Shark Attacks Are Rare. PAD Takes Limbs Every Day.
25 unprovoked shark attacks occurred in the U.S. in 2025; vascular surgeons call attention to a disease that contributes to approximately 400 limbs lost every day.
How to prevent swollen feet and ankles: What actually works, according to orthopedic experts
Several experts also recommend compression socks. "They apply pressure to the legs, helping improve blood flow, reduce swelling and prevent blood clots," explains Dr. Daniel Torrent, a vascular
Tips for Traveling With ANCA-Associated Vasculitis
Preparing to travel when you have anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic autoantibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis (AAV) requires considering many factors, such as your mode of travel, the destination, the trip
The seemingly harmless shower habit that could hurt your heart
The occasional blistering hot shower is likely harmless, but experts have warned consistently turning up the heat may raise the risk of heart disease, cardiac arrest and stroke.
Q&A: Research needed to tackle post-hospital discharge DVT care “deficit”
More than 900,000 Americans are affected by venous thromboembolism (VTE) annually. Of those, 60–100,000 will die from complications of VTE, with a third of deaths directly related to recent
A Viral TikTok Hack Promises Better Sleep During Flights. Here’s Why You Absolutely Shouldn’t Try It—And What to Do Instead
“Prolonged air travel already increases the risk of blood clots due to extended sitting, restricted movement, dehydration and cabin-pressure changes,” says Mounir Haurani, MD, chief of the division of
What is it Like Being a Vascular Surgeon
Unboxing Careers Podcast featuring Lily Johnston, MD, MPH, a board-certified in Vascular and General Surgery, specializing in operating on blood vessels in the neck and body.
The Strategic Role of Vascular Surgery in Improving Patient Outcomes and Strengthening Health System Performance
In this episode, Dr. William Shutze, a vascular surgeon at Texas Vascular Associates and former Executive Board Member of the Society for Vascular Surgery, and Dr. Robert Molnar, a vascular surgeon
The ROI Hidden in Plain Sight: What Health Executives Need to Know About Vascular Surgery
Vascular surgery is the only specialty trained to treat the full spectrum of vascular diseases and is essential for health systems to support safety and efficiency, generate revenue, and deliver both
Getting vascular surgeons more involved leads to key improvements for PAD patients
Vascular surgeons play a critical role in the treatment of peripheral artery disease (PAD) and critical limb ischemia (CLI), conditions that cost many patients their feet or legs due to avoidable
6 eating habits that protect strength into your 80s
Menopause is a cardiometabolic inflection point, not just a reproductive milestone,” says Lily Johnston, MD, MPH, FSVS, a vascular surgeon at Scripps Clinic.
Why Vascular Surgery Matters Now More Than Ever
Vascular disease is becoming more common and complex, meaning now is the time to consider joining the specialty. Early exposure matters. The sooner you step into vascular surgery, the sooner you help
From glucose to vascular health: the future of diabetes care
Historically, diabetes management focused on blood glucose control and preventing severe complications such as neuropathy and amputation. Over the past two decades, this limited view has proven
The Rural Health Transformation Program could fail patients like mine
Despite limited resources that can prevent access to the most advanced technology, these hospitals serve as a critical entry point for patients with emergency conditions who are far from large
The vascular surgeon shortage: Why amputations are rising
This shortage isn’t hypothetical; it is happening now. The average job opening for a vascular surgeon takes over 200 days to fill. The predicted current need is almost 8,000 vascular surgeons