Welcome to the Vascular Surgery and Vein Center, a comprehensive vascular practice providing state-of-the-art care to patients throughout the tri-state area. Under the direction of board-certified surgeon Dr. Norman Chideckel, we utilize our advanced skills and many years of experience to help patients achieve clear, beautiful and healthy legs. With our convenient Manhattan location, Dr. Chideckel offers… Continue Reading
Venous Skin Ulcers & Treatment
A venous skin ulcer is a condition in your legs that causes pain and soreness. This condition is slow to heal because of weak blood flow in the legs. The condition can last from weeks to years. Thus, you need to consult professional vein specialists. Doctors refer to this condition as venous leg ulcers because… Continue Reading
Do Vascular Surgeons Work on Blood Clots?
Do vascular surgeons work on blood clots? Many diseases and disorders can have a detrimental effect on your body’s circulation and blood vessels. For one, blood clots deep inside the vascular system are a serious concern that’s most often ignored until it reaches a chronic stage. Whether you’re an elderly patient or a young adult,… Continue Reading
Types of Vein Disorders
Do you know that people can suffer from different types of vein disorders and diseases? While some of them are nothing to worry about and go away on their own, others require immediate medical attention and expensive treatments. Depending on an individual’s medical health status, they can become vulnerable to several vein disorders. (Source) Fortunately,… Continue Reading
Types of Vascular Surgeries
There are a few main types of vascular surgery, each for a different venous condition. Are you wondering whether or not you should get vascular for your venous disorders and medical health issues? Is venous blockage taking a toll on your overall health? You should know that many types of vascular surgeries are performed in… Continue Reading
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) & Treatment
Deep vein thrombosis or DVT is a severe venous condition caused due to blood clotting. The blood may clot due to a wide range of problems deep inside the body. A blood clot is a solid clump of blood, blocking the vein. Blood clots or blockage in veins can cause many serious conditions. Usually, deep… Continue Reading
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
What is chronic venous insufficiency? Your legs encompass a lot of healthy blood flow from and to your heart. Every blood vessel in your legs contains a one-way natural valve that prevents the blood from following in the wrong direction, i.e., backward. If the blood starts flowing backward, it can be potentially disadvantageous to your… Continue Reading
Ambulatory Phlebectomy
Ambulatory phlebectomy or microphlebectomy is a minimally invasive treatment to treat chronic venous insufficiency or various veins. Doctors recommend this treatment to people with severe varicose vein symptoms. In this post, you will find some basic information on ambulatory phlebectomy and how this treatment helps with varicose veins. Ambulatory phlebectomy is a common treatment for… Continue Reading
All About Arteries & Veins
Arteries and veins are tube-like muscles that circulate blood throughout the body. Since blood pumping from the legs to the heart doesn’t receive any force, it uses valves. The valves prevent blood from moving backward. The body’s arterial system is complex and causes numerous health problems. Below, we will discuss some health conditions related to… Continue Reading
When Is Vein Removal Necessary?
When is vein removal required to treat a venous condition? Many people struggling with varicose veins complain about the discomfort and pain they experience. The aching and cramping occur in the legs (where the veins normally emerge). A few other symptoms that many people with spider and varicose veins experience are as follows: Burning sensation… Continue Reading
Vascular Surgeons Training
What is involved with vascular surgeons training? Many common diseases can affect our vascular system, creating a doorway to other health risks. It is important for an individual to receive immediate treatment if they notice an issue in their vascular system. Some cases involve different types of treatments that may even require major surgery. That’s… Continue Reading
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