PAD — Treatments

Better blood flow, stronger walks

Board-certified vascular care for peripheral artery disease — minimally invasive whenever possible, with a clear plan to relieve symptoms, slow progression, and protect your legs.

Dr. Merwin Richard, MD — Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Watch: About PAD Treatment
Overview

All About Peripheral Artery Disease Treatments

Catch trouble early — long before the warning becomes an emergency.

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Peripheral artery disease narrows the vessels that feed the legs, so the muscles ache after a short walk and small wounds heal slowly. Our program treats the artery and the person — a structured walking plan, the right medication, and a minimally invasive procedure only when it will change your day-to-day. Same-day testing, same-week visits, one vascular specialist who stays with you from baseline to follow-up.

  • Same-day vascular testing
  • One specialist, every visit
  • Same-week appointments
  • Insurance verified upfront
Sound Familiar?

How PAD usually shows up

A short self-check. If any of these sound like you, a 30-minute screening visit is one of the highest-yield steps you can take.

Cramping calves while walking?

Pain after a city block that eases when you stop — the most common early sign of PAD.

One foot colder than the other?

A persistent temperature difference between feet often signals reduced blood flow on the colder side.

A cut or sore that won’t heal?

Slow-healing wounds on the toes, feet or lower legs can mean the tissue is not getting enough blood.

Numbness or weakness in the legs?

A heavy, weak or numb feeling below the knee, especially with reduced sensation in the foot.

Pale, shiny or bluish skin?

Color or texture changes on the legs and feet — especially after rest — can indicate poor circulation.

Hair loss or slower toenail growth?

Thinning hair on the lower legs or slow-growing toenails are subtle but reliable PAD clues.

Any of these sound familiar?

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PAD Treatment Options

A Complete Spectrum of Endovascular Care Available

Angioplasty & Stenting
Angioplasty & Stenting Minimally invasive
Atherectomy
Atherectomy Plaque removal
Surgical Bypass
Surgical Bypass Open surgery
Lifestyle & Exercise
Lifestyle & Exercise Foundational
Medications
Medications Daily therapy
Our Promise

Why Choose Advanced Medical Group

Our highly skilled doctors work together with modern medical technologies to help you recover faster, restore mobility, and live a healthier, pain-free life.

A specialist dedicated to your vascular health
Early detection. Life-changing outcomes.
Five locations—book near you, seen by experts
Five specialties—one coordinated care team
Minimally invasive. No overnight stay.
The only in-office OBL in Hudson County
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Better walks start with one visit

A 30-minute vascular evaluation gives you a clear baseline and a plan — covered by Medicare and most commercial plans.

Same-week appointments · Five Hudson County locations · Medicare & most commercial plans accepted

FAQ

Questions patients ask first

Short, plain-language answers. Bring more — we will go through them at your visit.

What is the goal of PAD treatment?

Three things in this order: relieve symptoms (especially claudication), slow disease progression, and prevent serious complications like amputation or a cardiac event. The exact mix of therapies is tailored to how advanced the disease is and to your overall health.

Will I need a procedure right away?

Often, no. Most patients start with a structured walking program, smoking cessation support, and targeted medications. A minimally invasive procedure is added when symptoms limit your life or imaging shows a critical lesion.

How do you decide between angioplasty, atherectomy and bypass?

It depends on the lesion: length, calcification, and location. Short, soft lesions respond well to angioplasty ± stenting. Heavily calcified vessels often need atherectomy first. Long, complex blockages may need a surgical bypass.

How long is recovery after a minimally invasive procedure?

Most patients go home the same day and resume light activity within 24–48 hours. Full return to walking is usually within a week, with clear lifting and driving guidance before you leave.

Will insurance cover my treatment?

Most PAD evaluations and procedures are covered by Medicare and major commercial plans when medically indicated. Our team verifies your benefits before any visit and explains any out-of-pocket cost in plain language.

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