Vascular Surgery

MATTHEW LAWRENCE, DO, FACS, FACOS

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Dr. Matthew Lawrence, DO, FACS, FACOS, brings extensive experience in minimally invasive endovascular surgical procedures and is highly skilled in both vascular and general surgery. He is also an expert in performing the TCAR (TransCarotid Artery Revascularization) procedure, a less invasive method for treating carotid artery disease and reducing the risk of stroke.

Dr. Lawrence treats a wide range of vascular conditions, including infections, trauma, vasculitis, varicose veins, and aortic dissection. His expertise also covers arterial conditions such as mesenteric ischemia, visceral artery aneurysms, atherosclerosis, carotid artery disease, arm artery disease, and peripheral aneurysms.

Additionally, he specializes in managing leg pain and cramping caused by peripheral artery disease, venous insufficiency, and other lower extremity arterial diseases. Dr. Lawrence addresses non-healing leg wounds, renal artery stenosis, hemodialysis access, carotid stenosis, aortic aneurysms, deep vein thrombosis, and lymphedema, which involves swelling in the arms or legs due to lymph node removal or damage.

Dr. Lawrence is an active member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, the American Osteopathic Association, and the Society of Vascular Surgeons.

Andrew E. Galego, APN

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• Aortic Aneurysm (A weakened, bulging area in the wall of the aorta that can rupture if left untreated, leading to life-threatening internal bleeding.)
• Aortic Dissection (A tear in the inner layer of the aorta's wall, causing blood to flow between layers, which can lead to rupture or organ damage.)
• Arteriosclerosis/Atherosclerosis (Arteriosclerosis: Hardening and thickening of artery walls, reducing flexibility. Atherosclerosis: A type of arteriosclerosis where fatty deposits (plaque) build up inside arteries, narrowing them and reducing blood flow.)
• Arteriovenous Fistula (An abnormal connection between an artery and a vein that bypasses the capillary system, often created surgically for hemodialysis patients.)
• Arteriovenous Malformation (A tangle of abnormal blood vessels connecting arteries and veins, which can disrupt normal blood flow and oxygen circulation.)
• Blood Clots (Clumps of blood that have formed a gel-like mass, potentially blocking blood flow in veins or arteries, leading to conditions such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism.)
• Carotid Artery Disease (Narrowing of the carotid arteries due to plaque buildup, increasing the risk of stroke by reducing blood flow to the brain.)
• Chronic Lower Extremity Wounds (Persistent sores or wounds on the legs that fail to heal, often associated with poor blood flow or underlying conditions like diabetes.)
• Chronic Renal Failure (A long-term condition where the kidneys gradually lose function, leading to a buildup of waste in the body and the need for dialysis or a kidney transplant.)
• Critical Limb Ischemia (A severe blockage in the arteries of the legs or feet that significantly reduces blood flow, causing pain, ulcers, or tissue death.)
• Deep Vein Occlusions (Blockages in the deep veins, typically caused by blood clots, which can obstruct normal blood flow and cause swelling or pain.)
• Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) (The formation of a blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the legs, which can cause pain, swelling, and life-threatening complications if the clot travels to the lungs (pulmonary embolism).
• Diabetic Extremity Ulceration (Non-healing sores or ulcers on the feet or legs, commonly seen in patients with diabetes due to poor circulation and nerve damage.)
• Lymphedema (Swelling in the arms or legs caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system, preventing proper drainage of lymph fluid.)
• Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) (A condition where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, often causing leg pain, cramping, and non-healing sores.)
• Popliteal Artery Aneurysm (An aneurysm in the popliteal artery, located behind the knee, which can lead to blood clots, pain, or leg swelling, and may require surgical intervention.)
• Renal Artery Stenosis (Narrowing of the arteries that supply blood to the kidneys, which can lead to high blood pressure and kidney damage.)
• Subclavian Artery Stenosis (Narrowing of the subclavian artery, which supplies blood to the arms and brain, leading to symptoms such as arm pain, dizziness, or stroke.)
• Thrombophlebitis (Inflammation of a vein due to a blood clot, causing pain, swelling, and redness, usually in the legs.)
• Varicocele (Enlarged veins in the scrotum, similar to varicose veins, which can cause pain and infertility in men.)
• Varicose Veins (Enlarged, twisted veins, often in the legs, that can cause discomfort, swelling, and a heavy sensation, typically due to weakened valves in the veins.)
• Vascular Infections and Complications (Infections in blood vessels or vascular grafts, which can lead to serious complications like abscesses, sepsis, or arterial damage.)

• Aortic Aneurysm Repair (Surgical repair of a weakened area in the aorta)
• Arteriovenous Fistula Surgery (Surgical creation of a connection between an artery and a vein, typically for patients undergoing hemodialysis, to provide reliable vascular access.)
• Arteriovenous Malformation Surgery (Surgical removal or repair of an abnormal connection between arteries and veins to prevent complications like bleeding or stroke.)
• Carotid Angioplasty and Stenting (Minimally invasive procedure to widen a narrowed carotid artery using a balloon (angioplasty) and a stent to improve blood flow to the brain and prevent strokes.)
• Carotid Artery Stenting (Placement of a stent in the carotid artery to prevent narrowing, improving blood flow and reducing the risk of stroke.)
• Carotid Endarterectomy (Surgical removal of plaque buildup inside the carotid artery to reduce the risk of stroke.)
• Digit & Extremity Amputations (Surgical removal of a finger, toe, or limb due to severe infection, non-healing wounds, or lack of blood supply.)
• Endovascular Reconstruction (Minimally invasive techniques to repair or reconstruct blood vessels, often using stents or grafts to restore blood flow.)
• Extremity Bypass Surgery (A procedure to reroute blood around blocked arteries in the legs or arms to restore blood flow and prevent amputation.)
• Hemodialysis Access (Creation of a vascular access point (fistula or graft) for patients requiring long-term dialysis treatments).
• Lower Extremity Angioplasty & Stenting (Procedure to widen narrowed arteries in the legs using a balloon (angioplasty) and placing a stent to restore proper blood flow.)
• Mesenteric Artery Bypass (Surgical procedure to reroute blood flow around blocked mesenteric arteries, improving blood supply to the intestines.)
• Non-Healing Leg Wounds (Specialized treatment for chronic leg wounds that fail to heal, often caused by poor circulation or venous insufficiency.)
• Radiofrequency Ablation (A minimally invasive procedure that uses heat generated by radiofrequency energy to close off varicose veins and improve blood circulation.)
• Renal Artery Angioplasty (A procedure to widen narrowed renal arteries using a balloon to improve blood flow to the kidneys.)
• Renal Artery Bypass (Surgical rerouting of blood flow around a blocked renal artery to restore normal blood supply to the kidneys.)
• Renal Artery Endarterectomy (Surgical removal of plaque buildup in the renal arteries to restore blood flow and prevent kidney damage.)
• Stenting to Repair Aneurysms (Placement of a stent within a blood vessel to reinforce the wall and prevent rupture of an aneurysm.)
• Temporal Artery Biopsy (A procedure to remove a small section of the temporal artery to diagnose conditions such as temporal arteritis.)
• Thrombectomy (Surgical removal of a blood clot from a blood vessel to restore normal blood flow and prevent tissue damage.)
• Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) (A minimally invasive procedure to treat carotid artery disease, combining direct access to the artery with stenting to reduce stroke risk.)
• Vascular Stenting (Placement of a stent in a blood vessel to keep it open and improve blood flow, typically in cases of vessel narrowing.)
• Vein Removal (Surgical removal of varicose veins to relieve symptoms such as pain, swelling, and poor circulation.)