The specialty evolved from general and cardiac surgery as well as minimally invasive techniques pioneered by interventional radiology. The vascular surgeon is trained in the diagnosis and management of diseases affecting all parts of the vascular system except those of the heart and brain.
More than 1,800 miles in 10 days! From St. Joseph, Missouri, to Sacramento, California the Pony Express could deliver a letter faster than ever before. In operation for only 18 months between April 1860 and October 1861, the Pony Express nevertheless has become synonymous with the Old West.
Homepage. On April 3, 1860, a lone rider left on horseback from the gates of one of the nationâs most historic landmarks, the Pikes Peak Stables in St. Joseph, Missouri. Carrying saddlebags filled with our nationâs hopes and dreams, the Pony Express riders traveled 2,000 miles west to Sacramento, California.omepage. On April 3, 1860, a lone rider left on horseback from the gates of one of the nationâs most historic landmarks, the Pikes Peak Stables in St. Joseph, Missouri. Carrying saddlebags filled with our nationâs hopes and dreams, the Pony Express riders traveled 2,000 miles west to Sacramento, California.