What Conditions Do We Treat?

• Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) with evidence of critical limb ischemia (non-healing wounds, rest pain)
• Peripheral vascular disease (PVD)
• History of previous failed vascular stent or bypass
• Diabetic foot infections or neuropathic ulcers, bone infections (osteomyelitis)
• Non-healing lower extremity wounds or ulcerations
• Critical limb ischemia

Streamlined, Compassionate, Patient Centered Care

The goal of the Limb Preservation Program is to streamline the patient’s care by providing rapid assessment and coordination of care for patients with limb threatening conditions. We treat each patient with compassion and create individualized treatment plans based their unique needs.

Our board-certified vascular surgeons offer the full spectrum of treatment options for complex PAD, critical limb ischemia and related vascular conditions. Their specialized training and years of experience treating these complex diseases are key to restoring blood flow that is critical to wound healing and preventing unnecessary amputations.

Here's what you can expect in the Limb Preservation Program

Patients in the Limb Preservation Program will receive frequent communication at all stages of their treatment plan. This includes facilitating communication between all members of the healthcare team, helping patients understand their personalized care plan, and assisting with referrals, appointments and follow-up care.

• Your appointment request form or referral is received
• Our team will contact you to guide you through the process, ensuring a seamless experience
• Patient care starts with a consultation at Vascular Institute of San Antonio. This appointment will include:
  • Evaluation by a board-certified vascular surgeon
  • Discussion and review of all prior imaging and procedures
  • Coordination of care to any required specialist or further diagnostic imaging, if needed
• If surgical intervention is indicated, our staff will expedite the scheduling of the procedure
• After the procedure is completed, a detailed report will be sent to the referring physician regarding the continued care plan
• A follow-up appointment will be scheduled at the Vascular Institute of San Antonio
• Future office visits will be scheduled to monitor the healing process to help ensure patients continue to heal and regain mobility and quality of life

If you have been diagnosed with any of these limb-threatening conditions, or if you are concerned about any non-healing wounds or ulcers on your lower extremities, call or email us to request an appointment.

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