Dr. Jerry Light
Peripheral Vascular Sugery
Bedford, TX
38 years experience male
Locations
Office
Bedford, TX
About
Bio
Board Certified in Vascular Surgery. Special interest in varicose veins, dialysis access, minimally invasive endovascular procedures, and aortic aneurysm repair. My wife, Denise keeps me in line (and sane). Two great kids (now grown) keep me on my toes. Playing golf keeps me humble.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Peripheral Vascular Sugery
Vascular Surgery
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Peripheral Vascular Sugery 38 years experience
Many Causes: There are many types of aneurysms. Most publicized are aortic aneurysms and cerebral or brain aneurysms; however, they can occur in just about any art... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Smoking: The main cause of arterial blockages is the condition known as atherosclerosis, commonly called hardening of the arteries. The major preventable or mo... Read More
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Less invasive way: Mitral valve replacement is being done through small groin incisions (percutaneously) in specialized centers around the country. This is not suitable ... Read More
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Need more info: Many things can cause numbness like you describe. Most common at your age would be neuropathy, especially if you are diabetic. Discuss your symptoms w... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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What is best for you: Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis are both effective, and both have pros and cons. Hemodialysis is generally done at a dialysis center three times ... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Genes and lifestyle: There are inherited and environmental risk factors. The most common modifiable risk factor is smoking. Other risk factors are age, diabetes, hypertens... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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5-6 cm: Generally, these are fixed when they get to be 5-6 cm in diameter; however, other factors may apply, such as presence of a congenital condition such a... Read More
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Aneurysm : You may be referring to areas in the dialysis graft or fistula which can form called aneurysms or pseudoaneurysms. The fistula can become dilated and ... Read More
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A 36-year-old male asked:
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Quit: Quit smoking and walk daily to increase the distance you can walk.
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Yes: Low hemoglobin (anemia) can be due to a variety of causes. As long as the reason for your low blood count is not due to bleeding, then anticoagulation... Read More
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Three to five days: In general, the effects of warfarin (coumadin) last for three to five days after stopping the medication.
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A 38-year-old female asked:
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Not a good idea: Coumadin (warfarin) is a vit k antagonist. In other words, it works to thin the blood by blocking vit k. Taking vit k will make the Coumadin (warfarin... Read More
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Maybe not : There is a condition called temporal arteritis that can cause tenderness in that area. This is a blood vessel disease due to inflammation. See your do... Read More
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Both: Most people feel tired or drained immediately during or after dialysis, but overall feel as if they have more energy than before they started on dialy... Read More
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Yes: Hiv patients are not segregated from the other patients. All of the dialysis personnel use "universal precautions" and there is minimal risk of any bl... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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It doesn't have to: Many people on dialysis are gainfully employed. The important thing is that your employer is understanding and flexible enough with your schedule to a... Read More
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Lots of Choices: Usually, initial treatments are conservative, exercise, cessation of smoking, medicines to make the blood flow better and to reduce cholesterol. More ... Read More
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Probably not his AAA: A burning sensation in the stomach is usually due to reflux or heartburn. This is very common and not related to the repair; however, if he is concern... Read More
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No number: Sometimes people have "acute" problems with their kidneys requiring dialysis. The dialysis allows the body to get rid of poisons that the kidneys cann... Read More
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Yes: Many people on dialysis are gainfully employed. The important thing is that your employer is understanding and flexible enough with your schedule to a... Read More
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Yes: Even those on dialysis produce some urine. A dialysis patient may urinate more than once daily, or only every few days, depending on residual kidney f... Read More
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No: The bump (aneurysm) will not go away unless it is repaired, surgically in most cases.
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Several Codes: There are several codes which apply to peritoneal dialysis. 4055f refers to a patient receiving peritoneal dialysis. 90945 & 90947 are physician charg... Read More
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Organ Donation: If the patent is truly "brain dead" and not just in a coma, the only reason to continue artificial breathing and dialysis would be if the patient's ot... Read More
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Peripheral Artery Ds: Pad refers to "peripheral arterial disease". It is a catch all term and not very specific. Most people with pad have atherosclerosis (commonly known a... Read More
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No limit: Dialysis patients commonly live for many years, and death is usually due to other causes.
