Frequently Asked Questions

  • Embolization is a minimally invasive medical procedure that deliberately blocks blood flow within a blood vessel to treat a variety of conditions. The goal is to reduce or stop blood supply to a target area—such as a tumor, an abnormal blood vessel, or a site of bleeding—by introducing materials that occlude (plug) the vessel.

  • Patients experience minimal discomfort during the procedure. Procedures are performed through a pinhole incision in the blood vessel after local anesthesia is given. Moderate sedation ("twilight sedation") is given to help you relax and calm your nerves during the procedure, which allows fast recovery and avoid side effects of general anesthesia.

  • Most procedures take between 30 to 90 minutes. Recovery is a minimum of 30 minutes. Patients can plan on spending 2-3 hours in the office before returning home.

  • Dr. Wong has performed 1500+ embolization procedures and has extensive experience training with leaders in the field. He combines experience with a compassionate, individualized approach to deliver outcomes that matter — improved health, clearer understanding, and a better quality of life.

    What patient-centered care with Dr. Wong looks like:

    • Personal attention from the first visit: Appointments are structured to allow time for your full story — symptoms, concerns, lifestyle, and goals — so no detail is overlooked.

    • Shared decision-making: Dr. Wong explains options in plain language, reviews risks and benefits, and collaborates with you to choose the plan that best fits your values and life circumstances.

    • Individualized care plans: Diagnostics and treatments are tailored to your unique health profile, not standardized checklists. Prevention, therapy, and follow-up are designed around your needs and priorities.

  • The majority of patients experience little to no discomfort after the procedure. Depending on the procedure, some patients may experience a mild fever, fatigue, or temporary worsening of symptoms for the first week that resolves after 7-10 days.

  • Most procedures are covered by Medicare and can vary for commercial insurances. Contact us to see if your plan qualifies.