Peripheral Artery Disease FAQs

Learn more about peripheral artery disease and the causes, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options by visiting our PAD FAQ page. We address the most common frequently asked questions about PAD to help answer your questions and learn more about this vascular disease.

PAD vs. PVD

Discover the key differences between Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) to better understand these conditions.

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What Our Patients Are Saying

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When came in to see Dr. Shams I was in alot of pain in my legs. He took care of my needs immediately. After the procedure which went well. The pain in my legs had diminished greatly . Dr Shams is patient and understanding. He is a great doctor. The staff was pleasant. The nurses were amazing especially one that was having a baby she was very nice to me and took care of my needs ❤️.
Betty Branch
Betty Branch
00:39 01 Aug 26
These Doctor’s That Works At Harlem Endovascular, What These People Had Did To My Legs, They Did A Real Great Job, And They Really Are The Best !!!
Raul Diaz
Raul Diaz
18:47 21 Jul 26
Excellent staff & Dr and his assistants
Emily
Emily
21:32 25 Jun 26
I was so confident in them the nurses and the receptionist are also kind and caring about you. The Dr and his assistant were excellent. Everyone in that office was excellent. I felt very comfortable with them.
Emily Fanelli
Emily Fanelli
21:31 25 Jun 26
Awesome service, a beautiful staff and teamFrom booking ur appointment to receiving care. Had i known about them i know I would have been better already. I love how polite understanding and comfortable everyone make you feel it definitely make you feel better during care The services here are top notch. I know my healing journey is even greater.
Barbara Maschack
Barbara Maschack
21:31 18 Jun 26
Dr Sham is a very good doctor who helped me with everything he made sure he had they gave me something for the pain and to relax before the procedure and everything went perfect he is the best 5 star’s.
Martin Fagen
Martin Fagen
20:42 15 Jun 26
His team is excellent. Make you feel safe.
Doris Val
Doris Val
22:41 02 Jun 26
Everyone was friendly and helpful and Dr. Rivera was very focused in doing what is best for my mother.
Michael Robayo
Michael Robayo
21:15 02 Jun 26
Very good staff and doctor.
Moises Cuevas
Moises Cuevas
20:57 28 May 26
Very professional. Kept me informed through the procedure.
Laurence Clarke
Laurence Clarke
20:37 27 May 26
Great Service, they explain everything and make you feel relaxed comfortable. From the staff to the Doctor fabulous!
Janet “Jangirl212”
Janet “Jangirl212”
20:49 20 May 26
It’s been the 2nd time I have the procedure no complaint at all
fernando medina
fernando medina
13:03 20 May 26
Just wonderful!!!
Rose Grandma
Rose Grandma
23:05 14 May 26
Doctor shams and his team are very good .They took care of me and showed me that they cared how I was feeling after the procedure .i highly recommended the doctor and his staff
Maria Ortiz
Maria Ortiz
20:34 05 May 26
Dr. Shams has done 2 procedures in my left leg and had cero issues. He did a great job both times.
Roberto Rosales
Roberto Rosales
20:26 04 May 26
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