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Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Limb Salvage, Varicose Veins

Hill Vascular and Vein Center Named “Best Of” Finalist

June 22, 2024 – San Francisco, CA – We are thrilled to announce that Hill Vascular and Vein Center has been honored as a finalist in the San Francisco Chronicle/SFGate Best of the Bay Awards for 2024 in the Best Varicose Vein Center category. This prestigious recognition is a testament to the exceptional care and…
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Understanding Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Video

Educational Patient Video by board certified vascular surgeon, Dr. Bradley Hill Have you ever experienced leg pain, especially when walking? Do your legs feel tired or heavy even after resting? If so, you might be wondering what’s causing these symptoms. One potential culprit could be peripheral artery disease (PAD). What is PAD? PAD is a…
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Why Would You See a Vascular Surgeon?

When it comes to our health, we often focus on the more visible aspects of our bodies, such as muscles, bones, and organs. However, the intricate network of blood vessels that carries oxygen-rich blood throughout our bodies plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. When issues arise within this vascular system, seeking the expertise…
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Understanding Dialysis Access. Educational Video

What is dialysis access? What is an arteriovenous fistula or arteriovenous graft (AVF/AVG)? Patients who suffer from kidney disease may eventually find themselves meeting the threshold which calls for dialysis. At this point, their kidney function has diminished and is no longer filtering the blood at a healthy, normal rate. This leads to severe kidney…
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Understanding Kidney Disease

March is National Kidney Month!  Kidney disease is very common in the United States. In fact, more than 1 in 7 US adults are estimated to have chronic kidney disease.1 Understanding the basics of kidney disease, the symptoms, treatments, and how you can play an active roles in maintaining kidney health is important for overall…
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How to Chose a Vascular Surgeon with Advanced Skills

VIDEO: Dr. Bradley Hill was featured on The Heart of Innovation’s ‘Medical Notepad” radio and vlog segment. This episode they asked, “How Do You Know If Your Vascular Surgeon or Specialist Has Advanced Skills?” This is incredibly important for any advanced peripheral artery disease (PAD) or critical limb ischemia (CLI) patient who is teetering on…
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On The Radio: Dr. Hill Joins Distinguished Panel

Dr. Hill provides insight on venous disease on The Heart of Innovation on 860AM Radio Take a listen to one of 860AM radio’s newest shows “The Heart of Innovation”. This morning’s show featured discussion revolving around venous issues. Our own Bradley B. Hill, MD was invited to join the panel and provide his insights on #vasculardisease. Take…
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Hill Vascular & Vein Center’s Vascular Lab Awarded IAC Accreditation in 4 Categories

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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What Does FACS Mean?

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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Sarah Chu, Hill Vascular Pre-Med Medical Assistant, Co-Authors First Publication in The Journal of Physiology Outlining Her Work Studying the Role of Glutamate on Muscle Spindle Afferent Stretch Sensitivity

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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