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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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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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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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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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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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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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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What EXACTLY is a Vascular Surgeon? Vascular surgeons are surgeons specializing in arterial and vascular issues. Let’s take a moment to break that down. First, vascular surgeons are highly trained surgeons specialized in treating the vascular system. Up until recently, board certified vascular surgeons completed medical school, residency in general surgery, and vascular fellowships where…
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by: Bradley Hill, MD Here in Santa Clara County, we have endured seven weeks of COVID-19 shelter in place. As we approach week eight, we are seeing gradual easing of hospital restrictions. Local hospitals are laying the ground work to reopen operating rooms to essential and elective cases. We realize many are wondering if it…
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During his time at Kaiser Permanente, Dr. Hill was among the first to embrace Telehealth; first with phone conferencing, and as technology progressed, video conferencing. Recognizing his national leadership role at Kaiser Permanente, and his record of excellence in vascular healthcare, ProtectOurDoctors.Org reached out to Dr. Hill asking him to share his knowledge and experiences…
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