Joint and Vascular Institute

04/29/2026

Your knees aren't just "getting old." They might be sending you a very specific message. 🧠👇🏽

If your pain is:

🔹 Worse in the morning or after sitting → that's stiffness from inflammation
🔹 Aching after a walk but easing with rest → classic sign of osteoarthritis
🔹 Swelling that comes and goes → your body is responding to ongoing irritation in the joint

These aren't random symptoms. They're signs that abnormal blood vessels may be fueling chronic inflammation inside your knee — and that's exactly what G*E is designed to treat.

Don't just push through it. Understand it. Then do something about it. ❤️
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04/28/2026

At Joint Vascular Institute, we don't just perform procedures - we help define what's possible in musculoskeletal embolization. ❤️

Our physicians are active participants in clinical research, contributing real-world data that advances care for patients with chronic joint and tendon pain.

Here's a look at the studies we're currently involved in:

⭐G*E Prospective Registry
Tracking long-term outcomes for patients undergoing Genicular Artery Embolization for chronic knee pain.

⭐HAE Prospective Registry
Correction: HAE = Hemorrhoid Artery Embolization (not hip). JVI is part of a national registry tracking outcomes for this minimally invasive hemorrhoid treatment.

⭐Other-MSK Prospective Registry
Expanding the research to include embolization of the shoulder, ankle, and other joints - capturing outcomes across the full spectrum of MSK applications.

⭐RESORB Trial
A randomized controlled study comparing G*E to intra-articular corticosteroid knee injection. This trial is actively enrolling, and participation is provided at no cost to the patient - meaning if you've been denied insurance coverage for G*E, this may be a pathway worth exploring. Reach out to our team to learn more about eligibility.

⭐TriNav for G*E in an Office-Based Lab Setting
A pilot study evaluating the safety and efficacy of the TriNav device for G*E performed in an office-based lab - an important step toward making this procedure more accessible.

⭐Plantar Artery Embolization with LipioJoint for Chronic Heel Pain
An early feasibility study examining embolization as a treatment for chronic plantar fasciitis - a condition that often goes undertreated despite significantly impacting quality of life.

⭐Achilles Tendinopathy Embolization (ATE) with LipioJoint
An early feasibility study exploring embolization for chronic Achilles tendinopathy, offering a potential option for patients who haven't responded to conservative care.

Participation in clinical research reflects our commitment to evidence-based medicine and to offering patients access to innovative treatments that may not yet be widely available.

If you'd like to learn more about any of these studies - or find out whether you may be eligible to participate - contact our team directly.

04/27/2026

POV: It's the day after your G*E procedure and… 😳

✅ You slept in your own bed last night
✅ You're walking around the house
✅ There's a tiny bandage on your leg — that's it
✅ Your family keeps asking "wait, it's already done?"
✅ You're wondering why you waited so long

This is the reality for most G*E patients. No dramatic recovery montage. No hospital gown for days. Just a quiet, confident step toward less pain and more life.

Ready for your POV moment? 📞 (847) 584-3959

04/24/2026

JVI isn't a hospital. It's not a massive health system. And that's by design. 🏥✨

Drs. Ahmed and Patel built Joint & Vascular Institute as an outpatient-based practice so that every detail, from scheduling to procedure to follow-up, could revolve around the patient, not the system.

Here's what that looks like in practice:

🤝🏽 You see the same physicians from consultation through treatment
🕐 No long hospital waits — procedures happen in a streamlined, purpose-built setting
📞 Questions after your visit? You reach our team directly — not a call center

It's academic-level expertise with a patient-first experience. That combination is rare — and it's exactly why patients are traveling from across the Midwest to get here.

See what makes us different → jointvascular.com

04/22/2026

From excruciating pain to having a "pep in her step" - this is why we do what we do. 💙

This brave patient came to us after trying everything for her plantar fasciitis:

✓ Physical therapy
✓ Pain medications
✓ Every gadget available
✓ Dry needling
✓ Cortisone shots

Nothing worked. Her pain was at a 10+ every single day.

Today? She stands all day at work with minimal discomfort and feels like herself again. 🌟

If you're struggling with chronic foot pain that's holding you back from living your best life, you don't have to suffer in silence. There are solutions, and there is hope.

Ready to take your first step toward pain-free living? Contact us today to schedule your consultation and discover how we can help you get your life back.

04/20/2026

Walking into a new doctor's office can feel overwhelming — especially when you've already been through the cycle of treatments that didn't stick. Here's what we want you to know before you even sit down. ❤️

1️⃣ You don't need a referral to see us. You can call JVI directly and schedule a consultation on your own.

2️⃣ We'll be honest with you. If G*E isn't the right fit, we'll tell you — and we'll help point you in the right direction. No pressure, no upsell.

3️⃣ Your imaging tells a story. Bring any recent X-rays or MRIs you have. If you don't have them, we'll help coordinate what's needed.

That's it. No hoops. No runaround.
Call (847) 584-3959 — we'll take it from there.

04/17/2026

Be honest… if you have arthritis knee pain, you've searched at least one of these. 😅

🔍 "knee pain won't go away"
🔍 "am I too young for a knee replacement"
🔍 "knee crunching sound is that normal"
🔍 "how to walk without limping"
🔍 "minimally invasive knee treatment near me"

If that last one brought you here — welcome. You're in the right place. 👋🏽

G*E is the procedure most people haven't heard of yet but wish they'd found sooner. No surgery. No hospital stay. Just targeted, research-backed relief for knee osteoarthritis.

Stop Googling. Start healing.
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04/16/2026

Checking out of with a wealth of new data and clinical breakthroughs.

🙌🏼It was a milestone week for the Joint and Vascular Institute as we led critical conversations on the future of pain management.

Highlights from the floor:

🔵Leading the Dialogue: Both Dr. Mikin Patel and Dr. Osman Ahmed took the stage, with Dr. Os moderating the standing-room-only session on knee pain alongside Dr. Dana Dunleavy.

🔵 Global Perspectives: Dr. Okuno and Dr. Gerard Goh - the founders of VENTI in Japan - brought world-class insights on embolization to the SIR stage.

🔵Collaboration in Action: Our team enjoyed catching up with colleagues like Dr. Zachary McCormick from the University of Utah. Bridging the gap between IR and Physical Medicine & Rehab is how we provide the most comprehensive care for our patients.

🔵 The Next Generation: Dr. Os and Patel were joined by our research fellow, Layth, celebrating his very first SIR event!

From advanced MSK interventions to the latest in limb preservation, we are bringing these global innovations back home to our patients.

Society of Interventional Radiology

04/15/2026

Not sure if G*E is right for you? Here's a quick self-check.

You may be a good candidate if:
✔️ You have knee osteoarthritis (mild to moderate)
✔️ Physical therapy, injections, or medications haven't given lasting relief
✔️ You're not ready for (or not a candidate for) knee replacement
✔️ You want to stay active without the recovery time of major surgery

The best way to know for sure? A consultation with our team. We'll review your imaging, talk through your symptoms, and give you an honest assessment.

Call (847) 584-3959 or visit jointvascular.com today

04/13/2026

Curious what happens during a G*E procedure? Here's the breakdown.
👇🏽

1️⃣ A tiny catheter is inserted through a pinhole in the skin - usually at the upper thigh

2️⃣ Using real-time imaging, your physician navigates to the genicular arteries supplying the knee

3️⃣ Microscopic particles are injected to reduce abnormal blood flow to the inflamed joint lining

4️⃣ The catheter is removed. A small bandage is placed. That's it.

No general anesthesia. No incisions. No hardware in your body.

⏱️ The procedure takes about 1–2 hours
🏠 You go home the same day
🚶🏽 Most patients return to normal activity within days

Questions? Our team is happy to walk you through it. Call (847) 584-3959.

04/10/2026

Excited to share this announcement! Dr. Ahmed and Patel are partnering with Dr. Yuji Okuno, the pioneer of genicular artery embolization, and CUC America to expand access to MSK embolization and minimally invasive pain treatment nationwide through a growing network of Office-Based Laboratories. 🙌🏽 🌎

This collaboration brings together the global clinical foundation of embolotherapy with U.S.-based interventional leadership to standardize protocols, train physicians, and reach patients who have run out of options for chronic musculoskeletal pain.

“Our goal is to expand access to minimally invasive therapies that can meaningfully improve patients’ quality of life," said Dr. Ahmed. "By combining clinical innovation with a scalable care model, we have an opportunity to redefine how musculoskeletal conditions are treated and bring these advanced options to a much broader population.”

This initiative is separate from the Joint & Vascular Institute, but reflects the same commitment to advancing minimally invasive care. We're proud to support Dr. Ahmed and Dr. Patel's work in pushing this field forward! 😃

Read the full press release:

Global pioneer of embolotherapy and leading U.S. interventional radiologist join forces with CUC America to build a scalable Office-Based Laboratory (OBL) platform

04/10/2026

If someone told you to just manage the pain and wait until your knees are bad enough for replacement — you deserve a second opinion. ❤️

Knee osteoarthritis is progressive. But "watch and wait" isn't your only option between failed injections and major surgery.

✨ G*E exists in that gap. It's a minimally invasive, same-day procedure that targets inflammation at the source — and the published research behind it continues to grow. ✨

At JVI, we believe patients shouldn't have to hit rock bottom before they get relief. If you're living with chronic knee pain, let's talk about what's possible now.

Call (847) 584-3959 or visit jointvascular.com.