Kevin Pho, MD 2/24/2026

The vascular surgeon shortage: Why amputations are rising

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This article details the growing shortage of vascular surgeons in the U.S., explaining how limited access to this specialty leads to preventable amputations and worse outcomes for conditions like PAD. It highlights the structural causes of the shortage, its disproportionate impact on rural and low-income communities, and the projected increase in demand as the population ages.

The vascular surgeon shortage: Why amputations are rising

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