SERVING BAYSIDE, QUEENS

Vascular & Orthopedic Care for Bayside, Queens — Without the Trip Into Manhattan

Vascular, orthopedic, and minimally invasive care for Bayside patients — at our Forest Hills office.

If you live in Bayside, you already know the value of staying close to home. Between the quiet residential blocks off Bell Boulevard and the easy run down the Cross Island Parkway, this corner of northeast Queens rewards people who'd rather not battle bridge traffic for everyday errands — and the same logic applies to your medical care. At M&S Vascular and Orthopedic Group, Bayside residents can reach experienced specialists at our Forest Hills office without ever crossing into Manhattan.

We focus on the kinds of problems that tend to build slowly: an aching knee that no longer cooperates on the walk to the LIRR station, heavy or swollen legs after a long day, leg cramps that show up on a stroll through Alley Pond Park, or shoulder pain that has started limiting how you move. Many of these conditions can be addressed with minimally invasive, image-guided procedures, often on an outpatient basis — an approach that aims to relieve symptoms while keeping recovery as straightforward as possible.

Our team brings together vascular surgery, interventional radiology, orthopedic surgery, and sports medicine under one roof. For Bayside patients, that means a single, convenient practice for everything from knee replacement alternatives to vein care and embolization, with care decisions made by physicians who treat your situation individually rather than reaching for one default answer.

Why Bayside Patients Choose M&S

  • A short, predictable drive from Bayside down the Long Island Expressway or Grand Central Parkway — no tolls, tunnels, or Manhattan parking
  • Specialty vascular and orthopedic care close to home, so you skip the city commute that a Manhattan hospital would require
  • Many procedures are minimally invasive and outpatient, meaning Bayside patients can often head home the same day
  • One practice covering knee pain, vein and artery care, and embolization — fewer scattered appointments across the borough

Your nearest office

76-55 Austin Street

Forest Hills, NY 11375

(718) 897-2228

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Getting here: From Bayside, our Forest Hills office is a straightforward drive west, generally via the Long Island Expressway or the Grand Central Parkway toward the Forest Hills area near Austin Street. If you prefer transit, the Long Island Rail Road from Bayside connects toward central Queens for a connection to the neighborhood.

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Services for Bayside

Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) for Knee PainNon-Surgical Knee Pain TreatmentKnee Replacement AlternativesPeripheral Artery Disease (PAD) TreatmentVaricose Vein TreatmentVenous Insufficiency & Leg Swelling CareUterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE)Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE)Orthopedic Surgery & Sports MedicineShoulder Pain Care (SAE)Interventional Radiology

Your Care Team

Mehran Manouel, MD, FAAOS

Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine

Amir Salem, MD

Vascular & Interventional Radiology

Marisa Formica, MD

Sports Medicine & Non-Surgical Orthopedics

Frequently Asked Questions

Bayside Patients Ask

How do I get to your office from Bayside?
Our Forest Hills office is a relatively short drive west of Bayside, typically via the Long Island Expressway or Grand Central Parkway toward Austin Street. Many patients find the trip far easier than commuting into Manhattan, with no tolls or tunnel traffic. We're happy to help with directions when you schedule.
I have knee arthritis but want to avoid surgery. What are my options?
Depending on your situation, you may be a candidate for non-surgical approaches such as Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure that may help reduce knee osteoarthritis pain. It is not right for everyone, so we evaluate each patient individually and discuss whether it or another knee-pain treatment fits your needs.
Do you treat varicose veins and leg swelling for Bayside patients?
Yes. We care for varicose veins, venous insufficiency, and related leg swelling using minimally invasive, often outpatient methods. If heavy, achy, or swollen legs are bothering you, an evaluation can help identify the cause and the appropriate treatment options.
Are these procedures outpatient, or will I need a hospital stay?
Many of the interventional and vascular procedures we offer are minimally invasive and performed on an outpatient basis, so patients often go home the same day. Your physician will explain what to expect for your specific procedure, including any recovery guidance.

Also serving nearby Queens communities

DouglastonLittle NeckAuburndaleFlushingWhitestoneFresh Meadows

Schedule from Bayside

Call our Forest Hills office to book with Dr. Manouel, Dr. Salem, or Dr. Formica.

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