ST. LOUIS—American Vascular Access has opened a new vascular access center in St. Louis, Mo.
“We worked extensively with the largest provider groups in St. Louis and are confident that this venture will be a welcomed addition to our family of centers,” said Janet R. Dees, CEO and president of American Vascular Access.
American Vascular Access, LLC., has hired Karen Strong as Facility Director for Gateway Vascular Access, LLC. She has more than 25 years of Interventional Radiology experience.
In addition, Strong has previously held senior level positions with GE Medical Systems, St. Louis Hospital and Biomedical Systems. She is a graduate of Washington University with a Bachelors of Science in Radiology Sciences. “Mrs. Strong brings extensive experience and a strong presence in the radiology community which will ensure the success of Gateway Vascular Access, LLC,” Dees said.
“Our long term strategic goals are to continue to offer our Nephrology partners quality care that is accessible to their patients combined with the management expertise that the American Vascular Access, LLC., team provides,” said William R. Wright, COO, American Vascular Access. “Gateway Vascular Access, LLC., fits well into that business model.”
“We are extremely pleased to be partnering with premier St. Louis-area physicians to bring responsive vascular access care to patients in a convenient patient-friendly setting,” said David R. Prather, Vice President Business Development. “This is our first vascular access center in Missouri and represents our commitment to expand our presence in new regions. We have additional centers in development in several states consistent with our strategic growth plans.”
American Vascular Access, LLC., currently manages vascular access centers located in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Missouri which also provides services to Illinois residents.
“St. Louis has a significant patient base that will benefit greatly from the services at Gateway Vascular Access, LLC.,” said Denia Ortiz, Vice President, Revenue Cycle, American Vascular Access. “The addition of Gateway Vascular Access, LLC., broadens American Vascular Access LLC’s, geographical service area and positions us for additional growth and development within each region.”
