Vascular surgery
Providing diagnosis, treatment and surgical care for conditions affecting the arteries, veins and circulation.
Where to find this service
What we do
The Vascular Surgery team treats people with diseases of their arteries and veins. We're based at Footscray Hospital and we provide services to people in the western suburbs. Our unit runs an outpatient session on Wednesdays where we treat about 50 patients per week. You can access our services after hours, 7 days a week.
Our team includes 6 consultants, an advanced vascular surgical trainee, registrar and resident.
Please note: You can be put on the operating list from both Footscray Hospital and Williamstown Hospital.
Services and facilities
- Outpatient session: Wednesdays (outpatient care is when you come to the hospital for treatment without being admitted to the hospital).
- Vascular emergencies: A consultant is available after hours, 7 days per week.
- Access from 2 hospitals: You can be placed on the operating list from Footscray Hospital and Williamstown Hospital.
More information
To find out more about the conditions we treat and how to refer, see our Vascular Surgery Access and Referral Guidelines.