SERVING BRIARWOOD, QUEENS

Vascular, Orthopedic & Minimally Invasive Care for Briarwood, Queens

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

If you live in Briarwood, you already know how convenient central Queens can be when the right care is close by. Tucked between Kew Gardens and Jamaica, with the Grand Central Parkway and Van Wyck Expressway framing the neighborhood, Briarwood sits a short ride from our Forest Hills office. That means knee pain, leg swelling, vein concerns and joint trouble can be addressed without a long trek into Manhattan.

Many of our Briarwood neighbors come to us because daily routines around Queens Boulevard, errands along Main Street, and trips on the F train from the Briarwood–Van Wyck Boulevard station get harder when knees ache or legs feel heavy. Our team focuses on vascular surgery, interventional radiology, orthopedics and sports medicine, with an emphasis on minimally invasive, image-guided options. Several of these procedures are performed on an outpatient basis.

Whether you are weighing alternatives to knee replacement, managing varicose veins, or exploring embolization treatments such as those for uterine fibroids or an enlarged prostate, we take time to explain what may help in your situation. Care is tailored to you, and we keep the conversation grounded and clear so you can make decisions with confidence.

Caring for Briarwood

Briarwood residents often navigate busy commutes along the Van Wyck and daily walks to local shops or the station, which can contribute to knee discomfort or leg swelling from prolonged standing or driving. Our Forest Hills office provides convenient access for working families and professionals in this diverse area who need evaluation for joint or vein issues without disrupting routines around Main Street or nearby parks.

Many in the neighborhood seek care that fits around school schedules and errands near Queens Boulevard. Minimally invasive procedures for sports related strains or circulation concerns allow quicker recovery so patients can resume walking their blocks or using public transit sooner, avoiding extended downtime in a community where most balance jobs with family responsibilities close to home.

Local seniors and active adults dealing with age related joint wear or vein changes find value in non surgical approaches offered nearby. This keeps treatment local for those who prefer staying in Briarwood rather than traveling farther, supporting continued independence with daily activities like grocery runs or community involvement without major interruptions.

Why Briarwood Patients Choose M&S

  • A short hop from Briarwood to our Forest Hills office, no Manhattan commute or bridge tolls required
  • Easy to reach whether you drive the Grand Central Parkway corridor or ride the F train a few stops west
  • Minimally invasive, often outpatient procedures that fit around work and family life in central Queens
  • A team that handles vascular, orthopedic and image-guided care under one practice, so referrals stay close to home

Your nearest office

76-55 Austin Street

Forest Hills, NY 11375

(718) 897-2228

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About 10 minutes by car from Briarwood

By transit: F train from Briarwood station or local buses along Queens Boulevard

Getting here: From Briarwood, our Forest Hills office is a quick trip northwest along Queens Boulevard toward Austin Street, and it is reachable on the F train heading toward Forest Hills–71st Avenue. Drivers near the Van Wyck Expressway or Grand Central Parkway can connect to the Forest Hills area in just a few minutes outside of peak traffic.

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Services for Briarwood

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

Briarwood Patients Ask

How do I get from Briarwood to your Forest Hills office?
Our Forest Hills office is a short trip northwest from Briarwood along the Queens Boulevard corridor toward Austin Street. If you prefer transit, the F train from the Briarwood–Van Wyck Boulevard station runs toward Forest Hills, so many patients reach us without driving at all.
What are my options if I want to avoid knee replacement surgery?
For knee osteoarthritis pain, we offer non-surgical approaches including Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure that may help reduce pain for appropriate candidates. We review your imaging and history first and explain whether it is a reasonable option for you, never promising a specific outcome.
Do you treat varicose veins and leg swelling for Queens patients?
Yes. We evaluate and treat varicose veins, venous insufficiency and related leg swelling using minimally invasive techniques, many of them performed on an outpatient basis. If you have been noticing heaviness, aching or visible veins, an evaluation can clarify what is going on and what may help.
Are embolization procedures done as surgery or as outpatient treatments?
Embolization treatments such as Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) and Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) are minimally invasive, image-guided procedures performed by interventional radiology, often on an outpatient basis. Recovery and candidacy vary by person, so we discuss the specifics with you before moving forward.
Can I schedule an appointment around my work commute on the Van Wyck?
Yes, our Forest Hills office offers flexible scheduling that accommodates Briarwood residents with early morning or evening slots. This helps patients fit evaluations for joint or vein concerns between commutes without needing extra time off.
Is there parking available near the office for those driving from Briarwood?
Street parking and nearby lots are accessible around the Austin Street location. Many patients from Briarwood drive in for quick visits focused on non surgical options for knee or circulation issues.

Also serving nearby Queens communities

Kew GardensJamaicaForest HillsJamaica HillsRichmond HillKew Gardens Hills

Schedule from Briarwood

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

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