About Scott Werden, MD

Dr. Werden is the founder and medical director of Vanguard Specialty Imaging. Dr. Werden has specialized in imaging Thoracic Outlet Syndrome for 20 years, and created the NeoVista® MRI examination. He holds multiple patents, has published articles in peer-reviewed journals, and has been an invited speaker at numerous local and national medical conferences.
17 04, 2024

10 Essential Steps to Finding a Top Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Specialist and Securing an Accurate Diagnosis

By |2026-02-24T07:24:44-08:00April 17th, 2024|Categories: Diagnosis of TOS|Tags: , |0 Comments

In the maze of medical jargon, finding a Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) specialist can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. We've got your back with expert tips on how to locate the right specialist who can unravel the mysteries of TOS and provide you with that much-needed diagnosis. From understanding symptoms to navigating treatment options, we've got all the insider knowledge you need to kickstart your journey towards relief.

13 01, 2024

Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: What Primary Care Physicians Need to Know

By |2026-02-24T07:24:44-08:00January 13th, 2024|Categories: Diagnosis of TOS|Tags: , |0 Comments

Primary care physicians act as the first-line experts for early diagnosis of patients with neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome. Here is what primary care physicians need to know about recognizing and diagnosing neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome.

25 05, 2023

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome In Baseball Players

By |2026-02-24T06:42:46-08:00May 25th, 2023|Categories: Diagnosis of TOS|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

Baseball players, particularly pitchers, suffer from thoracic outlet syndrome at higher rates than ever before. Learn why these elite athletes are at increased risk for TOS.

10 06, 2022

MLB Star Begins Comeback from Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

By |2026-02-19T08:57:52-08:00June 10th, 2022|Categories: What is TOS?|Tags: , |0 Comments

Every pitcher dreams about getting to the big leagues. Only a few have the talent and perseverance to do so. Every generation a dominant pitcher emerges, taking his team to new heights and winning a championship. Stephen Strasburg is one of the rare few in recent memory who stood out at every level since high school, eventually dominating the major leagues and guiding the Washington Nationals to their first World Series championship in 2019. Strasburg won the World Series MVP for his performance. Early in his 2020 season, Strasburg suffered from a nerve issue in his pitching hand, described as 'carpal tunnel neuritis.' He did not pitch again until 2021, at which time he was diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome.