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What Lifestyle Steps Help PAD?

Do you experience frequent leg pain and cramping and have trouble walking? If so, you may be one of the millions who have peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Find out what lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your symptoms.

Nov 1st, 2023

What Is the Main Source of Varicocele?

If you have pain or discomfort in your scrotum, you may have varicocele. Find out what this common condition is and what causes it. 

Oct 11th, 2023

How to Make the Most of Your Uterine Fibroid Embolization Recovery

You’re experiencing painful uterine fibroids, but uterine fibroid embolization — a minimally invasive procedure — can help relieve your symptoms. Here’s what you need to know about the procedure and your recovery.

Jul 12th, 2023

Recognizing the Signs of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)

Are you experiencing leg pain or cramping? Don’t dismiss these symptoms. You could have peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Learn more about recognizing common PAD signs and symptoms here.

Jun 21st, 2023

Everything You Need to Know About Prostate Artery Embolization

If you’re living with symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), you might be wondering if there’s an alternative to medication or surgery. Prostate artery embolization could be the solution you’re seeking. Here’s what you need to know.

May 30th, 2023

Outpatient CLI Revascularization in the United States

The Benefit of Office Interventional Suites to the Complex and At-Risk CLI Patient...

Jul 21st, 2016

If You Are Diabetic, Proper Foot Care Is Essential For A Healthy Life

The Society for Vascular Surgery, the American Podiatric Medical Association and the Society for Vascular Medicine collaboratively have published their first-ever set of clinical practice guidelines for treating the diabetic foot...

Apr 27th, 2016

Thomas' Story: Peripheral Artery Disease

Thomas is a retired Registered Nurse who enjoys living an active lifestyle. He plays 18 holes of golf regularly, is an avid fisherman, loves to travel, enjoys taking his dog for long walks,...

Apr 4th, 2016

Providing New Hope to Patients with Colon Cancer that Has Spread to the Liver

If you or a loved one has colorectal cancer that has spread (metastasized) to the liver, it is important to learn the facts and evaluate treatment options.  A diagnosis of colorectal liver metastases can be overwhelming, but there is hope...

Mar 23rd, 2016

Are You at Risk for Peripheral Artery Disease? Is It Preventable?

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a disease in which plaque, the accumulation of fat and cholesterol, builds up in the arteries that carry blood to your head, organs, and limbs. This build of plaque is a condition called atherosclerosis...

Mar 3rd, 2016

Gabriel's Story: Endovenous Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins

39 year old Gabriel Quiroga is an air conditioner contractor. Part of his everyday routine is going house- to -house or business- to -business, where he climbs up ladders get up to roofs, into attics, and other hard to reach areas...

Feb 24th, 2016

Today is National Wear Red Day: What women need to know about heart disease and stroke

February 5 is the day that the American Heart Association asks everyone to wear red in order to raise awareness for heart disease in women.  Created in 2004, Go RED day was designed to promote healthier lives for women of all ages...

Feb 5th, 2016

Joe's Story: Critical Limb Ischemia

Joe Langer no longer takes walking for granted. “One day I was fine, the next my toes turned purple and I was in horrific pain...

Jan 22nd, 2016

What is Carotid Artery Disease? Are You at Risk?

Carotid artery disease (CAD) occurs when the major arteries in your neck become narrowed or blocked. These arteries, called the carotid arteries, supply your brain with blood...

Jan 7th, 2016

Can Diet Improve Your Blood Circulation?

A healthy circulatory system is responsible for the steady flow of blood, oxygen, nutrients, and disease-fighting immune cells throughout your body...

Dec 22nd, 2015

Extensive Holiday Travel Can Put You at Risk for Deep Vein Thrombosis

The holiday season is upon us and during the holidays many of us plan long distance trips to visit family and friends either by car or by plane that may require many hours of sitting...

Dec 14th, 2015

Does Crossing Your Legs Cause Varicose Veins?

Contrary to an old wives tale: a study in the journal Blood Pressure Monitoring determined that crossing your legs while sitting has no or little impact on whether you’ll develop varicose veins...

