Lake Washington Vascular has compiled this list for general patient and provider education. It is intended to help you learn more about your vascular health, our local hospitals, and federal healthcare reform.
The information included below for each organization and their company is taken from their respective websites. Lake Washington Vascular does not guarantee or has not verified any of the information or claims provided by these outside organizations.
Hospital, Healthcare & Vascular Education
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
Overlake Medical Center is a 349-bed, nonprofit regional medical center offering a full range of advanced medical services to the Puget Sound Region. Located in Bellevue, Washington, Overlake Medical Center is the Eastside’s first Level III Trauma Center. Their commitment to maintaining the highest standards in medical care is a major reason patients and their families choose Overlake. Led by a volunteer Board of Directors, Overlake Medical Center employs just over 2,500 people and has more than 1,000 active and courtesy physicians on staff.
Evergreen Health Hospital
Located in Kirkland, Washington, Evergreen Health Medical Center is the cornerstone of services provided by King County Public Hospital District No. 2. These include medical groups, home care, hospice and many community health programs.
HealthCare.gov
Healthcare.gov is a one-stop site that will answer your questions about health care reform and give you access to a range of new and existing insurance options. The site spells out your rights as a consumer, and gives important information about new consumer protections enacted in health reform. There is a timeline of when each provision of the Affordable Care Act will be enacted, and what each provision means.
Vascular Web
Vascular Web is a prime source for all vascular health and disease information, and is presented by the Society for Vascular Surgery. Its members are vascular surgeons, specialists, and vascular health professionals who are specialty-trained in all treatments for vascular disease including medical management, non-invasive procedures, and surgery.
American College of Phlebology (ACP)
The American College of Phlebology not only acts as a forum for physicians and other health professionals to exchange medical knowledge, it also offers education and training, and seeks to improve the standards of medical practitioners and the quality of patient care.
MedlinePlus
MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health’s website for patients and their families and friends. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, it brings you information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand. MedlinePlus offers reliable, up-to-date health information, anytime, anywhere, and for free.
American Venous Forum
Promoting venous and lymphatic health through education and disease awareness. Addressing your specific venous and lymphatic disease questions and needs.
American College of Surgeons
The American College of Surgeons is a scientific and educational association of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to improve the quality of care for the surgical patient by setting high standards for surgical education and practice.
National Kidney Foundation
Provides resources for patients on dialysis and for patients with chronic kidney diseases.
Medical Device & Compression Stocking Manufacturers
Sigvaris
Sigvaris focuses on the development, production, and distribution of medical compression garments, including hosiery and socks. Their vision is to be a leader in the area of compression therapy for the management of venous and lymphatic disorders.
Vascular Solutions
Vascular Solutions, Inc. is an innovative medical device company that focuses on developing unique clinical solutions for coronary and peripheral vascular procedures.
Circaid
Providing medical devices and services that enable people with circulatory conditions to live independent lives.
Covidien
Maker of market-leading products that help medical professionals deliver a high standard of care. Whether surgical solutions, vascular therapies, respiratory and monitoring products, pharmaceuticals or medical supplies, our products support our customers’ success and improve patient outcomes.