On average, one American dies every 39 seconds of cardiovascular disease – disorders of the heart and blood vessels. Stroke, a disorder of the blood supply to the brain, is the third leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability in the country, with nearly 800,000 new strokes occurring annually. According to the American Heart Association, the total direct and indirect cost of cardiovascular disease and stroke in the U.S. for 2010 was an estimated $503.2 billion.
With a simple swab of the cheek, the physicians at Center for
Dr. Vinay Satwah from the Center for Vascular Medicine presented before a group of physicians from the Outpatient Endovascular and Interventional Society to discuss the techniques for ultrasound guided needle access. The technique he shared can be more useful to physicians than the traditional palpation approach.
Dr. Satwah also presented the findings from FAUST clinical study of over 1000 patients.Center for Vascular Medicine held a Free Vascular Screening event in Greenbelt, Maryland. Our goal is to raise awareness about peripheral arterial disease and help identify cases in individuals who may have no symptoms or have avoided the doctor for various reasons. We have experienced vascular doctors in Greenbelt.
Let's talk about your vascular health. FIND YOUR LOCAL CENTER Schedule a Consultation