Nov 16th, 2015

“Movember”, No-Shave November - Raises Awareness for Men's Health Issues

November is Men’s Health Awareness Month also known as Movember. Movember is a campaign in which men can participate by growing a mustache or facial hair to arouse conversation and raise awareness of men’s health issues...

Nov 4th, 2015

Studies Show That Drinking 2 Cups of Beetroot Juice Daily Can Lower Your Risk...

Did you know that beetroot juice is loaded with multiple essential vitamins and minerals and is one of the healthiest super-foods out there?...

Oct 15th, 2015

South Florida Vascular Associates Now Offers Minimally Invasive Treatment...

South Florida Vascular Associates and Dr. Curtis Anderson are pleased to announce the availability of SIR-Spheres® microspheres to treat patients with metastatic liver cancer...

Oct 6th, 2015

September is Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month: Know the Facts

Do you know that peripheral artery disease (PAD) is one of the most widespread chronic diseases and it currently afflicts almost 20 million U.S. citizens?...

Sep 11th, 2015

SFVA Now Performs Minimally Invasive Balloon Kyphoplasty...

If you have osteoporosis or have a history of metastatic cancer in the bones and you suddenly develop back pain or your back pain worsens, you could be experiencing a spinal fracture and should seek medical attention immediately...

Sep 9th, 2015

David's Story: Varicoceles in Young Men

In June of 2014, 19 year old David began feeling discomfort and heaviness in his left testicle. He had no idea what was causing the discomfort and thought that resting and icing it would help but there was no relief...

Aug 10th, 2015

New Study Shows Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm is Safe...

Nearly 40,000 Americans undergo elective surgery per year to repair an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) with the goal of preventing a life-threatening rupture...

Aug 4th, 2015

Do you Suffer from Unsightly, Painful and Embarrassing Varicose Veins?

People who live in warm climates such as South Florida, often enjoy wearing bathing suits, shorts and skirts, but if you are a person who suffers from unsightly varicose veins, revealing your legs can be embarrassing...

Jul 7th, 2015

Gentlemen: Are You Having Difficulty with Infertility or Experiencing Pain in Your Scrotum?

If you and your partner have been trying to conceive a baby and are having difficulty, you could be suffering from varicoceles. Varicoceles are enlarged varicose veins that occur in the scrotum...

Jun 25th, 2015

Do You Know That Drinking Coffee Can Reduce the Risk of Clogged Arteries?

If you love your cup or cups of java, you will be happy to learn about the results of a recent study...

Jun 11th, 2015

Congratulations to Dr. William Julien...

Dr. William Julien has been elected as President of the Outpatient Endovascular and Interventional Society (OEIS)...

Jun 8th, 2015

Uterine Fibroids; What You Need to Know -Women's Health Awareness

Earlier this month we honored National Women’s Health Week, an observance led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health...

May 21st, 2015

May is Stroke Awareness Month

Did you know that every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a stroke? Each year, almost 800,000 strokes occur in the United States, often leading to serious, life-changing complications...

May 12th, 2015

Who Are Interventional Radiologists?

Many of you may not be familiar with Interventional Radiology (IR) or who an Interventional Radiologist is so we would like to take this time to explain more about this amazing specialty that offers alternatives to traditional open surgery...

Apr 29th, 2015

SFVA Offers Outpatient, Minimally Invasive, Chemoembolization for Malignant Tumors of the Liver

Cancer of the liver is on the rise in the U.S. and is becoming more common due to such factors as Hepatitis C and another condition called non-alcohol fatty liver disease...

Apr 15th, 2015

Gary's Story: Varicoceles

The urologist diagnosed Gary with a varicocele, a relatively common condition that affects approximately 10 percent of young men usually during the second or third decade of life...

Mar 16th, 2015

Do You Have Fibroids and Plan to Have a Hysterectomy? Here’s What you Need to Know

Many women diagnosed with fibroids are often told by their doctors that the best treatment is a hysterectomy however, if you suffer from fibroids, a hysterectomy isn't the only option; in fact a hysterectomy should perhaps be your last option...

