SERVING DOUGLASTON, QUEENS

Vascular & Orthopedic Care for Douglaston, Without the Manhattan Commute

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

Tucked along Little Neck Bay in the far northeast corner of Queens, Douglaston has always felt a step removed from the city's rush, from the quiet streets of Douglas Manor to the homes lining Northern Boulevard near the Nassau line. When knee pain, aching legs, or a shoulder that won't cooperate starts limiting your days, you shouldn't have to fight your way into Manhattan to find specialized care. M&S Vascular and Orthopedic Group offers that care at our Forest Hills office, an easy ride down the Grand Central Parkway or the Long Island Expressway from your neighborhood.

Many of our Douglaston patients come to us looking for options short of major surgery. We focus on minimally invasive, image-guided treatments performed by interventional radiologists and vascular and orthopedic specialists, often on an outpatient basis. That can mean addressing chronic knee osteoarthritis, varicose veins and leg swelling, or circulation problems in the legs with approaches designed to get you back to walking the bayfront and tending your garden sooner.

Whether you've been managing joint pain for years or you've just noticed your legs tire on the walk down to the water, our team takes the time to explain what's going on and which treatments may fit your situation. The goal is straightforward: thoughtful, conservative care close to home, with the convenience Douglaston residents value.

Caring for Douglaston

Residents of Douglas Manor and the quiet blocks near Northern Boulevard often spend weekends on the water or strolling bayside paths, leading to shoulder strains and knee discomfort from repetitive motion or aging joints. Our Forest Hills office provides convenient access to interventional radiology and sports medicine evaluations without a trip into Manhattan, allowing locals to address these issues during short weekday visits before returning to their routines.

Many Douglaston families include active adults and retirees who prefer avoiding major surgery when possible. We focus on minimally invasive procedures for vascular concerns like leg swelling from daily driving along the LIE corridor and non-operative treatments for orthopedic pain, helping patients maintain their independent, low-key lifestyle with faster recovery times that fit around community events and family commitments.

The neighborhood's suburban character means residents value practical solutions close to home. From our Austin Street location, we deliver targeted care for conditions common in this pocket of Queens, using image-guided techniques that reduce downtime so patients can quickly resume walks along the bay or errands along Northern Boulevard without extended absences.

Why Douglaston Patients Choose M&S

  • A short drive to Forest Hills via the Grand Central Parkway or LIE, instead of a long trek into Manhattan for specialty care
  • Minimally invasive, outpatient-focused procedures that can mean less downtime and a quicker return to daily life in the neighborhood
  • One practice for both vascular and orthopedic concerns, so Douglaston patients don't have to coordinate between distant offices
  • Specialists who explain non-surgical options clearly before considering more invasive steps

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 via the Long Island Expressway. from Douglaston

By transit: LIRR Port Washington Branch from Douglaston station to Forest Hills-71st Avenue, then a short walk or local bus.

Getting here: From Douglaston, our Forest Hills office is a straightforward drive southwest, typically via the Grand Central Parkway or the Long Island Expressway toward the Austin Street area. If you prefer transit, the LIRR Port Washington Branch and connecting buses link the neighborhood to central Queens.

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Services for Douglaston

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

Douglaston Patients Ask

How far is your office from Douglaston?
Our Forest Hills office is a relatively short drive from Douglaston, usually reached via the Grand Central Parkway or the Long Island Expressway. Most patients find it far more convenient than traveling into Manhattan for vascular or orthopedic specialty care.
What can I do about knee arthritis pain if I want to avoid surgery?
We offer non-surgical options for knee osteoarthritis, including Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure that may help reduce knee pain for some patients. It's typically performed on an outpatient basis. We'll review your imaging and history to see whether it's an appropriate option for you.
Do you treat varicose veins and leg swelling?
Yes. We evaluate and treat varicose veins, venous insufficiency, and related leg swelling using minimally invasive techniques. Care begins with an assessment of your circulation so we can recommend an approach suited to your needs.
Do you offer primary care for Douglaston patients?
Primary care is available only at our practice's Bronx office. For Douglaston residents, our Forest Hills location focuses on vascular care, orthopedics, sports medicine, knee and shoulder pain treatment, and minimally invasive embolization procedures.
How do I schedule an appointment from my home near Douglaston Parkway without taking a full day off?
Our Forest Hills office offers early morning and mid-day slots that align with lighter traffic periods from Douglaston. Call to arrange a consultation focused on your specific knee or vascular concern, with many patients completing evaluations and returning home within a few hours.
Can you help with ongoing leg discomfort from sitting during my commute along Northern Boulevard?
Yes, our interventional approaches target circulation issues common among local commuters. We assess at the Forest Hills office and discuss minimally invasive options that fit around your schedule, allowing quick returns to daily drives and neighborhood activities.

Also serving nearby Queens communities

Little NeckBaysideDouglas ManorFloral ParkGlen OaksAuburndale

Schedule from Douglaston

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

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