronic Pelvic Pain

Kristina is a real Center for Vascular Medicine patient who suffered for years with chronic pain. Like a lot of patients, her pelvic pain was being mistreated causing frustration and debilitating pain.
"I was originally diagnosed with endometriosis and suffered with that for 14 years. My OB/GYN tried everything but nothing really worked.
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Eat Vegetables, Lower Your Risk of PAD

Posted November 13, 2019

New studies are emerging that suggest eating three or more servings of fruit and vegetables a day can help decreases your chance of developing peripheral artery disease or PAD. So, like your doctor, and mom, always told you, eat your vegetables!

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Leg Doctors To Relieve Pain and Increase Mobility

Posted November 13, 2019

Doctors at Center for Vascular Medicine often hear from patients that there is nothing to be done about their chronic leg pain. We understand how discouraging this can be especially when the leg pain begins to affect the quality of your daily life. The "leg doctors" want patients to know that they do not have to take no for answer.

We have trained doctors that specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a range of vascular conditions including PAD a common cause of chronic leg pain.

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PAD Self Assessment Quiz

Posted November 13, 2019

PAD- peripheral arterial disease, can cause dangerous blood clots in the legs. Approximately 8 million people in the U.S are affected by PAD but many go undiagnosed until it is too late. PAD is a dangerous health condition that can lead to heart attacks, strokes, or even death. It is important to know the signs of PAD so you may seek early treatment. The Center for Vascular Health of the greater Maryland and Metro DC area offers comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of PAD and other vascular diseases.

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PAD Awareness Month

Posted November 13, 2019
Center for Vascular Medicine wants you to know that September is PAD Awareness month. Center for Vascular Medicine is offering FREE screenings during the month of September so we can catch PAD early. Approximately 8 million people in the U.S are affected by PAD. PAD- peripheral arterial disease, causes dangerous clots in the leg. With time, plaque hardens and narrows the passageway in your arteries blocking blood flow.
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Vascular Medicine Is Changing Lives Every Day

Posted November 13, 2019
Many patients come through our doors feeling frustrated by debilitating symptoms that have not been diagnosed properly by their regular physician. Leg and/or arm pain, pelvic pain and foot discomfort can make daily life difficult. The Center for Vascular Medicine in Maryland is home to an educated and experienced team of vascular physicians and clinicians who have specialized in vascular interventional treatments for a range of vascular diseases outside of the heart.
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Don't Take No For An Answer

Posted November 13, 2019
We frequently see patients who have been told that there is "no cure" or nothing that can be done about their chronic leg pain, which is often dramatically affecting their daily life. Don't take "no" for an answer, schedule a visit at one of our convenient locations throughout Central Maryland and get screened for vascular disease. Beyond getting you back to living your life, it could be life saving! Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) affects over 8 million people in the U.S.
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FREE Vascular Screening For PAD Awareness Month

Posted November 13, 2019
This month we recognize the health risks associated with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and the important role that a quick, painless screening can play in diagnosing PAD. The Center for Vascular Medicine, with 6 convenient locations serving the Baltimore-Washington metro area, is offering FREE vascular screenings during September:
  • September 25th at our Glen Burnie location
  • September 24, 2015 at our Laurel location
Take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about PA
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Dr. Guarav Lakhanpal, Leading Vascular Doctor in Maryland

Posted November 13, 2019

Dr. Gaurav Lakhanpal is a member of our team of physicians at the Center for Vascular Medicine. He brings his education, training and years of experience as a cardiologist to patients who can benefit from endovascular interventional procedures. With an in depth understanding of how these procedures can improve both health and daily quality of life, Dr. Lakhanpal helps patients with peripheral artery disease through a variety of minimally invasive treatments and surgical procedures.

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