Dr. Enrico Ascher MD, Vascular Surgeon
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Dr. Enrico Ascher MD

Vascular Surgeon | Vascular Surgery

4802 10th Ave Brooklyn NY, 11219

About

Dr. Enrico Ascher is a vascular surgeon practicing in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Ascher specializes in disorders relating to the arterial, venous and lymphatic systems. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Ascher diagnoses and treats vascular diseases and performs vasular surgeries. Common conditions that a vascular surgeon treats are aneurysms, atherosclerosis and varicose veins. Vascular specialists might also treat trauma, venous ulcers, poor leg circulation, peripheral arterial disease and other vascular-related issues.

Education and Training

Universidade Federal Do Estado Do Rio De Janeiro MD

Federal University of Rio De Janeiro / Faculty of Medicine / Center of Health Science 1974

University Fed De Rio De Janeiro, Fac De Med, Rio De Janeiro, Rj, Brazil

Board Certification

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 43 years of experience
Dr. Enrico Ascher MD
Dr. Enrico Ascher MD's Expert Contributions
  • Does laser surgery for varicose veins hurt?

    No it does not hurt when performed by experienced vascular surgeons. Enrico Ascher, M.D. Clinical Professor, Department of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine Cell: (914)584-7243 - Pronouns: he/him/his - Email: EAscherMD@gmail.com READ MORE

  • What type of anesthesia is used for venous thrombectomy ?

    Usually local anesthesia with sedation. Enrico Ascher, M.D. Clinical Professor, Department of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine Cell: (914)584-7243 - Pronouns: he/him/his - Email: EAscherMD@gmail.com READ MORE

  • How dangerous is a blood clot in the leg?

    There are several parameters to be taken in consideration like the location and extent of the clot, the interval between the onset of the clot and the proposed operation, whether it is a recurrent episode, family history of blood clots, etc. Also the magnitude of the operation and the type of anesthesia. READ MORE

  • Are lumpy varicose veins dangerous?

    Generally not. However if they develop a blood clot they may become very painful. READ MORE

  • Will compression socks help varicose veins?

    Yes they do while they are placed properly and with the adequate amount of compression. However, stockings do not eliminate varicose veins. READ MORE

  • How do you treat spider veins?

    It is important to be evaluated by a specialist who can best advice you regarding the best treatment for your spider veins. After making sure that these are not a manifestation of an important medical condition they can be injected with sclerosis agents to make them disappear to the naked eye. READ MORE

  • What are spider veins a sign of?

    In general, spider veins are not serious. However, there are some serious conditions that can predispose to the development of spider veins. READ MORE

Awards

  •  2008-2009 New York Super Doctors 

Dr. Enrico Ascher MD's Practice location

Practice At 4802 10th Ave

4802 10th Ave -
Brooklyn, NY 11219
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New patients: 718-283-8816, 212-270-7679
Fax: 718-283-6199

960 50TH ST -
BROOKLYN, NY 11219
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