Vascular Surgery at Magee-Womens Hospital
Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC’s Vascular Surgery program provides the women and men of our region convenient access to a full spectrum of vascular and endovascular surgery services, as well as other artery and vein services.
Reasons to See a Vascular Surgeon
Referrals to a vascular surgeon usually are made through a patient's primary care physician and are based on indications of or risk factors for common vascular ailments, such as:
- Leg artery blockages which can cause pain with walking
- Strokes or mini-strokes (Transient ischemic attack)
- Varicose veins
- Persistent foot sores in patients with vascular disease or diabetes
Conditions We Treat
In a welcoming and convenient setting, we offer consultations, second opinions, and diagnosis and treatment of numerous conditions, including:
- Aneurysms (localized, blood-filled bulge in a blood vessel)
- Carotid stenosis (narrowing of the neck artery)
- Leg ischemia (lack of blood and oxygen to the legs)
- Leg ulcers (wound due to improper functioning of leg veins)
- Varicose veins (enlarged and twisted veins)
- Dialysis (blood filtration) access needs
Our Services
The vascular surgery program at Magee offers patients a comprehensive blend of services to bring relief for the conditions listed above. Surgery options include:
- Vein sclerotherapy (vein shrinking)
- Laser vein ablation (laser assisted vein disintegration)
- Full arterial surgery
- Endovascular (minimally invasive) options for treating aneurysms, leg artery blockages, and carotid artery stenosis
- Creation and maintenance of dialysis access
Our Staff