Vascular Surgical Associates

Join us in celebrating the four Vascular Surgical Associate physicians recognized in Atlanta Magazine’s Top Doctors 2024 July issue! 🎉

Congratulations to the outstanding physicians honored on this year’s list:

- Dr. Arun Chervu
- Dr. Michael Corey
- Dr. John E. Jones
- Dr. Shariq Sayeed

Congratulations to our Top Doctors!

Four Physicians From Vascular Surgical Associates Recognized as Atlanta's Top Doctors in Atlanta Magazine Four physicians from Vascular Surgical Associates rank among Atlanta's Top Doctors in Atlanta magazine's July issue.

Meet Dr. Shariq Sayeed, MD, FACS, RPVI!
🔻 Board Certified in General and Vascular Surgery
🔻 Certified in Vascular Sonography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Dr. Sayeed has special interests in minimally invasive endovascular surgical techniques, management of carotid disease, aortic aneurysms, peripheral bypass grafting, and carotid stenting.

In May 2024, Dr. Sayeed completed a humanitarian mission in Gaza helping those in need of critical medical assistance.

Learn more about Dr. Sayeed here: https://bit.ly/3NPUk9E

Sun spots are high concentrations of melanin in the skin, created by overexposure to the sun’s rays.

At Vascular Surgical Associates, we can help remove sun spots using laser light to target the damaged skin cells causing them to degenerate.

Learn more. ⤵️

Sun Spot Removal - Vascular Surgical Associates Sun spots and age spots are created from high concentrations of melanin in the skin. Most occur because of overexposure to the sun's damaging rays.

In the summer, heat and humidity may change certain aspects of your prosthetic use.

Now that the hottest weather is upon us, we’re diving deeper into care tips to help you manage high temperatures and sweat this season.

Five Ways to Manage Summer Heat and Sweat in Your Prosthetic Now that the hottest weather is upon us, we're diving deeper into care tips to help you manage high temperatures and sweat this season.

Please join us in wishing a very happy birthday to Insurance Reimbursement Specialist, Tracy! 🥳

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Vein clinics are specialty care centers focused on the diagnosis and treatment of venous (vein) conditions.

Here’s everything you need to know about vein clinics.

What Is a Vein Clinic and How Can It Help You? Vein clinics are specialty care centers focused on the diagnosis and treatment of venous (vein) conditions.

Join us in wishing a happy birthday to Patient Service Representative, Jean! 🎉

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Peripheral artery disease is the progressive narrowing of the blood vessels. This is most often caused by atherosclerosis resulting in low blood flow to the legs which can cause muscle cramping after walking.

Learn more about peripheral artery disease: https://bit.ly/3LBN2G9

Meet Dr. John E. Jones, MD, FACS, RPVI!
🔻 Partner at Vascular Surgical Associates
🔻 Member of the Society of Vascular Surgery and Georgia Vascular Society

Dr. Jones received his undergraduate degree in English Literature at the University of Georgia and his Doctor of Medicine at the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his surgical residency at Boston University Medical Center followed by his Vascular Surgery Fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Since joining Vascular Surgical Associates, Dr. Jones has helped us provide compassionate and comprehensive care for all our patients. Dr. Jones is motivated by understanding his patients’ needs, creating connections with their families, and actively striving to enhance their overall quality of life.

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and his four boys, running, and reading.

Learn more about Dr. Jones here: https://bit.ly/44A4SR4

Join us in wishing a happy birthday to Registered Vascular Technologist, Heather! 🎂

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While summer heat won’t cause varicose veins, it could make them feel worse than usual. ☀️

If you experience increased pressure, pain, or throbbing sensations around your varicose veins when the weather gets warmer, here’s what you can do to manage those symptoms this season.

How to Manage Your Varicose Veins During Summer If you experience pain, or throbbing sensations around your varicose veins when the weather gets warmer, here's what you can do.

Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to Medical Billing and Coding Specialist, Crystal! 🎂

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We are so proud to be nominated for Best Vein Treatment Center in Best Self Magazine's Best Of 2024!

Voting is easy, just follow these steps:
- Visit the link below.
- Enter your information and select voting for categories M-Z.
- Find the "Best Vein Treatment Center" category and select Vascular Surgical Associates.
- Be sure to click the vote button at the end of the category list for your vote to count.

You can vote once a day every day until Friday, July 12th at 11:59 p.m.

Vote today! ⤵️

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Meet Dr. Charles W. Wyble, Jr., MD, FACS, RVT!
🔻 Partner at Vascular Surgical Associates
🔻 Joined Vascular Surgical Associates in 2005
🔻 Chief Financial Officer of VSA since 2024

Dr. Wyble is board-certified in surgery and vascular surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Society of Vascular Surgery. He is also a Diplomat of the American Board of Surgery and a member of the Southern Association for Vascular Surgery.

In his free time, Dr. Wyble enjoys professional football and baseball, playing pickleball, and fishing.

