Vascular Surgery at UAB emphasizes the leading edge of treatment of vascular conditions which includes new minimal surgical approaches to treatment of aneurysms, blood clotting and blocked arteries. Our vascular surgery and endovascular therapy staff specialize in the treatment of:

• Aneurysms
• Stroke
• Peripheral vascular disease
• Atherosclerosis
• Carotid artery diseases 
• Renal artery diseases 
• Mesenteric artery diseases 
• Venous diseases

Some of the services we perform include the following:

• Non-invasive arterial testing
• Diagnostic imaging
• Balloon angioplasty and stenting
• Percutaneous laser and mechanical atherectomy
• Thrombolysis and thrombectomy
• Aneurysm repair
• Stents and grafting
• Bypass
• Minimally invasive vein procedures
• Vascular medical evaluation including risk factor assessment and non-operative management options

To learn more about vascular conditions and treatments, please visit http://www.uab.edu/vascular/Education.html. 

Locations

Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

University Hospital
619 19th Street South
Birmingham, AL 35294
(205) 934-2003
(205) 996-8276

The Kirklin Clinic- Vascular Clinic – 5th Floor
2000 6th Avenue South
Birmingham, Alabama 35233
(205) 934-2003
(205) 996-8276

UAB Vein Clinic –UAB Highlands
1201 11th Avenue South
Birmingham, Alabama 35205
(205) 934-2003
(205) 996-8346

Cullman Regional Medical Center
1912 Alabama Highway 157
Cullman, Alabama 35058
(205) 934-2003
(256) 734-7850

Cullman Vascular Surgery Clinic
1930 Highway 157
Cullman, Alabama 35058
(205) 934-2003
(256) 734-7850

After-Hours Emergencies

If you are a patient and need to reach your physician after hours, call UAB paging at (205) 934-3411 and ask for the Vascular Surgery Resident on call. If this is a true medical emergency, please dial 911 for immediate assistance.

What to Bring with You

When you come to your appointment, please bring your insurance card, the completed patient information sheet that was mailed to you prior to your appointment, a list of any prescription or over-the-counter medications that you are currently taking (including dosage amount), and any pertinent medical information/medical records related to your condition. These records include:

• Reports from any previous vascular tests
• Reports of any labs that have been previously performed
• Any films from diagnostic tests that have been performed, including X-rays, CT scans or ultrasounds

Having this information provides a comprehensive picture to your physician, resulting in more complete and timely care for you. If you prefer, you may have the records and films forwarded to our office by your referring physician prior to your visit. Films and records should be sent to: UAB Section of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, 1530 3rd Avenue South, Room BDB 503, Birmingham AL 35294-0012.

Payment Information

Some insurance providers may require a referral or pre-certification before seeing a vascular specialist. Please be sure to bring a copy of this referral or pre-certification with you for insurance/billing purposes. If you are unsure of what your insurance coverage requires, please contact your insurance in advance of your appointment for your inquiries. Your co-pay is expected at the time of your visit. Financial counselors are available to discuss any problems or special circumstances, and can be contacted Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at (205) 801-9910.