Mar 10th, 2015

Are you Experiencing Leg Cramps or Cold Feet? Are you a Heavy Smoker?

Vascular disease is among the leading causes of death in the United States, yet often, there are no symptoms until a major health event occurs such as a stroke or a deadly aneurysm...

Feb 25th, 2015

Did You Know That Eating Your Favorite Spicy Red Italian Sauce Can Reduce Cardio-Vascular Disease?

Puttanesca  a spicy, sharp and quite flavorful Italian sauce is very good for your health. Its ingredients include olive oil, tomato sauce, onions, garlic, hot chile peppers, capers, anchovies and olives...

Dec 5th, 2014

SFVA Physicians Participate In Education Series on Advanced Endovascular Procedures...

South Florida Vascular Associates physicians William Julien, MD and Curtis Anderson, MD in collaboration with the Academy for Continued Healthcare Learning (ACHL)...

Nov 24th, 2014

November is Men’s Health Awareness Month: Get Educated, Stay Healthy and Spread the Word

How many of you men avoid going to the doctor? How many of you ignore symptoms and say, “Oh, it’s nothing, I’ll be fine”...

Nov 9th, 2014

Do You Have Varicose Veins?...

When treating varicose veins, laser therapy remains the best option, a new study says. Laser is preferred over surgery or foam due to higher success rates with the least amount of complications...

Nov 3rd, 2014

SFVA Physicians Educate JFK Hospital Podiatry Residents on PAD

Endovascular Surgeons, Dr. William Julien and Dr. Curtis Anderson invited Palm Beach Podiatrists and 6 Resident from JFK Hospital to learn more about peripheral artery disease (PAD) as it appears in Podiatric patients...

Oct 31st, 2014

Could Dark Chocolate Help Ease Poor Leg Circulation?

In a recent article in HealthDay News it was reported that the antioxidants contained in dark chocolate might help people suffering from reduced blood flow to their legs, according to researchers from an Italian report...

Jul 8th, 2014

An Open Sore on your Foot that Won’t Heal Can Be a Sign of a Serious Condition

If you have an open sore on your foot that isn’t healing, you should seek medical attention immediately for diagnosis and treatment...

Apr 29th, 2014

New Non-Surgical Procedure for Removal of Uterine Fibroids Offered...

Uterine fibroids are tumors or growths made of smooth muscle cells and other tissue that arise within the wall of the uterus or womb. They are the most common non-cancerous tumors in women of childbearing age...

Mar 28th, 2014

March is National Deep Vein Thrombosis Awareness Month: What You Need To Know

DVT occurs when a blood clot forms within one of the large veins, usually in the lower leg or thigh.  The clot can then break off and travel through the bloodstream to the lungs and block blood flow...

Mar 13th, 2014

Vascular Disease is #3 Killer of Women and it is Preventable

February is American Heart Month, here are some important facts about heart and vascular disease in women...

Feb 19th, 2014

Hysterectomy or Uterine Artery Embolization?

One-third of American women experience some type of pelvic health disorder by the time they're 60. And about 600,000 women every year have a hysterectomy, a surgical procedure to remove the uterus and its troubling symptoms...

Jan 27th, 2014

Minimally Invasive Treatments for Varicose and Spider Veins

Vein disease is said to affect nearly 50 percent of men and women in the United States. That means almost half the American population is suffering with some sort of venous condition...

Dec 5th, 2013

Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Make a Big Difference When it Comes to Preventing Blocked Arteries

Blocked arteries, also known as atherosclerosis, can have serious effects on the entire body, but fortunately, if you pay close attention to risk factors, dietary factors and exercise, you can potentially prevent this from happening...

Dec 2nd, 2013

SFVA Is Awarded AvMed’s Medicare High Performance Network for 2014

AvMed Medicare Members Benefit by Lower or No Co-payment for Medical Services...

