PAD Educational Resources

Peripheral artery disease, or PAD, is a narrowing of the peripheral arteries that carries blood away from the heart to other parts of the body.

Affecting over 10 million adults in the United States, PAD is a leading cause of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality and limb amputations, especially among those 65+ and high-risk groups such as Black, Hispanic/Latino, and southern/rural communities. Black adults are twice as likely to have PAD compared to non-Hispanic White adults. The American Heart Association's Non-Traumatic Amputation Heat Map highlights areas that need more education and awareness to reduce PAD complications. Learn more about PAD, how to spread awareness, and support initiatives to improve education and prevention in high-risk communities.

PAD Highlights

Listen to full episodes on PAD for Professionals

  • PAD Snippet - PAD eModule
    Beyond the Basics: Understanding and Managing Peripheral Artery Disease

  • PAD Snippet - Podcast 01
    Understanding PAD: One Step at a Time

  • PAD Snippet - Podcast 03 Clip 01
    Improving PAD Lifestyle Changes in your Patients: Balancing Mind and Body

  • PAD Snippet - Podcast 3 Clip 02
    Improving PAD Lifestyle Changes in your Patients: Balancing Mind and Body

  • PAD Snippet - Podcast 04 Clip 01
    Exercise and Foot Care in PAD

  • PAD Snippet - Podcast 04 Clip 2
    Exercise and Foot Care in PAD

  • PAD Snippet - Podcast 05
    PAD: Evaluating the At-Risk Patient

  • PAD Snippet - Podcast 06 Clip 01
    Health Disparities in PAD: Solutions Across Diverse Communities

  • PAD Snippet - Podcast 06 Clip 02
    Health Disparities in PAD: Solutions Across Diverse Communities

  • PAD Snippet - Podcast 06 Clip 03
    Health Disparities in PAD: Solutions Across Diverse Communities

  • PAD Snippet - Podcast 6 Clip 04
    Health Disparities in PAD: Solutions Across Diverse Communities

  • PAD Snippet - OnDemand Video03

A young black women doctor smiling with a stethoscope

PAD Go-To Guide for Healthcare Professionals

The guide is an easy-to-use, interactive tool that empowers healthcare professionals to engage patients diagnosed with peripheral artery disease. Access resources and the AHA’s latest patient engagement tools to deliver effective patient education.
PAD Go-To Guide
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Additional Resources for HCPs

Additional Resources for Patients