smoking and peripheral arterial disease

Is there a link between smoking and Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)?

What is PAD? Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) develops when excessive plaque accumulates in the arteries. As a result, blood flow is restricted, especially in the lower extremities such as the legs, feet, and ankles. Patients afflicted with PAD will typically receive arterial treatments or peripheral arterial treatment to help restore their weakened arteries and are encouraged by their physicians to practice healthy habits at home to combat the painful and potentially life-threatening symptoms associated with

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Doctor uses the cutera excel v laser to treat vascular disease in patient's leg.

Everything You Need to Know About Cutera Excel V Laser System

Millions of people are afflicted with vascular skin conditions, such as spider veins, reticular veins, rosacea, and telangiectasia. These conditions result in broken blood vessels, lesions, and discoloration. The Excel V laser system is a new and effective non-invasive approach to treating these vascular skin conditions with the safety and comfort of the patient in mind. Individuals affected by these dermatological conditions usually report self-consciousness and reduced confidence, which affects the quality of their lives

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Dr. Jalil Kalantari, M.D., MSc

Meet the Newest Member of our Team: Dr. Jalil Kalantari, M.D., MSc

Pedes Orange County is pleased to announce the incorporation of a new staff member into our multidisciplinary team of medical professionals to accommodate the growth of our thriving practice. Jalil Kalantari, M.D., MSc, is a vascular and embolization specialist who utilizes his expertise to focus on endovascular procedures. For his undergraduate education, Dr. Kalantari attended the University of Western Ontario, London, Canada. Upon completion in 2008, he graduated with Dean’s List honors. He earned his

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gae long term relief

How GAE can Provide Long-Term Relief for the “Wear and Tear” Disease

Everyone experiences occasional muscle tenderness or joint pain. Sometimes it can be from stress, fatigue, or even dehydration. Most of the time, slight muscle aches are nothing to be too worried about. However, symptoms as common as these can, occasionally, warrant some cause for concern. Osteoarthritis, also known as the “wear and tear” disease, is the most common form of arthritis. Osteoarthritis of the knee affects millions of people worldwide. Osteoarthritis occurs when cartilage begins

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What you Need to Know about PAE

What You Need to Know About Prostatic Artery Embolization (PAE)?

As people age, certain health problems are almost inevitable. Hearing loss, achy joints, and even cognitive decline soon become a part of life. Another condition that may come with age-related health concerns is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Also called BPH, it affects more than 3 million men in America every year who look to physicians for treatments like prostatic artery embolization. The prostate gland is located just beneath the bladder. Serving as a transportation system for

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receptionist

Communication

Please feel free to call us at any time. Our nurses and doctors are always available and eager to answer any questions you may have. We also place a high priority on communicating with other physicians in your care network. We are committed to working closely with your referring doctor and other specialists you see so that everyone is on the same page.

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continuation of care

Education

Our goal is to teach you everything you need to know about your vascular disease and how we plan to safely and effectively get you back on your feet. We make sure we spend enough time with you in the office walking through our recommended steps for treatment so that you feel comfortable and ready to take the next steps. We have also provided extensive information here on Pedes Orange County’s website so that you

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