FAQs | Heart and Vascular Institute of Wisconsin (2024)

What does this mean for me?

Our move to private practice means you can still see the same physicians you have grown to know and trust, just in a different location. The 15 physicians at the Heart and Vascular Institute of Wisconsin will continue the legacy of world-class comprehensive cardiovascular care that has been in place since this cardiology practice began in Appleton in 1968. With locations throughout northeastern Wisconsin, we are proud to stay at the forefront of medicine by providing a full array of advanced cardiac treatment and testing services in hospitals and office settings.

Where is your building located?

The Heart and Vascular Institute of Wisconsin located at 5045 W. Grande Market Dr., Appleton, WI 54913. We’re off College Avenue, near the Fox River Mall and Appleton International Airport.

Which doctor will provide my care?

All patients in our practice have a primary cardiologist who oversees their care. However, we feel strongly that the optimal cardiovascular care requires a team approach. In fact, we meet regularly to discuss complex and difficult patients to get the best thinking from all the expertise in our practice. In addition, the large size of our practice allows us to recruit subspecialty physicians who are board certified experts in very unique aspects of cardiovascular care such as interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, vascular medicine, diagnostic imaging, etc. We rely on our nurse practitioners and physician assistants to also provide direct patient care to patients. The result is that over the course of your treatment you will likely encounter different providers while still being managed by your primary cardiologist.

What services will you offer?

Heart and Vascular Institute of Wisconsiniscommitted to providing a comprehensive array of services to our patients to treat coronary artery disease, arrhythmia, heart disease, heart failure, hypertension, prevention, and peripheral artery disease. At our facility, we offer a wide array of advanced cardiac diagnostic services as well as onsite procedures. Soon, we will also offer onsite cardiac catheterization, ablation and pacemaker implantation.

Will you accept my insurance?

We have obtained hundreds of insurance contracts, including Medicare and Medicaid as well as all the major insurance plans such as Aetna, Anthem/Blue Cross, Common Ground, Health Partners/Robin, Humana, Network, UnitedHealthcare and many others. Please see the Insurance portion of our website for more details.

Why did the physicians and staff decide to resign their employment from ThedaCare and return to an independent practice?

There are many aspects to the answer to that question. It’s important to note that this cardiology group was founded in 1968 and has been an independent practice for all but 8 years in that time. In summary, the physicians, and staff of the Heart and Vascular Institute of Wisconsin chose to return to being an independent physician practice so they could practice medicine and care for patients the way they were trained and the way they feel is best for patients. All at a lower cost.

What will happen to your outlying clinics?

Bringing care to local communities outside of Appleton has been part of the practice since its founding in 1968. In addition to our main Appleton location, we have regional offices in Keshena, New London, Ripon, Shawano and Waupaca and are in the process of adding more locations.

What about your nurses and advance care providers?

We’re thrilled to say virtually every clinical employee was part of the practice while we were employed at ThedaCare has chosen to come and work with us at the Heart and Vascular Institute of Wisconsin. Not only will you recognize the physicians and providers, but also the APNPs, PAs, RNs, Mas, LPNs, diagnostic technicians and office staff. Together, these 100 employees bring more than 1000 years of combined experience in caring for cardiovascular patients.

What if I have to go to the hospital? Will you still see me there?

Yes! We will continue to offer the same level of service and care you’ve become accustomed to. We currently care for patients at ThedaCare’s Appleton and Neenah hospitals as well as St. Elizabeth hospital. We are in the process of expanding to other hospitals in addition to these three.

Will you have onsite laboratory testing or will I need to go somewhere else?

The Heart and Vascular Institute of Wisconsin has on-site laboratory testing. Unless the test is beyond our scope of capabilities, you will be able to have all your testing done right here.

I’m interested in joining your practice. How can I learn about job opportunities?

First, thank you for your interest in working with us! Please visit the Careers section of our website to download an application to submit to us.

Will you have access to my medical records?

