Vascular Institute of Chattanooga announces the addition of seven Registered Vascular Technologists to the clinical staff.
The addition of Brandie Lane, Candice Dennis, Lauren Cook, Lindsey Crawford, Ashley Kyle, Heather Chappell, and Kaylyn Shelton will bring VIC to 11 RVTs on staff. They will join Tina Creek, Will Russell, Linda Tallent, and Karena Gubaci.
RVTs assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of disorders affecting the vascular system. Vascular technologists perform non-invasive vascular exams in order to assess for vascular disease or disorders. Most are performed via ultrasound.
An ultrasound is a non-invasive diagnostic test, not requiring the use of anesthesia or needles, to examine the circulation of blood vessels (arteries and veins) within the body and identify potential issues. It is especially important if you have any of the Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) risk factors, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, family history or smoking.
During an ultrasound, high frequency sound waves, or ultrasound waves, are bounced off tissues in the body by using a special device, and are then reflected back to the ultrasound machine. These sound waves are then converted into an image and displayed on the computer screen. The technologist evaluates blood flow through the vessel, looking for narrowed areas (blockages) in the arteries and blood clots in the veins.
“We are excited to welcome the new RVTs to our staff,” said Dr. Chris LeSar, VIC’s founding physician and vascular surgeon. “At VIC, our vascular lab participates in voluntary accreditation through the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) which means we are able to demonstrate a higher level of patient care, leading to better outcomes for our patients.”
New patients are currently being accepted. Appointments can be made by calling 602-2750.