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Lawrence Schmetterer MD FACS Thoracic & Vascular Surgery

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Lawrence Schmetterer MD FACS Thoracic & Vascular Surgery

Surgical Excellence & Trusted Care for patients in the Mahoning Valley since 1992.

12/30/2025

Leg discomfort caused by poor circulation doesn’t mean you should avoid movement.

Regular walking can help improve blood flow and increase endurance over time.

Walk until discomfort begins, rest briefly, then continue.

Consistency matters, and many people notice improvement within a few months!

[vascular surgeon, peripheral artery disease, PAD treatment, circulation health, leg pain, walking therapy, Youngstown Ohio]

12/29/2025

We’re grateful for patients like Gene who trust us with their care.

From flexible scheduling to personalized treatment, our goal is to make vein and vascular care as seamless and stress-free as possible.

Thank you, Gene, for sharing your experience and for letting us be part of your journey to better leg health.

📞 Call or text Melyssa at 330-443-0111 to schedule your consultation.
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[keywords: vascular surgeon, vein specialist, leg pain treatment, venous insufficiency, varicose veins, Youngstown Ohio]

12/26/2025

Have you heard of the NIMBL by Tactile Medical?

It’s an advanced lower-body pneumatic compression device designed to help patients manage chronic leg swelling, lymphedema, and symptoms related to venous disease, right from home.

NIMBL delivers targeted, sequential compression to help move excess fluid, reduce heaviness, and improve circulation. It’s portable, easy to set up, and allows patients to support their vascular health between office visits with consistent, effective therapy.

For many patients, especially those dealing with chronic swelling, NIMBL can make daily life more comfortable and help maintain long-term results from in-office treatments.

If you think this might be helpful for your symptoms, we’re happy to guide you through next steps.

Call or text Melyssa 📞 at 330-443-0111 for more information.

[chronic venous insufficiency, lymphedema management, leg circulation support, compression therapy, vascular wellness,]

12/25/2025

Persistent symptoms like aching or heavy legs, swelling in your ankles, tender or bulging veins, skin changes, or nighttime cramps may signal underlying vein disease.

If these signs sound familiar, it’s time to get them checked.

For general questions or to schedule an appointment, call or text Melyssa 📞 at 330-443-0111.

[vascular surgeon, vein specialist, arterial disease, venous insufficiency, Youngstown Ohio, leg pain treatment, varicose vein care]

12/24/2025

As the holiday season arrives, we want to thank our patients, our team, and our community for the trust, kindness, and support you show us every day ❤️

Wishing everyone a season filled with good health, peace, and a joyful start to the new year ✨🎄

12/23/2025

Tammy is already feeling real relief after vein treatment, less heaviness, easier movement, and everyday tasks feeling easier again.

That’s the kind of progress we love to see.

If leg pain or swelling has been holding you back, now is a great time to take the first step.

📞 Call or text Melyssa at 330-443-0111

[vascular surgeon, vein specialist, venous insufficiency, leg pain treatment, patient success, Youngstown Ohio]

12/22/2025

Compression stockings can help manage symptoms and support circulation, but they don’t cure vein disease.

They’re an important part of care helping reduce swelling, heaviness, and discomfort but only proper medical treatment can correct damaged vein valves and restore healthy blood flow.

If you’re ready for long-term results, let’s talk about treatment options that go beyond symptom relief.

📞 Call or text Melyssa at 330-443-0111 to schedule your consultation.

[vascular surgeon, vein specialist, venous disease, circulation health, Youngstown Ohio, varicose vein treatment, leg pain relief]

12/19/2025

The answer is always Melyssa.
At the end of the year, she’s how we manage to squeeze everyone in so patients can complete their treatments!

[vascular surgeon, vein specialist, patient care, scheduling support, medical team, compassionate care, team moments]

12/18/2025

When you’re mid-vent and someone walks by so you instantly switch to ✨professional mode✨

Oscar-worthy performance. Every time.

[vascular surgeon, vein specialist, arterial disease, venous insufficiency, Youngstown Ohio, leg pain treatment, varicose vein care]

12/17/2025

Behind the scenes, every detail matters. Preparing medications and tools is an important part of vein care, ensuring that each procedure is safe, effective, and tailored to the patient.

Treatments are minimally invasive, performed right here, and designed to get you back on your feet quickly.

📞 Call or text Melyssa at 330-443-0111
💻 Learn more: schmetterermd.com

[vascular surgeon, vein specialist, arterial disease, venous insufficiency, Youngstown Ohio, leg pain treatment, varicose vein care]

12/16/2025

Leg swelling isn’t always caused by just one issue.

This patient had both primary lymphedema and venous insufficiency, creating phlebolymphedema, when both systems fail to drain properly.

With a personalized plan including ultrasound, compression therapy, and targeted vein treatment, we can help restore circulation and comfort.

📞 Call or text Melyssa at 330-443-0111 to learn more about your options.

[vascular surgeon, vein specialist, arterial disease, venous insufficiency, Youngstown Ohio, leg pain treatment, varicose vein care]

12/15/2025

What’s one health goal you want support with as we head into 2026?

Whether it’s improving leg pain, reducing swelling, boosting energy, or building healthier routines, share your resolution in the comments below.

Dr. Lawrence will be answering your submissions with simple, expert tips to help you start the new year with confidence and clarity.

Drop your 2026 health resolution and stay tuned for his video responses.

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Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
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It was all timing.

In 1969, I was 13 years old. Dr. Michael DeBakey at the Baylor College of Medicine in Texas had developed the first artificial heart, which was successfully implanted into a human patient. Around this time, my grandfather traveled to Texas to undergo a vascular bypass operation by this ground breaking physician, Dr. DeBakey. For me, these events were amazing and captivating, and the surgeon was larger than life. I was fascinated that a world famous surgeon had operated on my grandfather. At that time, in 7th grade science class, we were studying the cardiovascular system. Our teacher brought to class a cow’s heart and lungs. She opened the heart, revealing the chambers, valves and the great vessels. She blew air into the trachea (windpipe) inflating the lungs. It was beautiful, science, and powerful. It was a matter of timing. At that moment I knew my future. Nothing mattered more to me than becoming a surgeon trained to repair cardiovascular disease for those in need. And now, nothing matters more to me than helping you.

For over 26 years, I have been fortunate to call the Mahoning Valley, “Home,” and bring my skills to help those in need. Throughout my studies at Duke University and Oxford, as well at medical school at the University of Illinois in Chicago through completion of my training at University of Southern California, I was determined to be the most compassionate and knowledgable cardiovascular disease physician. I bring this same determination to every encounter with my patients, both at my office and the hospitals of Salem Regional Medical Center, Trumbull Regional Medical Center and St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, where I am grateful to practice.

My calling to be a thoracic and vascular surgeon was a discovery I made at an early age. I made another amazing discover in 1994 where I found my wife, Dr. Susan Woods, and raised our two amazing sons here in Youngstown. Timing is everything, and I hope you will take the time to discover the compassionate care and medical expertise our team can offer you here in the Mahoning Valley. Visit us at www.schmetterermd.com to learn more or to schedule a consult.