SERVING LONG ISLAND CITY, QUEENS

Vascular and Orthopedic Care for Long Island City, Without the Trip Into Manhattan

Vascular, orthopedic, and minimally invasive care for Long Island City patients, at our Forest Hills office.

If you live or work in Long Island City, you already know how quickly the neighborhood moves. Between the high-rises along the East River waterfront, the studios in Hunters Point, and the constant hum around Court Square and Queens Plaza, finding time for specialty medical care can feel like one more thing the day won't allow. Our team works with LIC patients who want experienced vascular, orthopedic, and image-guided care close to home, at our Forest Hills office a short ride down Queens Boulevard.

Knee pain that flares on the climb up subway stairs, aching or swollen legs after long days on your feet, varicose veins, or circulation trouble in the legs are all things we treat regularly. For many of these conditions, there are minimally invasive, outpatient options that don't start with major surgery. We take time to explain what's happening and what your choices actually are, so you can make a decision that fits your life in the city rather than around it.

Because Long Island City sits at the western edge of Queens, our Forest Hills location is genuinely convenient for residents along the E, M, R, 7, and G lines, or anyone who'd rather drive than fight Midtown traffic for an appointment. You get specialty-level vascular and orthopedic attention in the borough where you live.

Caring for Long Island City

Long Island City residents often juggle demanding jobs in creative studios and tech offices near Court Square with active commutes that involve stairs and waterfront walks along the East River. Many seek care for knee discomfort from daily subway climbs or leg swelling after standing through long shifts. Our Forest Hills office offers image-guided procedures that let patients address these issues without extended downtime, fitting schedules packed with work and family time in the neighborhood's high-rises.

Hunters Point families and professionals appreciate non-surgical options like targeted injections for sports strains from local park activities or vein concerns tied to the area's rapid development and constant movement. The short trip down Queens Boulevard keeps specialty vascular and orthopedic support accessible without disrupting routines in this fast-evolving community.

Construction and service workers living in LIC frequently deal with joint or circulation issues from physically intense days. Minimally invasive approaches at our location help them return to shifts quickly while avoiding major interventions, providing practical relief close to home for those balancing multiple responsibilities.

Why Long Island City Patients Choose M&S

  • Short trip from LIC down Queens Boulevard to Forest Hills, with no toll and no Manhattan commute
  • Easy to reach by car or by the E, M, R, and 7 trains that already run through the neighborhood
  • Minimally invasive, outpatient procedures that fit around a busy LIC work schedule
  • One office for knee pain, vein care, and image-guided treatment instead of multiple referrals across the city

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 Long Island City

By transit: E and M trains from Queens Plaza connect directly toward Forest Hills-71st Avenue with short additional links to Austin Street.

Getting here: From Long Island City, our Forest Hills office is a straightforward trip east along Queens Boulevard, or by taking the E or M train toward Forest Hills and connecting to Austin Street. Drivers coming from Hunters Point or Court Square can also use the Long Island Expressway eastbound toward the Forest Hills area.

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Services for Long Island City

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

Long Island City Patients Ask

How do I get to your office from Long Island City?
Our Forest Hills office is a short trip east from LIC, roughly along the Queens Boulevard corridor. Many patients drive, while others take the E or M train toward Forest Hills, which connects easily to the Austin Street area. We're happy to help you plan the most convenient route when you call to schedule.
I have knee arthritis but want to avoid surgery. What are my options?
Many patients come to us hoping to delay or avoid knee replacement. Depending on your situation, options may include non-surgical treatments and minimally invasive approaches such as Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), an outpatient, image-guided procedure that may help reduce arthritis-related knee pain for appropriate candidates. We'll evaluate your knee and explain which options make sense for you.
My legs ache and swell after long days. Could that be a vein problem?
Leg aching, swelling, heaviness, and visible varicose veins can be signs of venous insufficiency, where the leg veins don't return blood efficiently. These conditions are common and often treatable with minimally invasive, outpatient procedures. An evaluation at our Forest Hills office can determine what's behind your symptoms and what care may help.
Are these procedures done in the hospital or in the office?
Many of the vascular and interventional treatments we offer, including embolization procedures, are minimally invasive and performed on an outpatient basis. That typically means smaller incisions and a quicker return to daily activity than open surgery, though every case is individual. We'll review the specifics, including any preparation and recovery details, with you in advance.
How do LIC residents with busy Court Square schedules book same-week appointments for knee or leg concerns?
Our Forest Hills office holds slots for patients traveling from Long Island City and works to accommodate work and commute demands. Call during business hours to check availability for evaluation of activity-related discomfort.
Do you help with vein or joint issues common among waterfront walkers in Hunters Point?
Yes, we regularly see patients from that area for image-guided assessments of leg swelling or strain. Non-surgical treatments are discussed based on individual needs to support continued daily activity.

Also serving nearby Queens communities

Hunters PointAstoriaSunnysideWoodsideCourt SquareGreenpoint

Schedule from Long Island City

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

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