As our surrounding communities have become increasingly diverse, we at Northwell Health have formalized our diversity, inclusion and health literacy strategy. Advancing cultural and linguistic ...

Our offices are located throughout Queens, including right here in Flushing. So you’ll never have to travel far to get the care you need. Our team is here to provide exceptional care to the Flushing ...

Diagnostic vascular procedures are used to detect blockages or narrowing of the veins and arteries. These procedures provide critical diagnostic information in the evaluation of a variety of vascular ...

Anti-coagulant medications (such as coumadin and heparin) are used to prevent blood clots that can obstruct veins and arteries. These medications, also called blood thinners, work by blocking the ...

Acute vascular thrombosis occurs when a blood clot obstructs a vein. Veins carry blood back toward the heart after the blood has been pumped to different parts of the body and the oxygen used.

Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a group of disorders that result from the compression of the blood vessels or nerves located in the lower neck and upper chest area, known as the thoracic outlet.

Mesenteric ischemia occurs when blocked arteries restrict blood flow to the small intestine, which can cause severe pain and serious complications. The condition is classified as either chronic, ...

During a lumpectomy, a portion of the breast tissue is removed to treat a cancer or mass. The purpose of lumpectomy or breast conservation therapy is to treat the cancer or mass without having to ...

A clavicle fracture is a broken collarbone. The clavicle is the bone that secures the arm to the body and connects the breastbone (sternum) to the shoulder blade (scapula). Full use of the clavicle is ...

May-Thurner syndrome occurs when the left iliac vein, which carries blood from your legs and pelvis back to your heart, is compressed by the right iliac artery. When you have a healthy and normal ...

At Northwell, we don't just treat your esophageal disease—we treat you as a whole person. Our doctors and surgeons work together as a team to create a unique care plan for every patient depending on ...

A hiatal hernia is a common anatomical abnormality in which part of the stomach protrudes or herniates through the diaphragm and up into the chest. If the stomach gets stuck in the defect in the ...