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Fluid shifts: Most attribute leg muscle cramps during or after dialysis to the shifting of fluid out of the muscle cells as excess fluid is removed during dialysis ... Read More
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The entire flight: You should wear the compression stockings for the entire flight and don't take them off until you get home or to your destination. Also, try to get up... Read More
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No, probably not: While compressions stockings should help in the prevention of venous blood clots, their use should not hide or mask the signs and symptoms of a clot i... Read More
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Swelling and pain: The most common symptoms of blood clots in the leg, otherwise known as venous thrombosis, are swelling and pain. Unfortunately, these are not very spe... Read More
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Indirect: If your COPD is due to smoking, then there is an indirect relationship. Smoking is a major cause of poor circulation or pad as it is popularly called.... Read More
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Heart or leg: There are two kinds of embolus, venous and arterial. A venous embolism usually comes from a blood clot in the leg or pelvis which breaks loose and tra... Read More
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Surface vein clot: Superficial thrombophlebitis is a blood clot in a superficial vein, just below the surface of the skin. It is most common in the leg in a preexisting ... Read More
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Probably not: If your nephrologist feels that your kidneys have deteriorated to the point where they cannot get rid of the metabolic poisons that your body produces... Read More
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Yes: Many patients do sleep while on the hemodialysis machine. Some patients do home hemodiaysis and they can time it whenever they wish. Important to make... Read More
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Probably: Whether you have to start dialysis depends on how bad your kidneys are failing as well as other medical problems you have. The worst kidney failure is... Read More
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Follow MD advice: Every case is different, so it would be impossible to say specifically what is best for your dad. However, it is extremely important that he follow th... Read More
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Yes: Lots of dialysis patients take these drugs for atherosclerotic conditions to decrease the platelets from clumping together.
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Unknown: It is not possible to estimate life expectancy based on the information given. Lots of patients with stage 4 CKD live for years without having to star... Read More
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Probably: You should check with the surgeon who did the tummy tuck; you may be developing a hernia or excessive scar tissue.
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Many signs : There are many signs of bad circulation. If you are concerned that you may have this condition, tell your doctor about your concerns and any symptoms ... Read More
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Hard to say: I assume you had a foam sclerotherapy injection. Generally in klippel trenauny syndrome, treatments of the superficial veins are limited to those that... Read More
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Need more info: The specific artery or vein which was angioplastied would determine what precautions, lifestyle changes, etc. Would be needed. In general, if the acce... Read More
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Multiple issues: Older adults on dialysis tend to be sicker and have more associated health problems. This may adversely affect how well they do on dialysis. In additi... Read More
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Depends on severity: Lots of people have some degree of CRF (chronic renal failure), also known as CKD or chronic kidney disease. Ckd is grouped into stages, the most seve... Read More
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Wrong leg swollen: Lots of things can cause your leg to swell. There seem to be several in your history that might effect the left leg, but i cannot speculate as to the ... Read More
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Inflammation: Vasculitis is literally an inflammatory condition involving blood vessels. There are many types which can be quite benign or can cause major problems ... Read More
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More than Vaseline: I love aquaphor, especially for dry skin associated with venous disease. It contains petrolatum (vaseline) as well as other proprietary ingredients fo... Read More
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Not common: While it is common for patients on hemodialysis to get low BP and dizziness during treatments, it really shouldn't happen during pd unless you are rem... Read More
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Low blood pressure: The most common cause is probably low blood pressure during treatment. Another cause could be low blood sugar, especially in diabetics.
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Aug 16, 2013
An incredible surgeon, an excellent leader and kind, caring person. Highly recommend.
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Light is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Light is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you but Im having severe pain tho,so much so that i can hardly walk,is this classed as normal or is it something more severe
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! I appreciate that you provided actual insights of what I can do if the emergency arises.
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Tulane University School of Medicine, LA
Graduated 1985MD
Residency
TULANE MEDICAL CENTER
Awards
Top Vascular Surgeon , Second Place, Texas - Winter
2013
Top Vascular Surgeon , Second Place, Texas - Summer
2013
HealthTap Founding Doctor
Affiliations
Texas Health Physicians Group
Southern Association for Vascular Surgery
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