Is an angiogram painful?

You may feel a brief pinch when the catheter is inserted and a warm sensation when the dye is injected, but the procedure is generally well tolerated under local anaesthesia.

How long does it take?

The procedure itself usually takes 30–60 minutes. With preparation and recovery, plan for a few hours — most patients go home the same day.

Is it done in a hospital?

No — Dr. Richard performs angiograms in our private In-Office Vascular Procedure Center in North Bergen, avoiding hospital delays and costs.

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Vascular

Angiogram

About This Service

An angiogram is a diagnostic imaging procedure that lets Dr. Merwin Richard see exactly how blood is flowing through your arteries. A thin catheter is guided into the artery and a contrast dye is injected, making the vessels clearly visible on X-ray. This precise, real-time imaging identifies the exact location and severity of any narrowing or blockage — allowing a tailored treatment plan. Performed in our private North Bergen Vascular Procedure Center with local anaesthesia, most patients go home the same day.