Nov 22nd, 2013

Diabetics Who Suffer from Peripheral Artery Disease Can Be at Risk of Heart Attack...

In peripheral arterial disease (PAD), the blood vessels in the legs are narrowed by fatty deposits, a condition known as atherosclerosis. PAD is a risk factor for heart attacks because the atherosclerosis most likely also occurs in the coronary arteries...

Nov 13th, 2013

Peripheral Artery Disease: Screening and Early Treatment Can Save your Legs and your Life

Do you experience frequent leg cramps, leg pain when walking and slow-to-heal sores on your feet? Do you know these symptoms can also be symptoms of a serious disease?...

Oct 31st, 2013

Walking Relieves Leg Pain Caused by Peripheral Artery Disease

We know how important walking can be for overall health. A new study now shows it can also help reduce leg pain in patients with Peripheral Artery Disease...

Aug 29th, 2013

Peripheral Artery Disease: A Global Crisis

The number of people with Peripheral Artery Disease worldwide has skyrocketed. In 2000, there were 164 million cases reported and in 2010 the number jumped to 202 million...

Aug 12th, 2013

Vascular Disease linked to Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s – Diet and Exercise Key

Eating healthy foods like lean proteins and vegetables and exercising regularly have always been the remedy for losing weight or reducing the risk of heart disease and some types of cancer...

Jul 26th, 2013

If You Have Plans to Travel this Summer Be Sure to Keep Your Legs Moving

If you are traveling this summer, you might want to make sure you work in some leg stretches along the way...

Jul 2nd, 2013

Diabetics and Superbug Risks

If there’s anything Americans can agree on, it’s that diabetes is a disease you should not take lightly. Lifestyle changes, like exercising and eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, can help to prevent and reduce the symptoms of diabetes...

Jun 6th, 2013

Show Off Legs With Confidence – Attacking Varicose Veins

South Florida is known for its year-long balmy temperatures. Because of the heat, shorts, skirts and dresses are fashion staples – a way for men and women to show off their sexy legs...

May 29th, 2013

Preventing Peripheral Artery Disease

America’s population is aging and is contributing to the increasing health care costs in the country. One of the most prevalent conditions affecting America’s older population is Peripheral Artery Disease or PAD...

May 29th, 2013

10 years after NBC Journalist David Bloom's death, greater awareness of DVT

Ten years ago while covering the war in Iraq, NBC journalist David Bloom was struck and killed, not by a stray bullet or roadside bomb, but by a clot that traveled to his lungs and blocked blood flow...

Mar 21st, 2013

March is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month

According to the Vascular Disease Foundation, blood clots affect over 600,000 Americans each year and cause more deaths each year than the more well-publicized conditions of breast cancer, AIDS, and motor vehicle accidents...

Mar 4th, 2013

Do You Have Wounds on Your Feet that Won’t Heal? Seek Medical Attention Immediately

If you have wounds on your feet that won't heal, you may have critical limb ischemia which can lead to the loss of a limb...

Jan 12th, 2013

South Florida Vascular Associates Opens New Location In Plantation, Florida

Patients Residing in South Broward County Who Suffer from Vascular Diseases Can Now be Treated at our Newest Center of Excellence for Minimally Invasive Endovascular Care...

Dec 11th, 2012

Joe's Story: Critical Limb Ischemia

Joe Langer no longer takes walking for granted. “One day I was fine, the next my toes turned purple and I was in horrific pain...

Dec 11th, 2012

Women with Diabetes Have Increased Risk for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Women with diabetes have an increased risk of developing peripheral artery disease, a thickening of the inside walls in the arteries of your legs...

Nov 26th, 2012

FDA expands use of Xarelto to treat, reduce recurrence of blood clots (DVT)

November 2, 1012- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today expanded the approved use of Xarelto (rivaroxaban)...

Nov 26th, 2012

November is Diabetes Awareness Month...

According to the American Heart Association (AHA), diabetes affects nearly 24 million Americans (7.8 percent of the population)...

Nov 5th, 2012

South Florida Vascular Associates Announces Its First In-Office Surgical Placement...

