Vascular Surgery
Welcome to the Division of Vascular Surgery. Here you will find the latest up-to-date information about the Division of Vascular Surgery at Georgetown University Hospital. The staff of the Division of Vascular Surgery is a group of nationally and internationally recognized experts with a broad range of interests and experience in all forms of vascular problems, both surgical and non-surgical. We are an academic Vascular Surgical Practice whose mission is to provide superior care and the latest, most advanced techniques in the treatment of Vascular Diseases.
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Dr James Laredo
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery
Cause and Treatment for Varicose and Spider Veins
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| What are varicose veins and spider veins? |
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| What causes varicose veins? |
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| Why should I come to Georgetown University Hospital for my minor or major vein problems? |
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As a patient, you have the convenience of having
specialists from several disciplines all in one location. Whether it is
inpatient or outpatient services, advanced preventative
care or participating in clinical trials, Georgetown's Vascular Diseases Program offers it all. We are experts in diagnosing and treating:
- aortic aneurysms
- stroke prevention
- carotid arterial disease
- lower extremity arterial insufficiency
- renovascular hypertension
- venous disease
- thoracic outlet syndrome
- vascular malformations
The Vascular Team at Georgetown University Hospital
Richard F. Neville, MD, FACS
Associate Professor of Surgery
Chief of the Division of Vascular Surgery
Director of the Non Invasive Vascular Laboratory
David H. Deaton, MD, FACS
Associate Professor of Surgery
Chief of Endovascular Surgery
James Laredo, MD, PhD, RVT
Assistant Professor of Surgery
Director of the Reston Satellite Office
Director of the Georgetown Vein Center in Reston
Joseph C. Babrowicz, MD, FACS
Assistant Professor of Surgery
Director of the Spring Valley Satellite Office
Byung Boong Lee, MD, PhD, FACS
Clinical Professor of Surgery
Angela Calvert, MSN, CRNP, CVN
Nurse Practitioner
Certified Vascular Nurse
Division of Vascular Surgery
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Dr. Richard Neville explains a lower extremity artery bypass procedure |
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WUSA 9 News
Interview: Dr. James Laredo talks about travel related deep vein thrombosis |
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ABC News 7
Are you at risk for an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm. |
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CBS News 7
New less invasive technology to detect and repair aneurysms. |
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WUSA 9 News
James Laredo, MD, PHD interview - Varicose Veins, venous insufficiency. |
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New device being used to treat PAD. |
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We're only a phone call away!
 For more information or to schedule an evaluation by one of our physicians, call our Physician Referral Service. This service is staffed by nurse counselors and can put you in touch with the doctor that best meets your personal and medical needs.
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Department of Surgery
Pasquerilla Healthcare Center
Fourth Floor
Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Road, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20007 |
General Info:
202-444-2255
Fax:
202-444-6498
Chief:
Richard F. Neville, M.D.. |
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