P.A.D. Education Network Targets Hospitals, Clinics, and Health Plans

This Program Aims to Improve the Early Detection and Treatment of Peripheral Arterial Disease

The Peripheral Arterial Disease (P.A.D.) Coalition has launched the P.A.D. Education Network, a national program for medical practices, hospitals, and health plans committed to the detection and treatment of lower- extremity PAD. Coordinated by VDF, the P.A.D. Coalition is an alliance of leading health organizations, professional societies, and government agencies united to improve the health and health care of people with PAD.

About nine million Americans have PAD. The P.A.D. Education Network aims to increase awareness of PAD and improve patient outcomes through the education of health professionals, patients, and the community. Members receive a variety of new educational products. For more information or to join the P.A.D. Education Network, visit www.padcoalition.org.