Lawrence Schmetterer MD FACS Thoracic & Vascular Surgery

09/15/2026

My wife insisted I get a check-up. That check-up led to open heart surgery.

Now I'm doing what I do best: documenting the whole thing so you can see what's actually involved, what it feels like, and why it matters.

This is the start of a video series where I'm not just your doctor. I'm walking you through my own surgery, recovery, and what happens next. Real footage. Real experience. Real answers to the questions you're probably asking.

Follow along and subscribe to our YouTube channel for the full series. You'll see exactly what open heart surgery looks like from the inside and get all the details about why routine check-ups can literally save your life.

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09/14/2026

Jim came in for vein treatment and walked out with a whole lot more. Better sleep, better mobility, and a knee replacement he might not need after all.

Now he is back on the golf course, on his feet at work, and confident in his compression stockings.

Ready to see what changes for you? Call or text Melyssa at 330-443-0111 to schedule.

09/11/2026

Today we remember the lives lost on September 11th, 2001. We honor the first responders who ran toward danger to help others.

We recognize the strength of everyone whose lives were forever changed.

We will never forget.

09/10/2026

You don’t need visible veins to have vein disease.

If your legs feel heavy, achy, or tired, there may be hidden circulation issues beneath the surface.

Ultrasound imaging helps us find the problem early, and treat it effectively.

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

09/09/2026

Vein disease doesn't care about gender.

Men get venous insufficiency just as often as women. The difference is that men are less likely to mention symptoms, so they get diagnosed later.

The heaviness in your legs at the end of the day, the aching, the swelling - these aren't just complaints. They're signs your veins need attention.

If you've been pushing through for years, it's time to get checked. Call or text Melyssa at 330-443-0111.

09/08/2026

Sheila came in after months of being sent from one place to another. Rashes, ulcers, throbbing pain, and no real answers. 🩺

By her third treatment, the itching eased. The ulcers began to close. The rash healed. Six months later, she is off the steroids and finally comfortable in her own legs again.

Vein disease can look like a lot of other things. That is why getting the right diagnosis changes everything.

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

09/07/2026

Labor Day celebrates you. The ones who show up every day and give everything.

Nurses. Teachers. Construction workers. First responders. Retail workers. Anyone standing, working, pushing through.

Your dedication matters. You matter.

Thank you.

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

The people behind the pharmacy counter are on their feet just as long as the folks in scrubs. 💊

They deserve a little grace, and honestly, a good pair of compression stockings.

Bonus points if you can guess what is in the thermos. 😄

09/03/2026

If you can't remember the last time you woke up actually rested, your legs might be the reason.

Restless, achy legs at night aren't just annoying - they're a sign your veins need attention. Your circulation is working overtime, and by the time you're trying to sleep, it's catching up with you.

You've probably tried everything to fix your sleep. But if the root cause is your veins, sleep aids won't help.

Testimonial here: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DbvgrJQD38t/

Call or text Melyssa at 330-443-0111.