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✓ About 2 minutes
✓ No obligation
✓ Personal follow-up
Vascular & vein consultation
Start with the right evaluation. Know what comes next.
Request a consultation for an artery, vein, wound or selected image-guided treatment concern. EVSLA will contact you, help match you with the appropriate clinic and explain the next scheduling step.
- Specialist-led careEvaluation by physicians focused on vascular and image-guided treatment.
- Three convenient clinicsChoose Glendale, Simi Valley or La Cañada Flintridge.
- Clear preparation guidanceWe will explain insurance, referral and records needs before your visit.
Prefer to speak with us?(818) 626-3710
Call for scheduling helpDuring clinic business hours
After you send the request
Three simple next steps.
The online form starts the conversation. It does not replace a medical evaluation and it does not commit you to a procedure.
Tell us how to reach you
Share your preferred clinic and a general reason for requesting care—without placing detailed medical information in the form.
Speak with the EVSLA team
A coordinator will contact you to clarify scheduling, insurance or referral requirements and what records may be useful.
Meet with a specialist
Your visit begins with your symptoms and goals. Testing may be recommended before treatment options are discussed.
Reasons patients call
Not sure what your symptoms mean? Start with an evaluation.
You do not need a diagnosis before contacting EVSLA. If one of these concerns sounds familiar, request a consultation and our team will guide you to the appropriate next step.
Leg pain while walking
Cramping, fatigue or aching that improves after rest.
Swelling or heavy legs
Persistent swelling, heaviness, skin changes or one-sided symptoms.
Visible or bulging veins
Varicose or spider veins with discomfort, swelling or cosmetic concern.
A wound that is slow to heal
A foot or leg sore that may need circulation assessment.
Fibroid or pelvic symptoms
Heavy bleeding, pressure or chronic pelvic pain when image-guided care may be considered.
Prostate or varicocele symptoms
Selected men’s health concerns that may have a minimally invasive option.
Your first vascular consultation
Evaluation first. Treatment second.
Your specialist will review the symptom pattern, relevant history and your goals. A physical examination and noninvasive testing may help distinguish an artery problem from a vein, nerve, joint, wound or other condition.
Bring a medication list and any relevant prior imaging or reports you already have.
Bring your photo ID and insurance card so benefits or authorization requirements can be confirmed.
Prepare your questions about diagnosis, testing, alternatives, recovery and expected follow-up.
Your consultation is a decision-making visit—not a promise that a procedure is necessary.
EVSLA physicians
Meet the specialists behind your evaluation.
EVSLA will match your symptoms, testing needs and treatment question with the appropriate specialist and clinic.
Harout Dermendjian, MD
Board-Certified Vascular & Interventional Radiologist
His specialty training includes aortic and peripheral artery disease, women’s and men’s health, oncology and other image-guided treatments.
Kartik Kansagra, MD
Board-Certified Vascular & Interventional Radiologist
His clinical focus includes aortic and peripheral artery disease, complex vascular conditions and minimally invasive image-guided care.
Sipan Mathevosian, MD
Board-Certified Interventional & Diagnostic Radiologist
He completed fellowship training in interventional radiology at UCLA and provides vascular and other image-guided care.
You do not need to choose a physician before requesting care. EVSLA will help identify the appropriate specialist and location when confirming your consultation.
Insurance & referrals
Know what may be needed before your visit.
Coverage rules depend on your plan, the consultation and any testing or treatment later recommended.
EVSLA can review your insurance information and explain what still needs confirmation.
Some HMO or other plans require a referral or prior authorization before specialist care.
Insurance coverage for a consultation does not automatically mean every later service is covered.
Call (818) 626-3710 if you need help understanding the scheduling process.
Choose your clinic
Vascular & vein care close to home.
Request the clinic most convenient for you. Availability and services can vary, and the team will confirm the right location.
02 · Simi Valley
Simi Valley Clinic
2750 Sycamore Dr, Suite 200
Simi Valley, CA 93065
03 · La Cañada Flintridge
La Cañada Flintridge Clinic
1407 Foothill Blvd
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
Questions patients ask
Vascular consultation FAQs
Answers to common questions about scheduling, insurance, testing, and your first visit.
What happens at a first vascular consultation?
Your specialist will ask about your symptoms, medical history, medications and goals, then perform an examination. Depending on the concern, noninvasive testing such as vascular ultrasound or an ankle-brachial index may be recommended before a treatment plan is discussed.
Do I need a referral to see a vascular specialist?
You may request a consultation directly, but some insurance plans require a referral or prior authorization. EVSLA can review the scheduling requirements after receiving your request. A referral requirement is an insurance rule, not a reason to ignore urgent symptoms.
Does insurance cover a vascular or vein consultation?
Many medically necessary consultations and tests may be covered, but benefits, deductibles, referrals and authorizations vary by plan. Coverage should be verified before the visit, and coverage of the consultation does not guarantee coverage of every later service.
What should I bring to my vascular appointment?
Bring a photo ID, insurance card, current medication list, relevant imaging or reports you already have, and the name of any referring clinician. It also helps to write down when symptoms occur, what makes them better or worse and the questions you want answered.
Will I have an ultrasound at my first visit?
Testing depends on the reason for your visit and the clinic schedule. A vascular ultrasound or other noninvasive study may be performed or scheduled when clinically appropriate. The team will explain any preparation instructions in advance.
How long does a vascular consultation take?
Visit length varies because some consultations include noninvasive testing. EVSLA will provide an expected arrival time and preparation details when the appointment is confirmed.
Can I request an appointment for a family member?
You can help a family member start the scheduling process, but EVSLA may need to speak with the patient or an authorized representative before discussing private medical or insurance information.
When should I seek emergency care instead of requesting a consultation?
Call 911 for sudden severe chest, abdominal or back pain; chest pain or sudden shortness of breath; stroke symptoms; or a limb that suddenly becomes cold, pale, numb, weak or severely painful. Do not wait for an online form response in an emergency.
Ready to take the first step? Request your consultation.
Use the short form above, or call EVSLA if you prefer help by phone.