WHAT IS HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE?

Blood pressure is the force of blood against the walls of arteries, rising and falling throughout the day. When blood pressure stays elevated over time, it causes high blood pressure, or hypertension develops. This dangerous condition makes the heart work too hard, increasing the risk of heart disease, aneurysms, carotid artery and peripheral artery disease, and other illnesses that affect arteries and veins.

SPECIALISTS DEDICATED TO VASCULAR CARE

Crystal Run offers fellowship-trained vascular surgeons. We are leaders in treating diseases of the vascular system, arteries and veins using advanced medical therapies - and when needed - minimally invasive surgical therapies and surgical reconstruction. Each dedicated specialist also works personally with you to achieve long-term lifestyle changes that can help reduce high blood pressure and keep their vascular systems healthy. These actions include: smoking cessation; a healthy diet low in fat and sodium; regular exercise; and taking prescribed medications as directed.

THREE MEDICAL DISCIPLINES, ONE FOCUS

Of course, many people with vascular disease often have heart disease and/or kidney disease. So at Crystal Run, cardiologists, nephrologists and vascular specialists collaborate to diagnose or treat hypertension, coronary artery disease, kidney failure and a host of other cardiovascular conditions. This team approach allows each of our skilled physicians to draw upon their own individual expertise to provide comprehensive, state-of-the-art care for your complete cardiovascular system.

If you'd like to schedule a vascular surgery, cardiology, or nephrology consultation, please call us or fill out a request online today.