Drs. Warren Swee and William Julien, board certified and fellowship trained interventional radiologists, are pleased to announce that they recently implanted their first iDev Flexible Supera Stent in their office - based catherization lab...

Oct 23rd, 2012

Alberto's Story: Varicoceles

It is estimated that 15-percent of men between the ages of 25-40, at some point in their lives will suffer from varicocele...

Oct 5th, 2012

Frank's Story: Peripheral Artery Disease

Clogged leg arteries, or peripheral arterial disease (PAD) affects up to 20% of Americans 65 or older...

Sep 19th, 2012

Are You At Risk For Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) ?

According to the Society of Interventional Radiologists, peripheral arterial disease (PAD) affects an estimated 8 to 10 million people in the United States...

Sep 5th, 2012

Minimally Invasive Procedure Saves Limbs and Lives...

Peripheral Artery Disease(PAD) is the hardening or narrowing of the arteries in the leg caused by fatty deposits or calcium which accumulate in the blood vessels of the buttocks, legs, and feet blocking normal blood flow...

Sep 5th, 2012

Could Leg Pain Be a Sign Of Something Serious?

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) often goes undetected. But being aware of the warning signs can help you spot PAD early on and get prompt treatment to protect your health...

Aug 30th, 2012

Margate Man Survives a Two and Half Long (DVT)Blood Clot

ow is that even possible? Luck and the miracle of modern medicine! 59 year old Gerald Cunha felt pain in his leg and had a bit of swelling...

Aug 21st, 2012

Varicocele Embolization Repair for Infertility

Varicoceles are fairly common, affecting 15% of men overall and 40% of men with known infertility issues...

Aug 13th, 2012

Do You Know That Tangerines May Protect the Body From Coronary Artery Disease?

A flavonoid (a type of antioxidant) in this citrus fruit may protect the body against the triad of diseases known as metabolic syndrome — coronary artery disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes — according to research from the University of Western Ontario...

May 12th, 2012

Yankees' Rivera Says Blood Clot Caused More Complications

According to the New York Yankees Blog written by Mike Fitzpatrick, AP, Mariano Rivera has a blood clot in his right calf...

May 11th, 2012

Witnessing someone experiencing a stroke can be very frightening...

If you have the unfortunate experience of witnessing someone having a stroke, act quickly! The sooner a person suffering a stroke gets to the emergency room, the better...

May 8th, 2012

May is Stroke Awareness Month: Know The Facts It Can Happen to You

Stroke is an emergency and a brain attack, cutting off vital blood flow and oxygen to the brain...

May 3rd, 2012

Gerry's Story: Deep Vein Thrombosis

State-of-the-Art Technology and Quick Intervention Saves Limbs and Lives...

Apr 23rd, 2012

U.S Adds More on Blood Clot Risk to Some Birth Control Pills

In a recent article published by Reuters, US regulators are adding information to the labels on a popular class of birth control pills that includes Bayer AG's, Yaz, and Yasmin to show that they may raise the risk of blood clots...

Apr 12th, 2012

Cancer Patients at Higher Risk of Developing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

It is well known within the medical community that cancer patients have an increased risk of developing deep-vein thrombosis -- blood clots that develop in deep veins in the lower extremities...

Mar 22nd, 2012

Travel & Deep Vein Thrombisis (DVT)

While there is no direct link between travel and deep vein thrombosis, sitting for long periods of time could put you at higher risk especially if you have additional risk factors such as cancer, congested heart failure, are over the age of 40...

Mar 22nd, 2012

Why is March Deep Vein Thrombosis Month?

March is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month. It's no coincidence, according to The Vascular Disease Foundation, that the month selected to raise awareness about this potentially fatal disease is the only month named with an action verb...

Mar 6th, 2012

South Florida Vascular Associates Opens New Location in Boynton Beach, florida

Dr. William Julien and South Florida Vascular Associates are proud to announce the opening of a new location in Palm Beach County. Our new office is located at 10151 Enterprise Center Blvd. Suite 204, Boynton Beach, FL...

