The reduced circulation of blood to a body part other than the heart is referred to as peripheral arterial disease. This condition is the result of the gradual buildup of plaque within the arteries that significantly reduces the blood flow to a specific organ or body part such as the brain, arms, abdomen, kidneys and legs. Peripheral arterial disease usually arises in patients with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and obesity. Poor lifestyle choices like smoking, a diet rich in fat, and inactivity also increase risk for peripheral arterial disease. This is a very serious condition because it can increase an individual's risk of a heart attack or stroke by up to six-fold. At PULSE, Dr. Majeed specializes in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of peripheral arterial disease by providing cutting-edge treatments that improve your overall survival and quality of life.