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Good blood circulation is an integral part of a healthy life. The blood delivers oxygen throughout the body and also transports white blood cells that help fight off infection and illness. Good circulation also helps us stay energized and focused. Historically, it has been assumed that circulation issues are reserved for our population of older […]

After the winter months, the majority of which we have spent beneath layers of clothing or blankets, we feel excited at the prospect of freeing ourselves. There is nothing more glorious than feeling the warmth of the sun on the skin after months of cold weather. However, coming out from under our covers also puts […]

On behalf of everyone at the Minimally Invasive Vascular Center, our hearts go out to all those impacted by COVID-19—this includes not only those diagnosed with the virus, but also their friends and family members, those whose jobs and schools have been impacted and so many more. As your community healthcare provider, we wanted to […]

Most people have never heard of Peripheral Artery Disease (P.A.D), a potentially life-threatening condition. Though serious and uncommon, P.A.D can be managed and treated when detected early. Here, we discuss what this condition is and how to manage it well. Peripheral Artery Disease is caused by a blocked artery in the lower extremities. The hardening […]

The thought of an aortic aneurysm can be frightening. Patients of the Minimally Invasive Vascular Center can expect to receive care that understands their concerns. From our perspective, a weak, bulging section of the aorta is a reparable problem. To strengthen the integrity of the aorta, the large artery that carries blood from the heart […]

Erectile dysfunction is a prevalent condition that affects many millions of men. As common as it is for men to have a hard time getting or keeping an erection, the conversation about erectile dysfunction continues to be quiet. Men may look online to learn about the causes of ED and, in so doing, may find […]

Most adults have at least heard of varicose veins. They are the thick, ropy, swollen veins that you can see on the thighs, calves, or other areas of the legs. The legs happened to be the most common area to develop these poorly-functioning veins, but that does not mean this is the only place these […]

Vein issues present a lot of problems. They aren’t only cosmetic, either. When veins become visible or swollen, ongoing management may need to be considered. Spider veins are not the bulging, ropy veins that cause leg cramps and burning. They are the tiny webs of visible red and purple veins just beneath the skin. Spider […]

For several years, researchers have studied the potentiality of stem cells for therapeutic uses. We all have stem cells that assist the body’s reparative and regenerative functions. Stem cells are referred to as the body’s transformers because they are undifferentiated cells originally, then change (differentiate) into specialized types of cells, such as cartilage. We are […]

CoolSculpting is not a new treatment. We’ve seen it advertised on television and in magazines for several years now. Celebrities have spoken freely about getting CoolSculpting to slim their midsections before big events or just as a way of managing the unwanted fat that seems to linger as we get older. The noninvasive process works […]