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Dr. Lucas N. Phi, DO is a vascular surgeon in Richland, WA specializing in vascular surgery. He graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2017 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Lucas N. Phi, DO is affiliated with Providence and Kadlec Regional Medical Center.
Angiogram (Angiography)
Angiography is the use of x-rays to examine blood vessels, especially in order to identify any blocked or misshapen vessels that may cause problems. The test itself is called an angiogram. Some of the disorders that angiograms can be used to diagnose include:
During an angiogram, the doctor inserts a very thin, flexible tube called a catheter into a blood vessel through an opening in the groin or arm. The catheter is threaded through the body to the site of the suspected problem, where a small amount of dye is injected into the bloodstream and x-rays are taken. The dye makes the surrounding blood vessels visible via x-ray.
If necessary, certain procedures can be performed after an angiogram while the catheter is in place. Angioplasty is the use of a catheter to widen narrowed or blocked arteries. Stents are like tiny coiled springs that hold blood vessels open, and they can be placed during a catheterization. Damaged heart valves can also be repaired or replaced.
A typical angiogram takes about an hour to perform, but it may be longer if the catheterization is used to perform procedures on the blood vessels. It may be uncomfortable at times but is usually not painful. Afterwards, patients may be monitored for up to six hours to make sure any bleeding from the insertion site has stopped. They are given fluids to help flush the dye from their body. For a day or two after an angiogram it is important for patients to drink plenty of fluids and keep strenuous activity to a minimum.
Angioplasty
Angioplasty is a common, minimally invasive procedure performed to restore blood flow in arteries and veins that have become narrowed or blocked. Age or illness can cause plaque to build up at certain spots within the veins and arteries, and if enough collects, it can restrict the flow of blood. Angioplasty uses a tiny balloon at the end of a small, flexible tube to inflate within the narrowed section and open it up again.
Angioplasty may be performed in several different areas of the body and for a variety of reasons, most often:
During angioplasty, a patient is given a sedative while lying on a table under an x-ray machine. A catheter (a thin, flexible, and hollow tube) is inserted into the patient's skin in the arm or groin and guided into the blocked artery. Dye is injected via the catheter, and x-rays are used to position the tip of the catheter exactly at the blockage. The tiny balloon is guided through the catheter and inflated with saline. It pushes the plaque out of the way, squishing it against the walls of the artery. The balloon may be inflated and deflated several times to let blood pass by. A stent, a tiny tube of metal mesh like a spring, may be inserted to help keep the artery open. Then the x-ray is used again to check that blood is flowing properly, the catheter is removed, and the tiny incision is bandaged.
There are no nerves within veins and arteries, so an angioplasty is generally not painful. However, there may be some discomfort at the site of the incision and when the balloon is inflated. Overall, angioplasty is a very effective and low-risk procedure, useful for helping patients avoid more difficult bypass surgery.
Dr. Lucas N. Phi, DO graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2017. He completed residency at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery, Vascular Surgery and has a state license in Washington.
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (2017)
Residency: Arnot Ogden Medical Center (2022)
Board Certification: American Board of Surgery, Vascular Surgery
Licensed In: Washington
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Dr. Lucas N. Phi, DO appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, CIGNA PPO, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, TRICARE, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, First Health, Regence, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, Asuris Northwest Health PPO, Premera PPO, Naphcare, Moda PPO, Evernorth PPO and First Choice PPO.
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Dr. Lucas Phi specializes in vascular surgery and practices in Richland, WA. Areas of expertise for Dr. Phi include renal artery stenosis, ankle brachial index (ABI), and surgical repair. He appears to be in-network for Regence, Blue California, United Healthcare PPO, and more. Dr. Phi studied medicine at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Phi's professional affiliations include Kadlec Regional Medical Center and Providence.
