Palomar Health Medical Group’s vascular surgery team diagnoses and treats conditions of the arteries, veins and lymphatic system throughout the body. Our board-certified vascular surgeons care for the full range of vascular disease, from prevention and medical management to minimally invasive and open surgical procedures. Many patients never need surgery. When they do, our surgeons can offer every treatment option rather than a single technique, so each care plan is built around the patient’s condition and long-term health.
Comprehensive Care, Not Just Surgery
Vascular disease is often a lifelong condition, and early evaluation gives patients more options. Our approach includes:
- Prevention and risk factor management
- Medical therapy
- Minimally invasive (endovascular) procedures
- Open surgical repair
- Ongoing monitoring and long-term disease management
Conditions We Treat
Our vascular surgery team provides specialized care for conditions affecting blood vessels and circulation throughout the body.
Head and Neck
- Carotid artery disease (narrowing of the arteries that supply blood to the brain)
- Stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) prevention
Abdomen
- Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)
- Aortoiliac occlusive disease (blockages in the arteries supplying blood to the pelvis and legs)
- Renovascular Hypertension
- Visceral Ischemia
Arms and Legs
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD), including leg pain or cramping when walking (claudication)
- Chronic limb-threatening ischemia (severely reduced blood flow to the legs or feet)
- Non-healing wounds and diabetic foot ulcers
- Peripheral aneurysms
Vein and Lymphatic Conditions
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), or blood clots in deep veins
- Chronic venous insufficiency (poor blood flow through the leg veins)
- Varicose veins
- Lymphedema (swelling caused by a buildup of lymphatic fluid)
Dialysis Access
- Fistula and graft creation for hemodialysis
- Treatment of malfunctioning dialysis access
Advanced Treatments
Our vascular surgeons offer a full range of advanced treatment options, including minimally invasive procedures and traditional surgery. Your care team will recommend the approach best suited to your condition and individual needs.
- Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR)
- Transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR)
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Angioplasty and stenting
- Atherectomy
- Surgical bypass
- Vein ablation
- Vascular lab and duplex ultrasound testing
Who Should See a Vascular Surgeon?
Patients with these risk factors or symptoms may benefit from a vascular evaluation:
- Smoking history
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure or high cholesterol
- Leg pain or cramping with walking
- Wounds on the legs or feet that won’t heal
- Leg swelling, varicose veins or skin changes
- Family history of aneurysm
Take the Next Step Toward Better Vascular Health
Whether you’re experiencing symptoms, managing an existing vascular condition or seeking a specialist evaluation, our team is here to help you understand your options and develop a care plan that meets your needs.