If you’re struggling with leg pain, cramping, or non-healing wounds, peripheral arterial disease (PAD) could be the root cause. At DOCS Interventional Medicine, Dr. Jonathan Steinberger and Dr. Gabriel Lipshutz specialize in minimally invasive treatments to restore blood flow, relieve symptoms, and prevent complications. We help you walk farther, heal faster, and live better.
Restore circulation, relieve pain, and stay healthy
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) occurs when plaque buildup narrows the arteries, restricting blood flow to the legs. At DOCS Interventional Medicine, Dr. Lipshutz and Dr. Steinberger offer minimally invasive, image-guided treatments to open blocked arteries, improve circulation, and relieve symptoms of peripheral arterial disease in Beverly Hills. Using advanced techniques such as angioplasty, stenting, atherectomy, and thrombolytic therapy, we restore blood flow and help you walk with ease and heal faster.
What does peripheral arterial disease treatment help with?
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a condition where narrowed or blocked arteries reduce blood flow to your legs and feet. It’s often caused by atherosclerosis, a buildup of plaque in the arteries that can lead to pain, cramping, numbness, or slow-healing wounds. Over time, PAD can also increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes, limb complications, and even limb loss. At DOCS Interventional Medicine, our PAD treatments can help with these symptoms:
- Aching, cramping, or heaviness in the legs
- Leg pain that worsens with walking and improves with rest
- Slow-healing wounds or ulcers on the feet and legs
- Cold or numb feet and toes
- Discoloration or shiny skin on the legs
- Weak pulses in the feet
- Burning or tingling sensations in the legs and feet
- Skin wounds that become infected or won’t heal
How does peripheral arterial disease treatment work?
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) treatment focuses on restoring blood flow to the legs by opening narrowed or blocked arteries. Dr. Lipshutz and Dr. Steinberger use minimally invasive, image-guided procedures to target the problem at its source—without open surgery. These treatments help relieve symptoms, promote healing, and reduce the risk of complications like infections or amputations. Below are the most effective methods we use to treat PAD.
Angioplasty
Angioplasty is a procedure that widens narrowed arteries using a small balloon. A thin tube (catheter) is guided into the affected artery, and once in place, the balloon is inflated to push plaque against the artery walls, creating more space for blood to flow. In many cases, angioplasty is combined with stenting to keep the artery open.
Stenting
A stent is a tiny, mesh-like metal tube placed inside a narrowed artery to keep it open after angioplasty. Once expanded, the stent remains in place, acting as a scaffold to prevent the artery from narrowing again. Stenting is especially useful for long-term improvement in blood flow and helps reduce the risk of recurring blockages.
Atherectomy
Atherectomy is a specialized procedure that removes plaque from artery walls using a catheter with a small blade or laser. Instead of just pushing the plaque aside (as in angioplasty), this method physically clears out the blockage, making it ideal for severe cases of peripheral arterial disease in Beverly Hills. By restoring natural blood flow, atherectomy helps relieve symptoms and prevents artery re-narrowing.
Thrombolytic therapy
Thrombolytic therapy is used when blood clots block arteries, cutting off circulation to the legs. This treatment involves delivering clot-dissolving medication into the blocked artery through a thin catheter. The medication works to break down and dissolve the clot over time. Thrombolytic therapy is especially effective for patients with acute blockages.
Advantages of peripheral arterial disease treatment:
- Minimally invasive with no need for open surgery
- Faster recovery time compared to traditional surgical procedures
- Immediate improvement in blood flow to the legs and feet
- Significant reduction in leg pain and cramping
- Enhanced ability to walk longer distances without discomfort
- Lower risk of complications like infections and ulcers
- Helps wounds and ulcers heal more effectively
- Reduces the risk of limb loss or amputation
- Performed using image-guided precision for targeted treatment
What is recovery like after PAD treatment in Beverly Hills?
Since the procedure is minimally invasive, you can expect faster healing than traditional surgery. Most patients go home the same day and resume light activities within a few days. You may experience mild soreness or bruising at the catheter site, but these effects fade quickly. Walking regularly helps improve circulation and speed up recovery. Dr. Steinberger and Dr. Lipshutz will guide you through aftercare to ensure lasting results and better mobility.
Schedule your consultation
DOCS Interventional Medicine is a leading center for advanced, minimally invasive treatments, offering expert care for peripheral arterial disease in Beverly Hills and other vascular conditions. With over a decade of experience at Cedars-Sinai, Dr. Lipshutz and Dr. Steinberger provide cutting-edge, image-guided procedures that restore blood flow, relieve pain, and improve quality of life. Our expertise sets us apart, but compassionate care makes the real difference. If you’re experiencing leg pain, cramping, or slow-healing wounds, schedule your consultation today.
