SERVING ASTORIA, QUEENS

Vascular, Knee & Vein Care for Astoria, Queens: Close to Home

Vascular, orthopedic, and minimally invasive care for Astoria patients, at our Forest Hills office.

If you live in Astoria, you already know how much walking this neighborhood asks of you. Long blocks along Steinway Street, the climb up to the Astoria Boulevard and Ditmars stops on the N and W lines, the daily back-and-forth under the elevated tracks. It all adds up on knees, hips, and legs. M&S Vascular and Orthopedic Group cares for Astoria patients dealing with knee osteoarthritis, leg swelling, varicose veins, and circulation problems, with most procedures done in an outpatient setting.

We're a short trip away at our Forest Hills office, so you can get specialty vascular and orthopedic care without crossing into Manhattan or sitting in hospital waiting rooms. Many of our treatments are image-guided and minimally invasive, which often means smaller incisions and a quicker return to your routine, whether that's a shift in the neighborhood, time with family near Astoria Park, or just getting up and down the subway stairs more comfortably.

Our team focuses on options that may help you avoid or delay bigger surgery when appropriate, including non-surgical approaches to knee pain and modern, in-office vein care. We'll walk you through what's realistic for your situation, in plain language, and never promise more than the evidence supports.

Caring for Astoria

Astoria residents frequently deal with knee and hip strain from navigating the steep inclines near the Ditmars N and W stops or walking long stretches on 30th Avenue for shopping and commuting. Our practice commonly helps local patients with osteoarthritis and sports related knee issues through non surgical orthopedic assessments that align with the active pace of neighborhood life in this diverse community of families and professionals.

Varicose veins and leg swelling often affect those who stand for long shifts in Astoria restaurants or retail along Steinway Street. The group offers vascular evaluations and minimally invasive outpatient procedures designed to let patients return to daily routines without extended recovery time away from work or family responsibilities in the area.

Many Astoria locals seek care for circulation concerns that interfere with weekend activities in Astoria Park or simple errands under the elevated tracks. Our approach emphasizes targeted treatments that fit around busy schedules so residents can maintain their independence while addressing these conditions close to home.

Why Astoria Patients Choose M&S

  • A quick ride from Astoria to our Forest Hills office, with no Manhattan commute or East River crossing needed
  • Minimally invasive, outpatient procedures that can fit around work and family life in Queens
  • Specialty knee, vein, and vascular care under one roof instead of bouncing between hospitals
  • Care for the everyday wear of an active, transit-heavy neighborhood: stairs, long walks, and time on your feet

Your nearest office

76-55 Austin Street

Forest Hills, NY 11375

(718) 897-2228

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About 15 minutes by car from Astoria

By transit: N or W subway lines with transfers plus local buses connect Astoria to the Forest Hills office

Getting here: From Astoria, our Forest Hills office is a straightforward trip south through Queens. Many patients drive via Astoria Boulevard to the Grand Central Parkway or take transit toward the Forest Hills–71st Avenue area near Austin Street. The exact route depends on your part of the neighborhood, so we're happy to help you plan it when you call.

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Services for Astoria

Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) for Knee PainNon-Surgical Knee Pain TreatmentKnee Replacement AlternativesPeripheral Artery Disease (PAD) TreatmentVaricose Vein TreatmentVenous Insufficiency & Leg Swelling CareUterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE)Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE)Orthopedic Surgery & Sports MedicineShoulder Pain Care (SAE)Interventional RadiologyACL Tear TreatmentMeniscus Tear TreatmentArthroscopic SurgeryShoulder ArthroscopyTennis Elbow TreatmentWork Injury TreatmentEpidural Steroid InjectionsNerve Block InjectionsFacet Joint Injections

Your Care Team

Mehran Manouel, MD, FAAOS

Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine

Amir Salem, MD

Vascular & Interventional Radiology

Marisa Formica, MD

Sports Medicine & Non-Surgical Orthopedics

Frequently Asked Questions

Astoria Patients Ask

Do I have to travel into Manhattan for this kind of care?
No. Astoria patients can reach our Forest Hills office without crossing into Manhattan. It's a short trip within Queens, which spares you the East River commute and lets you get specialty vascular and orthopedic care closer to home.
I have knee arthritis but want to avoid surgery. What are my options?
We offer non-surgical approaches to knee pain, including Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure that may help reduce knee osteoarthritis pain for some patients. We'll review your imaging and history to see whether it's a reasonable fit, and we'll be honest about what it can and can't do.
Can you help with varicose veins or leg swelling?
Yes. We treat varicose veins, venous insufficiency, and related leg swelling with modern, often in-office techniques. Many of these treatments are minimally invasive and done on an outpatient basis, so most people return to normal activity relatively quickly.
Is primary care available for Astoria patients here?
Primary care is only offered at our Bronx location. For Astoria patients, our Forest Hills office focuses on vascular care, knee and shoulder pain, sports medicine, orthopedics, and minimally invasive embolization procedures.
Is there parking near the Forest Hills office for patients driving from Astoria?
Street parking is available around Austin Street along with nearby lots. Patients coming from Astoria during peak hours should allow extra time for traffic on the local roads leading to the office.
How long does a typical first appointment take for someone traveling from Astoria?
Initial visits usually last about 45 to 60 minutes including evaluation and discussion of options. Scheduling in the late morning or early afternoon can help avoid heavier commute times on the return trip.

Also serving nearby Queens communities

Long Island CitySunnysideWoodsideJackson HeightsEast ElmhurstDitmars-Steinway

Schedule from Astoria

Call our Forest Hills office to book with Mehran Manouel, Amir Salem or Marisa Formica.

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