Advanced surgical care for vascular conditions
When vascular surgery is recommended as part of your or your loved one’s care, experienced vascular surgeons at Ascension Medical Group Providence Vascular Surgery in Waco, TX, deliver highly specialized surgical treatments to help improve circulation, restore blood flow and help reduce symptoms caused by vascular disease. As part of Ascension Providence, we provide advanced treatment options for common and complex conditions affecting the arteries and veins throughout the body.
At your first consultation and every appointment, your vascular surgeon takes the time to listen and understand your health concerns, symptoms and goals. Then, we work with you to create a personalized surgical care plan designed around your specific vascular condition and overall health needs.
Specialized vascular surgery and treatment options
Vascular surgeons and care teams at Ascension Medical Group Providence Vascular Surgery specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases that affect the blood vessels, including arteries, veins and the lymphatic system. Our goal is to improve circulation, help prevent complications and support your long-term vascular health.
Vascular surgery may be recommended to treat conditions including:
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD)
- Carotid artery disease
- Aortic aneurysms
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- Chronic venous insufficiency
- Varicose veins
- Dialysis access conditions
- Peripheral vascular disease (PVD)
- Limb-threatening ischemia
- Blood vessel blockages and narrowing
Whenever possible, your surgeon may recommend minimally invasive or endovascular procedures using smaller incisions and advanced catheter-based techniques. Less invasive vascular procedures may help shorten recovery time, reduce scarring and lower the risk of complications.
Our vascular surgeons specialize in procedures including:
- Angioplasty and vascular stent placement
- Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR)
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Peripheral artery bypass surgery
- Atherectomy procedures
- Arteriovenous (AV) fistula creation and maintenance
- Thrombectomy and clot removal procedures
- Varicose vein treatments
- Venous ablation therapy
- Aortic aneurysm repair
- Limb salvage procedures for advanced vascular disease
Advanced diagnostic testing for vascular conditions
Your doctor provides advanced diagnostic testing to help diagnose vascular disease and develop the right treatment plan for your condition. Testing may include:
- Blood tests
- Vascular ultrasound
- Ankle-brachial index (ABI) testing
- Computed tomography angiography (CTA)
- Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA)
- Diagnostic angiography
- Carotid ultrasound
- Venous duplex imaging
- Doppler ultrasound studies
- CT scans and vascular imaging
Supporting your recovery after vascular surgery
Your vascular surgeon and care team take the time to explain your procedure, what to expect during recovery and how to care for yourself after surgery or treatment. After your procedure, we connect you with follow-up care and rehabilitation services to support your recovery and ongoing vascular health.
Some patients may require additional monitoring or recovery time in the hospital following surgery. Our nursing teams and advanced monitoring technology help support your healing and recovery every step of the way. Your compassionate care team is focused on helping you safely return home and get back to your daily activities.
Supportive services at this location may include:
- Medication management and anticoagulation monitoring
- Smoking cessation support
- Personalized nutritional counseling
- Diabetes education and management support
- Transitional care and follow-up coordination
- Peripheral artery disease education
- Wound care support for vascular conditions
- Ongoing vascular screening and monitoring programs