For all patients who we previously cared for while we were part of ThedaCare, we have access to their current medical records in EPIC. If you would like to transfer a copy of this information to be put into the electronic health record system we use at Heart and Vascular Institute, you will need to request their medical records be transferred to us. Federal law requires that a healthcare organization transfer your records. If you wish to do so, please download the Medical Records Request form. You will need to print this, fill it out, sign, then return it to usat:Heart and Vascular Institute of Wisconsin, 5045 W. Grande Market Dr., Appleton, WI 54913. We will then submit your request to have your records transferred to us.

What if I can’t print the medical records request form?

No worries. Simply call us at(920) 886-9380and we would be happy to mail one to you. You can also stop by our office and fill one out.

FAQs | Heart and Vascular Institute of Wisconsin (2024)

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What is the difference between a heart doctor and a vascular doctor? ›

No. A cardiologist specializes in treating your heart. A vascular doctor treats your blood vessels throughout your body, including your aorta, a very large artery that sends oxygen-rich blood to your body. However, a vascular doctor doesn't treat the heart itself.

Do cardiologists treat vascular disease? ›

Cardiologists can treat a wide range of heart and vascular problems, including: Atherosclerosis. High blood pressure. High cholesterol.

What is Gill Heart and Vascular Institute ranked? ›

1 hospital in Kentucky for the ninth year in a row in the 2024-25 Best Hospitals rankings and ratings from U.S. News & World Report. And we're excited that Gill has been recognized with High Performing designations in Heart Attack, Heart Bypass and Heart Failure care.

What to expect when seeing a vascular specialist? ›

After discussing your history, the vascular surgeon will perform an exam in any areas where you're having problems. They will diagnose your condition and recommend an appropriate treatment plan. It may include further tests, lifestyle changes, medication, surgery, or a combination of any of these.

What conditions does a vascular doctor treat? ›

Vascular surgeons manage a wide range of conditions that affect your blood vessels, including:
  • Aortic aneurysms.
  • Atherosclerosis (most common).
  • Blood clots.
  • Carotid artery disease.
  • Cerebrovascular disease.
  • Chronic venous insufficiency.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
  • Dialysis access.

What is the most common vascular surgery? ›

Some of the most common procedures they perform are carotid artery surgery, lower limb revascularization, endovascular repair of aortic aneurysms, and treatment of varicose veins. Limb amputation is a procedure that vascular surgeons may use as a final resort. This involves surgically removing a limb or part of a limb.

What kind of doctor treats poor circulation in legs? ›

If you are experiencing these symptoms, a vascular doctor can provide poor circulation treatment to help treat uncomfortable and painful symptoms. They can also help prevent circulatory issues from progressing into a life-threatening condition.

Is vascular disease considered heart disease? ›

Cardiovascular disease is the term for all types of diseases that affect the heart or blood vessels, including coronary heart disease (clogged arteries), which can cause heart attacks, stroke, heart failure, and peripheral artery disease.

What is the #1 heart hospital in the US? ›

Cleveland Clinic is once again ranked No. 1, a position it also held in the company's rankings from 2020-2021 and 2021-2022. In fact, this is the third consecutive year that the list's top four hospitals have looked the exact same: Cleveland Clinic at No.

What state has the best cardiologist? ›

States ranked by cardiologists per capita
  • District of Columbia. Cardiologists per capita: 47.72. ...
  • Massachusetts. Cardiologists per capita: 25.89. ...
  • Rhode Island. Cardiologists per capita: 19.43. ...
  • Connecticut. Cardiologists per capita: 17.89. ...
  • New York. Cardiologists per capita: 17.68. ...
  • Pennsylvania. ...
  • Maryland. ...
  • Ohio.
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What hospital has the best heart doctors? ›

30 Best Cardiology Hospitals In the US
  • Duke University Hospital.
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
  • Advocate Christ Medical Center.
  • Mount Sinai Hospital.
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital.
  • Rush University Medical Center.
  • Houston Methodist Hospital.
  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
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