ECCO Medical Raises Awareness of PAD During Vascular Disease Month

Originally announced: September 18, 2023

Every September, National Vascular Disease Awareness Month puts a spotlight on a condition that quietly affects millions of Americans: Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). This year’s theme, “Know Your Vessels, Know Your Risks,” is one ECCO Medical has taken to heart, using the observance to reaffirm its commitment to diagnosing, treating, and improving outcomes for PAD patients across Colorado.

PAD develops when narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, often causing leg pain, slow-healing wounds, and, if left untreated, more serious complications. ECCO Medical offers a full range of minimally invasive treatments for advanced PAD, including balloon angioplasty, atherectomy, and stent placement — all performed with moderate sedation and designed to minimize recovery time compared to traditional surgical approaches.

“I take great pride in being on the forefront of clinical research,” said Dr. Aaron Kovaleski, founder of ECCO Medical, who has made investment in research and development a cornerstone of the practice. “These procedures, performed with moderate sedation at ECCO Medical, come with minimal recovery time.”

What This Means for Patients

PAD is often under-recognized until it becomes serious, which is exactly why awareness months like this one matter. For patients experiencing leg pain, cramping, or wounds that won’t heal, ECCO Medical’s minimally invasive approach means a diagnosis and treatment plan can often happen without the extended downtime of traditional vascular surgery — helping patients get back to daily life faster and with less risk.

About ECCO Medical

ECCO Medical is a pioneering outpatient interventional radiology clinic based in Lone Tree, Colorado, with an additional location in Pueblo. Under the leadership of Dr. Aaron Kovaleski, the clinic provides the highest standards of excellence in vascular and interventional radiology.