Lawrence Schmetterer MD FACS Thoracic & Vascular Surgery

Lawrence Schmetterer MD FACS Thoracic & Vascular Surgery Surgical Excellence & Trusted Care for patients in the Mahoning Valley since 1992.

Think of your leg health like a tree 🌳The visible signs, swollen ankles, heavy legs, and varicose veins, are like dying ...
03/31/2026

Think of your leg health like a tree 🌳

The visible signs, swollen ankles, heavy legs, and varicose veins, are like dying leaves. Your veins are the root system of your legs.

When we get to the root of the problem, and the visible signs take care of themselves.

Stronger roots mean healthier branches.
Healthy veins mean healthier legs 🩺

[vascular surgeon, venous insufficiency, varicose veins, vein specialist]

On Doctors’ Appreciation Day, we’re honoring Dr. Lawrence Schmetterer and the journey that led him here. Years of study,...
03/30/2026

On Doctors’ Appreciation Day, we’re honoring Dr. Lawrence Schmetterer and the journey that led him here. Years of study, training, and dedication all rooted in one purpose: caring for people with skill, integrity, and compassion.

From student athlete… to medical graduate… to trusted vascular surgeon serving the Youngstown community.

His patient-first approach means listening carefully, explaining clearly, and treating every individual like family. That commitment has guided him from the classroom to the operating room and continues to shape every consultation today.

Thank you, Dr. Schmetterer, for the heart you bring to vascular care!

🩺 What does progress look like after treatment?For Karen, it means getting back to the things she loves.She's back doing...
03/27/2026

🩺 What does progress look like after treatment?
For Karen, it means getting back to the things she loves.

She's back doing what she enjoys, even putting her expertise to work reviewing Melyssa’s latest sourdough creations.

Karen has spent years judging pies and breads at the Canfield Fair and is an accomplished chef, gardener, musician, and cook.

We are grateful for patients like Karen and proud to be part of journeys that lead back to a fuller, more active life.♥️

03/26/2026

Compression stockings may not be trendy, but they are powerful for vein health.

They support circulation, reduce swelling, and help relieve that heavy, tired feeling, especially after treatment or long days on your feet!

Have you tried them before?

[vascular surgeon, vein specialist, compression stockings, venous insufficiency]

03/25/2026

We officially spun the wheel for our Third Day 30th Anniversary Tour giveaway, and a winner has been selected.

Congratulations to the winner! 🎉
We will be reaching out directly with further details.

Thank you to everyone who entered and shared in this special opportunity!

When you walk through our doors, you are not a chart, a number, or a quick appointment to get through. You are a person,...
03/25/2026

When you walk through our doors, you are not a chart, a number, or a quick appointment to get through. You are a person, and your care is treated that way. 🩺

We take the time to listen to your full story, understand your history, and build a plan that is designed specifically for you. Every patient who comes to us receives the same level of attention, the same quality of care, and the same commitment to getting it right, regardless of where they are in their health journey.

Because that is simply the standard we hold ourselves to 🩺

[vascular surgeon, personalized patient care, vein specialist, venous insufficiency]

Reminder🚨The drawing for the 2 giveaway tickets to the April 3rd Third Day Concert with Zach Williams is happening tomor...
03/24/2026

Reminder🚨

The drawing for the 2 giveaway tickets to the April 3rd Third Day Concert with Zach Williams is happening tomorrow afternoon.

Make sure you get your entries in now so you don’t miss your chance.

Check out the original reel for full instructions on how to enter and secure your spot.

Good luck to everyone who entered!

03/24/2026

🩺☕ It’s National Caffeine Awareness Month. A good reminder that what you consume daily plays a role in your circulation.

Your habits can either support your veins or put added strain on them over time.

If you are noticing changes in your legs, it may be time to take the next step.

📱 Call or text Melyssa at 330-443-0111 to schedule your treatment.

[venous insufficiency, vein health, varicose veins treatment, vascular surgeon]

Spring is here, and so is the perfect time to start protecting your veins 🌸Warmer days mean more opportunities to walk, ...
03/23/2026

Spring is here, and so is the perfect time to start protecting your veins 🌸

Warmer days mean more opportunities to walk, stretch, and get your circulation moving again after a slower winter. Even just 20 minutes of movement outside can make a meaningful difference for your vein health.

If your legs are feeling heavy, achy, or swollen this season, now is the time to get checked, not cover it up 🩺

📱 Call or text Melyssa at 330-443-0111
💻 Book online at schmetterermd.com

[vascular surgeon, vein health, venous insufficiency, circulation health, varicose veins, vein prevention, leg swelling, Youngstown Ohio]

03/20/2026

Want a chance to experience a powerful night of worship this Easter season? 🙏🎶

Win 2 tickets to the Third Day 30th Anniversary Tour with Zach Williams
📍 Covelli Centre, Youngstown
🗓 April 3 at 7:00 PM

A night of faith, music, and community ✨

How to enter:
✔ Like this post
✔ Follow us
✔ Comment “faith” + tag 2 friends
✔ Share to your story

Winner announced March 25!

03/19/2026

Going green sounded simple… until we opened the filing room.

After years of paperwork, the switch to electronic records is officially underway. The future of the office: less paper, more clicks, and a lot more space on those shelves!

03/18/2026

Compression has evolved. Today’s options are made for real life, not just medical use.

From classic styles to sport-friendly designs and easy-zip options, there’s a fit for every routine. The goal is simple: better circulation and easier recovery.

Which style would you choose?

[vascular surgeon, vein specialist, compression stockings, venous insufficiency]

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5671 Mahoning Avenue
Youngstown, OH
44515

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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Surgical Excellence. Trusted Care.

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.