Soffer Health Institute is a leader in the treatment of conditions related to the vein & vascular in Aventura. Part of the Soffer Health Institute uses a multidisciplinary team of specialists and the latest technology to provide inventive solutions to patients with vascular diseases.

Ariel Soffer, MD, FACC, is a certified cardiovascular and internal medicine specialist. He specializes in various diagnostic testing and treatment for cardiovascular diseases and takes the lead in excellent vein care. Dr. Soffer dedicates his time to treating venous varicose veins and circulation conditions. He even uses his time to create awareness about circulatory disorders among specialists in cardiology, and he has published two peer-reviewed articles on vein conditions. Dr. Soffer also leads an influential venous training program for surgeons and cardiologists and continues to teach on various circulatory problems.

Role of Vascular Surgeons

Vascular surgeons manage and treat conditions in your lymphatic system, arteries, and your veins to make sure the blood circulation in your brain and heart is at its best. They have the expertise and experience of how the vascular system of your body works with the other parts of your body and can treat conditions that might cause buildup or blockages.

They can execute most of the diagnostic tests that interventional radiologists do, such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and angiography. Moreover, they provide treatment for trauma injuries that involve veins, artery blockages, and aneurysms. They can also assist patients in managing cholesterol, blood pressure, and diabetes as well as treat artery disorders. More complex procedures that vascular surgeons deal with include surgeries to remove plaque and bypass surgery.

What is a vascular disease?

Vascular diseases are conditions in which fatty deposits in the blood stick to the walls of the blood vessels and restricts the flow of blood. As time goes by, the heart has to work harder to pump blood throughout the body. That increases your risk of getting serious heart conditions like stroke and heart attack. Poor blood circulation can also impair the natural ability of your body to heal, especially in the feet and hands of patients with uncontrolled conditions like diabetes. Small injuries can grow into ulcers or lesions which, if left untreated, can result in serious infection or even amputation.

At Soffer Health Institute, our goal is to provide exceptional, compassionate medical care that enhances the clinical outcomes and quality of life for patients with vein and vascular disorders. We provide the latest treatments for both outpatients and inpatients with the following health issues:

  • Varicose veins
  • Pressure ulcers – bedsores
  • Peripheral artery disease
  • Diabetic ulcers
  • Complex wounds after surgical procedures
  • Chronic wounds
  • Venous and arterial insufficiency
  • Spider veins
  • Leg pain
  • Leg circulation
  • Swollen legs

Services offered at Soffer Health Institute include:

  • Sclerotherapy
  • Phlebectomy
  • Peripheral artery disease screening
  • Medical therapy
  • Lower extremity stenting, angioplasty, and angiography
  • Laser ablation
  • Cryoplasty
  • Cool laser revascularization
  • Carotid stenting
  • Atherectomy
  • Ankle-brachial index testing
  • Primary care

If you are interested in learning more about the benefits of vein consults, cardiovascular evaluations, and primary care, contact the Soffer Health Institute office nearest to you through online booking or by phone.