DR. PIOTR STARAKIEWICZ MD
NPI 1912360447
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Montgomery, AL

This service involves a physician administering medication to lower your consciousness during a procedure. It's done for your comfort and safety. The drug's effects last about 15 minutes, so additional doses may be given as needed.

A tunneled central venous tube replacement is a procedure where an existing tube, used to deliver medication or nutrition directly to a large vein, is replaced. This is done under local anesthesia and involves inserting a new tube through a small incision.

This procedure involves inserting a needle or tube into your hemodialysis circuit, a system that cleans your blood when your kidneys can't. A balloon is then used to widen a narrow section of this circuit. A radiologist reviews the procedure to ensure accuracy.

This procedure involves inserting a needle or tube into your hemodialysis circuit, which is part of the system that cleans your blood when your kidneys can't. A radiologist, a doctor specialized in imaging techniques, will review the process to ensure everything is correct.

This procedure involves eliminating a blood clot in your hemodialysis circuit, ensuring smooth blood flow. A balloon tube is used to widen the dialysis segment if needed. Images are taken and reviewed by a radiologist to confirm successful completion.

Balloon dilation of a vein is a procedure where a small balloon is inserted into a narrowed vein. Once in place, the balloon is inflated to widen the vein and improve blood flow. The procedure is overseen by a radiologist, who uses imaging techniques to ensure accurate placement of the balloon. This is done on the initial vein requiring treatment.

A tunneled central venous tube removal is a procedure to take out a long, thin tube that was previously placed in a large vein in your body. This tube helps deliver medication or nutrition. The removal is usually quick and done under local anesthesia.

This is a procedure to improve your dialysis treatment. If a blood clot blocks your dialysis circuit, it's removed or dissolved. If the dialysis segment is narrow, a balloon is used to widen it. Sometimes, a stent is placed to keep it open. A radiologist reviews all these steps to ensure accuracy.

This procedure involves a radiologist examining images of your arm or leg arteries. These images are obtained through a non-invasive method, like an ultrasound or CT scan. The radiologist reviews these images to identify any abnormalities, such as blockages or narrowing, which can affect blood flow.

This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a chest or arm artery. It is done to monitor blood pressure, take blood samples, or deliver medications. The tube may also be inserted into each first order branch, which are the initial divisions of the main artery.

Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device insertion or removal is a procedure where a special X-ray, called a fluoroscope, is used to help accurately place or remove a device in a central vein. This device aids in delivering medications or collecting blood samples.

This service involves a physician administering medication to lower your consciousness during a procedure. It's done for your comfort and safety. The drug's effects last about 15 minutes, so additional doses may be given as needed.

Balloon dilation of a vein is a procedure where a small balloon is inserted into a narrowed vein. Once in place, the balloon is inflated to widen the vein and improve blood flow. The procedure is overseen by a radiologist, who uses imaging techniques to ensure accurate placement of the balloon. This is done on the initial vein requiring treatment.

This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to examine the blood flow in your arteries and veins on both sides of your body. It's crucial for preparing for hemodialysis access, ensuring safe and effective treatment.

This procedure involves placing a needle or tube into your hemodialysis circuit, a system used to clean your blood when kidneys are not working properly. A stent, a small tube, is then inserted into the dialysis segment to keep it open. A radiologist reviews the process to ensure accuracy.