Since joining Vascular Surgical Associates, he has continued to help us provide compassionate, expert care. Dr. Wyble is motivated by providing excellent care to his patients.

Learn more about Dr. Wyble here: https://bit.ly/3VHLn6a

Happy 4th of July from Vascular Surgical Associates! 🎇

In observance of Independence Day, our offices will be closed tomorrow, July 4th, and Friday, July 5th.

We hope you all have a safe holiday!

Join us in wishing a happy birthday to Surgery Scheduler, Steffany! 🎈

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Please join us in recognizing our staff members celebrating a work anniversary this month! 🎉 We are so thankful for everything you do!

🔹 Dr. Reilly (25 years)
🔹 Vicki (24 years)
🔹 Dr. Jacobson (22 years)
🔹 Laura (21 years)
🔹 Dr. Jones (17 years)
🔹 Dr. Sayeed (17 years)
🔹 Mary (16 years)
🔹 Vickey (12 years)
🔹 Dr. Corey (8 years)
🔹 Joselyn (3 years)
🔹 Melissa (3 years)
🔹 Avery (3 years)
🔹 Vicky (2 years)
🔹 Amber (2 years)
🔹 Ryan (1 year)
🔹 Pranati (1 year)
🔹 Charity (1 year)

⭐ Prosthetic Patient Testimonial ⭐

Eric started his journey in October 2019 after deciding to have his left leg amputated. He wondered where his life would go from there.

Eric met Eric Chen, Certified Prosthetic Orthotist and Director of Prosthetics at VSA, who reassured him that with dedication, determination, and discipline, he could resume a new normal life.

Read more of Eric's story.

Eric H., Surgery 2019 - Vascular Surgical Associates My name is Eric Herbert. I started this journey in October of 2019. After making the decision to have my left leg amputated, I wondered where my life would go [...]

Vascular wounds are notoriously challenging to treat when using only conventional approaches.

Fortunately, vascular surgeons are equipped with cutting-edge techniques that provide the specialized care and management that vascular wounds need to heal properly.

Learn more.

Advanced Wound Care Techniques: Innovations in Vascular Wound Management Oftentimes, patients who have venous ulcers and other vascular wounds also experience poor circulation, which can impede overall healing.

Peripheral artery aneurysm is an enlargement of an artery, most commonly in the legs.

Risk of rupture is low with these types of aneurysms, but they may lead to thromboembolism, which can block blood flow to your leg.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4c2l4ia

Happy First Day of Summer! 🌞

As the weather gets warmer, you may notice some seasonal changes that affect your prosthetic.

With the right care, you can continue to enjoy your favorite summer activities with minimal impact on your prosthetic use.

Embracing Warm Weather with Confidence – A Guide to Staying Active in Summer with Prosthetics With the right care, you can continue to enjoy your favorite summer activities with minimal impact on your prosthetic use.

Meet Dr. Gary M. Jacobson, MD, FACS, RPVI!
🔻 Board-certified Vascular Surgeon and Partner at VSA
🔻 VSA Vein Clinic Director
🔻 Joined Vascular Surgical Associates in 2002

Dr. Jacobson is board-certified in vascular surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the Society of Vascular Surgery, the Southern Vascular Surgery Society, member of the Atlanta Vascular Society, and the Georgia Vascular Society. Dr. Jacobson is also a Wound Specialist, certified by the American Academy of Wound Management.

Since joining VSA, Dr. Jacobson has consistently provided strong leadership, helping us provide expert and compassionate care. He is motivated by helping patients with vascular problems, educating others about vascular disease, and enjoys collaborating with other physicians to provide the best care.

In his free time, he enjoys traveling, spending time with his family, and has been playing the guitar for over 40 years.

Learn more about Dr. Jacobson here: https://bit.ly/3JA2emg

We're celebrating National Nursing Assistants Week!

Thank you to nursing assistants everywhere, but especially to our nursing assistant, Nancy! 💙

Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to Certified Medical Assistant, Ebony! 🎂

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From everyone at Vascular Surgical Associates, we're wishing you a very happy Father's Day! 💙

Mesenteric artery stenosis is the narrowing of the arteries that supply blood to the intestines. The most common symptoms of mesenteric stenosis are abdominal pain after eating and unexplained weight loss.

Learn more about risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment for mesenteric artery stenosis: https://bit.ly/3OX8XtC

Today is National Call Your Doctor Day! 👨‍⚕️ 👩‍⚕️

Vascular Surgical Associates has been treating vascular conditions in Atlanta since 1986. With the latest technology and techniques in surgical and non-surgical solutions, we offer unparalleled vascular, wound, and prosthetic care.

Give us a call at 770-423-0595 or request an appointment online!
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You've likely heard the term "Kick your feet up and relax."

But is this practice actually good for your circulation? Let’s take a closer look.

Is Elevating Your Feet Bad for Your Circulation? - Vascular Surgical Associates Put your feet up: It's advice we're often given after a long day. But is this practice actually good for your health -- in particular, your circulation? Let's take a closer look.