Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) affects millions worldwide — yet most people don’t recognize the warning signs until it’s too late. In this powerful episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes Emmy Award-winning journalist and Global PAD Association co-founder Kym McNicholas to explain what PAD is, how it causes poor circulation, and why early detection is critical in preventing amputation.
Kym shares her inspiring journey from covering a medical story to becoming one of the leading advocates for PAD awareness and patient empowerment. She sheds light on how education, proper diagnosis, and access to the right care can literally save limbs — and lives.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ The symptoms and stages of PAD — and why it often goes undiagnosed
✅ How 85% of diabetes-related amputations could be avoided with proper vascular testing
✅ Why getting a second opinion before surgery can make all the difference
✅ How the Global PAD Association (PADHelp.org) supports patients through education, walking programs, and the PAD Hotline (1-833-PAD-LEGS)
✅ Real patient success stories showing how minimally invasive treatments can prevent amputation
If you or someone you love is living with diabetes, circulation issues, or unexplained leg pain, this episode is a must-watch. Awareness is the first step to prevention — and every step counts.
📞 PAD Hotline: 1-833-PAD-LEGS
🌐 Learn more: https://padhelp.org
🎙️ Podcast Website: https://werenotstumped.com
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