Dr. Enrico Ascher MD
Vascular Surgeon | Vascular Surgery
4802 10th Ave Brooklyn NY, 11219About
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
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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
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- 2008-2009 New York Super Doctors
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