Mar 6th, 2012

If you have pain and severe swelling in your leg, you might have Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep Vein Thrombosis is the development of a blood clot (thrombus) in the deep veins of the legs, pelvis, or arms. Clots can form in superficial veins and in deep veins...

Jan 27th, 2012

Coronary Artery Disease #1 Killer of Women: Learn How to be Proactive

According to the NIH(National Institutes of Health) although many people think of heart disease as a man's problem, women can and do get heart disease. In fact, heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States...

Jan 27th, 2012

Dr. Julien and CSI Host National Training Course On Critical Limb Ischemia Treatment

On January 15, 2012, 6 cardiovascular interventional radiologists from across the United States joined Dr. William Julien, medical director of South Florida Vascular Associates for a specialized national training course in learning new techniques...

Jan 23rd, 2012

Ground-Breaking South Florida Interventional Radiologist Achieves Excellent Patient Outcomes...

Coconut Creek, Fl- South Florida Vascular Associates Medical Director William Julien, M.D., is one of only a few interventional radiologists in the nation to have an office-based clinical practice...

Dec 8th, 2011

Newer Iliac Artery Stents Prove To Be Safe, Effective & Life Prolonging

South Florida Interventional Radiologist Says Nearly 100% of Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Can Now Be Successfully Treated...

Dec 8th, 2011

Prevent Episodes of Deep Vein Thrombosis; Keep Moving, Especially When Travelling

One of the worst things you can do if you've had deep vein thrombosis is stay still for long periods of time. Simple exercises may help you to prevent another episode of DVT...

Nov 29th, 2011

Non-invasive Treatment For Varicose Veins Offers Immediate Relief

COCONUT CREEK, FL (November 16, 2011) - 39 year old Gabriel Quiroga is an air conditioner contractor. Each day he drives from house- to -house or business- to -business, pulls out his ladder and climbs up on top of roofs, into attics,...

Nov 16th, 2011

High Tech Treatment Helps To Effectively Eliminate Plaque Build-up From Atherosclerosis

If you suffer from atherosclerosis, our endovascular surgeons offer a very safe and effective procedure called an atherectomy to eliminate the build-up of plaque in your arteries...

Oct 31st, 2011

Do you Suffer from Varicose Veins?

Venous insufficiency involves one or more veins. Valves in the veins usually push the flow of blood toward the heart. When these valves are damaged, the blood leaks and pools in the legs and feet...

Oct 18th, 2011

South Florida Vascular Associates Welcomes Warren Swee , MD, MPH...

Dr. Swee’s Specialized Endovascular Surgical Skills Enhances Treatment Options for Patients Suffering from Complex Vascular Diseases...

Oct 12th, 2011

Varicoceles Can be Treated with a Minimally Invasive, Painless Procedure

Varicoceles are a tangled network of blood vessels or swelling of the veins on the testicles. It is similar to varicose veins in the legs, but in this condition a vein called a gonadal vein has weak defective valves resulting...

Oct 4th, 2011

Standard Risk Carotid Artery Surgical Patients Now Have Option for Minimally Invasive Procedure

In May 2011, The Food and Drug Administration approved carotid artery stenting for use in standard risk patients. Previously, only patients at high risk for surgery were approved for the procedure...

Sep 21st, 2011

FDA Approves Carotid Artery Stenting for Standard Risk Patients

South Florida Interventional Radiologist One of First in the Region to Perform Procedure...

Sep 21st, 2011

Carotid Artery Stenting

Local Surgeon Implants New Minimally Invasive Carotid Stent Device and Saves One Man's Life

Sep 15th, 2011

Arteriosclerosis

I always talk about modern technology and the miracles performed daily. I recently received a story telling about a miracle and a light at the end of the tunnel...

Sep 15th, 2011

Uterine Fibroid Embolization

Non-invasive Treatment Helps New Mom In Trouble. Doctor Uses Rare Procedure to stop Bleeding, Save Uterus...

Sep 15th, 2011