Written by: Felicia Hung, PMA In July 2021, our Vascular Lab has been granted accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in Vascular Testing. You might be wondering: “What is IAC?” “What difference does that make?” “What even is vascular testing for?” The Purpose and Benefit of IAC Accreditation The Intersocietal Accreditation Commission, or IAC,…
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Michael joined Hill Vascular and Vein Center in June of 2021 as a PreMed Medical Assistant. He was born in Sun Valley, Idaho, a secluded ski resort town in the wilderness, in the heart of the state. In the summers, he loves to spend time at his family’s cabin hiking and boating with his friends.…
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We are very excited to welcome our newest team member, Felicia, to Hill Vascular and Vein Center! Felicia joins us as our newest PreMed Medical Assistant (PMA). Felicia is a Bay Area native, born and raised in Saratoga, California. Felicia went to UC Berkeley for her undergraduate and graduated in 2019 with a degree in…
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Understanding the FACS Designation Have you ever asked yourself, “What do the letters behind my doctor’s name mean?” As a patient, it’s important to understand these letters, or designations, held by your physician. They are clear indicators of specialty training and recognized excellence in their field and among their peers and colleagues. Understanding their meaning…
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During her four years of undergraduate studies at San Jose State University, Sarah Chu worked with a dedicated team of students who under the guidance of their PI and lead researcher, Dr. Wilkinson. Together, they studied neurons in the muscles that detect changes in length and movement and contribute to proprioception, or the sense of…
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March 13th, 2021by: Nidhi Navaratna Pre-med 101: E-Shadowing During COVID-19 Hello all! My name is Nidhi Navaratna, and I’m one of the Pre-med Medical Assistants (PMA) here at Hill Vascular and Vein Center. I’m an aspiring physician and will be applying to medical school this upcoming cycle. I’m here today with a guide for my…
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Providing a Foundation for the Physicians of Tomorrow The PreMed Medical Assistant (PMA) Program Interested in being a future doctor? Planning to take a year or a few off before applying to medical school? Want to learn the ins and outs of healthcare delivery and private practice? If you answered yes to any of these…
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Written by Arthur Kao and Bradley Hill, M.D. What is May-Thurner syndrome? May-Thurner syndrome, also known as iliac vein compression syndrome or Cockett’s syndrome, occurs when the right iliac artery compresses the left iliac vein near the pelvis which results in a partial blockage preventing proper blood flow through the vein. Dr. Hill encounters many…
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Hill Vascular & Vein Center is excited to announce Ms. Denise Levy, RVT, RDMS, has joined our team as Vascular Lab Technical Director. Denise has extensive knowledge and background in vascular diagnostic imaging and vascular lab leadership. Denise began her healthcare career upon completion of the Radiologic Technology Program (ARRT) at Beth Israel Hospital and…
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What is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)? Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot, or thrombus, develops within a deep vein in the body. Most DVTs occur within the deep veins of the thighs and lower legs, but may also occur in other regions of the body. DVT can be life-threatening, as the blood…
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