Best Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon in Navi Mumbai

Who is a Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon?
By Dr. Ritesh Gaikwad – Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon in Navi Mumbai

Best Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon in Navi Mumbai

Introduction: The Hidden Specialist You May Need

When it comes to non-healing wounds, leg pain, varicose veins, or diabetic foot problems, most people think of a general surgeon, plastic surgeon, interventional radiologist, or even a cardiologist. But there’s a highly specialized medical expert trained specifically to handle the root cause — the blood vessels. That expert is a Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon — a doctor dedicated to diagnosing and treating diseases of arteries, veins, and lymphatics through both open surgical and minimally invasive endovascular methods.


What Does a Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon Do?

A vascular surgeon is trained to treat:
  • Blocked arteries (e.g. PAD, carotid stenosis, mesenteric ischemia)
  • Weak arteries (aneurysms in the aorta or legs)
  • Vein disorders (e.g. varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis, venous ulcers)
  • Dialysis access issues (AV fistula creation, salvage, or repair)
  • Limb-threatening diabetic foot complications

    • They provide complete vascular care — from diagnosis to surgery, angioplasty, wound care, and follow-up.

    Specialist Can Diagnose Can Do Open Surgery Can Do Endovascular Can Manage Wound
    Vascular Surgeon ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅
    Interventional Radiologist ✅ ❌ ✅ ❌
    General Surgeon ✅ (limited) ✅ ❌ ❌
    Plastic Surgeon ❌ ✅ ❌ ✅ (for closure)
    Cardiologist ✅ (heart vessels) ❌ ✅ (heart only) ❌
    Cardiothoracic Surgeon ✅ (heart/lungs) ✅ ❌ ❌

    Only vascular surgeons are trained across the entire spectrum diagnostics, open surgery, stenting, and long-term wound healing.


    The Diabetic Foot: Why Vascular Surgeons are Central

    In diabetic patients, non-healing wounds often stem from poor blood flow (ischemia). Treating this requires:

  • 1. Wound debridement
  • 2. Blood flow restoration (angioplasty/stents/bypass)
  • 3. Infection control
  • 4. Long-term prevention

    • A vascular surgeon doesn’t just treat the wound — they fix the cause, often saving the limb from amputation.

    “Revascularization before reconstruction — this is the golden rule in diabetic foot salvage.”


    How We Differ from Other Specialists

    Specialist May Do This But Lacks
    Interventional Radiologist Can perform angioplasty Clinical wound care, surgical judgment, limb salvage planning
    Plastic Surgeon Can do flaps or skin grafts Often misses ischemia or does not restore blood flow
    Cardiologist Treats heart vessels Does not treat leg or foot circulation
    General Surgeon May clean wounds Cannot restore circulation
    Cardiothoracic Surgeon Handles chest/heart Not involved in limb or dialysis access

    A vascular surgeon is the only point-of-care leader managing:

  • Wound care
  • Revascularization
  • Dialysis access
  • Limb salvage
  • Long-term follow-up

    • Why Choose Dr. Ritesh Gaikwad?

  • certified vascular and endovascular specialist
  • Based at KIMS Hospital, Hiranandani Estate, Thane
  • 1000+ complex vascular procedures
  • Offers full-spectrum care: Doppler, angioplasty, surgery, wound healing
  • Recognized for diabetic limb salvage expertise

    • One Doctor, One Plan, One Goal: Save the Limb

    From the first Doppler scan to the final wound closure, Dr. Ritesh Gaikwad leads your care avoiding fragmented treatment between departments. No blame games. No delays. Just complete vascular care under one roof.


    Real Limb Salvage Stories

    “My mother got a Krack on her heal few months ago and Thankfully upon researching for a doctor we came across Dr. Ritesh Gaikwad who truly guided us so well and treated my mother and gave her and us all the confidence at every step. Though I had to travel back but Dr. Ritesh was always accessible and replied to every call or message whenever I had questions on call with all the patience. He is truly knowledgeable, kind-hearted and one of the best Doctor I have come across. Thank you so much for all your support.” https://share.google/ufP6rQegLeHWXOAaF


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