When should you book an appointment with a vascular surgeon?
You should book an appointment with a vascular surgeon if you have any of the following symptoms:
- Numbness, coldness or pain in the hands or feet
- Varicose veins, swelling or wounds that do not heal normally
- Changes in the colour or temperature of a limb
- Sudden, severe limb pain or swelling
- Disturbances in consciousness or sudden balance problems if a vascular cause is suspected
- Any concerns about your vascular health and you want an expert assessment
Book an appointment:
We offer vascular surgeon appointments at Sydänkeskus Helsinki.
- Online appointment booking for a vascular surgeon
- Telephone appointment booking for a vascular surgeon
For vascular health concerns
A vascular surgeon specialises in diagnosing and treating arterial and venous diseases. Appointments are made both for symptoms related to vascular health and for assessing risk factors. Many vascular patients also attend regular follow‑up visits, which aim to prevent serious complications such as venous thrombosis or lower‑limb circulation disorders.
The most common vascular diseases include:
- Varicose veins and venous thrombosis
- Arterial diseases such as atherosclerosis
- Lower‑limb circulation disorders
- Aneurysms
Read more about our experienced vascular surgeons
- Pekka Aho, MD, Docent, Specialist in Vascular Surgery
- Maarit Venermo, Professor, MD, Specialist in Vascular Surgery
At the vascular surgeon’s appointment
During the appointment, the patient has the opportunity to discuss their symptoms and conditions with an experienced vascular surgeon. The doctor reviews the medical history, treatment options and prognosis.
Based on the discussion, the vascular surgeon may recommend necessary examinations such as ultrasound, CT scan or angiography. Often, some of these examinations can be performed during the same visit.