SERVING RIDGEWOOD, QUEENS

Minimally Invasive Vascular & Orthopedic Care for Ridgewood, Queens

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

If you live along Myrtle Avenue, Fresh Pond Road, or any of the historic blocks that give Ridgewood its character, specialized vascular and orthopedic care is closer than you might think. M&S Vascular and Orthopedic Group serves patients from this corner of Queens at our Forest Hills office, a short trip down the line rather than a long haul into Manhattan.

Ridgewood sits right where Queens meets Brooklyn, and many of our patients here are tired of commuting into the city just to see a specialist about knee pain, leg swelling, or a vascular concern. Our team focuses on minimally invasive, image-guided treatments, many of them performed on an outpatient basis. That means options like Genicular Artery Embolization for knee osteoarthritis, treatment for varicose veins and venous insufficiency, and care for Peripheral Artery Disease, often without the long recovery associated with open surgery.

Whether you walk the slope of streets near the L and M trains, drive over toward Glendale and Maspeth, or simply want a knee that lets you climb your stoop without wincing, we aim to make expert care straightforward and local. Below you will find the services we most often provide for Ridgewood patients and a few practical notes on reaching us.

Caring for Ridgewood

Ridgewood residents often manage knee discomfort or circulation changes while balancing work in local shops, warehouses, or daily commutes along Myrtle Avenue. Families with roots in the neighborhood's tight knit blocks appreciate care that avoids long Manhattan trips and supports staying active in community spaces or caring for children at home. Our minimally invasive techniques let patients return to routines like walking Fresh Pond Road or tending historic homes with shorter recovery times that fit busy household schedules.

Many people here experience leg swelling or joint strain from standing jobs and navigating older sidewalks in the area. The proximity of our Forest Hills office means seniors and working adults can address vascular or orthopedic concerns without disrupting neighborhood ties or relying on family for distant travel. Focused non surgical options help maintain independence for those who value quick visits and getting back to local errands or family responsibilities the same day.

Why Ridgewood Patients Choose M&S

  • Skip the commute into Manhattan; our Forest Hills office is a quick trip from Ridgewood along central Queens, accessible by car or transit.
  • Many procedures are minimally invasive and outpatient, so Ridgewood patients can often return home the same day.
  • Convenient for anyone near Myrtle Avenue, Fresh Pond Road, or the M and L train corridors who wants a specialist close to home.
  • One practice for knee and shoulder pain, vein care, and image-guided embolization, reducing the need to travel to multiple providers 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 12 minutes by car from Ridgewood

By transit: Short bus rides or a quick subway connection get you to our Forest Hills office without heading into Manhattan.

Getting here: From Ridgewood, our Forest Hills office is a straightforward trip through central Queens, generally reached by heading east toward the Queens Boulevard corridor by car, or via the M train and connecting service toward Forest Hills. The Austin Street area is well served by local buses and is an easy ride from most of the neighborhood.

Driving Directions

Services for Ridgewood

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

Ridgewood Patients Ask

How far is your office from Ridgewood?
Our Forest Hills office is a short trip from Ridgewood through central Queens. Most patients reach us easily by car along the Queens Boulevard corridor or by taking the M train and connecting service toward Forest Hills, so there is no need to travel into Manhattan for specialized care.
I have knee arthritis but I am not ready for surgery. What are my options?
We offer non-surgical approaches to knee osteoarthritis, including Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure that may help reduce knee pain for some patients who want to delay or avoid knee replacement. We will review your imaging and history to discuss whether you may be a candidate.
Are these procedures done in the hospital or as outpatient?
Many of our vascular and embolization procedures are minimally invasive and performed on an outpatient basis, meaning patients often go home the same day. Your care team will explain what to expect for your specific treatment, including any recovery guidance.
Do you treat varicose veins and leg swelling for patients from Ridgewood?
Yes. We regularly care for patients with varicose veins, venous insufficiency, and related leg swelling. Treatment is typically minimally invasive, and we will start with an evaluation to understand the cause of your symptoms before recommending options.
Do you see patients from Ridgewood who work irregular shifts at local businesses?
Yes, our Forest Hills office offers flexible scheduling that accommodates early or late shifts common among Ridgewood residents employed nearby. We focus on efficient visits so you can address knee or circulation concerns without losing time from work or family duties.
How easy is it to reach your office from the historic section near the Brooklyn border?
The short distance from central Ridgewood makes our Forest Hills location practical by car or public transit. Patients avoid extended travel and can handle follow ups around daily life in the neighborhood rather than planning full day trips elsewhere.

Also serving nearby Queens communities

GlendaleMaspethMiddle VillageBushwickFresh PondForest Hills

Schedule from Ridgewood

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

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