Vascular Care
Creating a Healthier Future Through Exceptional Care and Discovery
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As part of the Renown Institute for Heart and Vascular Health, Renown Vascular Medicine is dedicated to delivering innovative, compassionate, and patient-centered care that improves cardiovascular health outcomes across Northern Nevada. Recognized as an American Heart Association Hypertension Center Certified program, we uphold the highest standards of clinical excellence through evidence-based medicine, transparency, and a commitment to continuous quality improvement. Our comprehensive approach emphasizes prevention, surveillance, medical management, and advanced intervention when appropriate, ensuring patients receive personalized care tailored to their unique needs.
Our mission extends beyond providing exceptional care today- we are helping shape the future of vascular medicine through innovative research, clinical trials, education, and collaborative care models. By advancing medical knowledge, training future healthcare professionals, and supporting a systems-based approach to vascular health, we strive to create a healthier future through exceptional care, discovery, and service to our community.
Why Choose Renown Vascular Medicine?
As the region's only integrated vascular medicine program, Renown Vascular Medicine offers a unique patient-centered approach to coordinating vascular care across cardiovascular specialties.
Our program is directed by Dr. Michael J. Bloch, MD, an internationally recognized leader in vascular medicine, hypertension, and clinical lipidology. He has been practicing in the Truckee Meadows for over 25 years and directing the Renown Vascular Medicine program for nearly 15 years.
In addition to exceptional providers, we have a dedicated support team of patient access representatives, medical assistants, and clinical pharmacists. Our Nurse Navigator, Britney Chonez, was recently recognized as the Outpatient Nurse of the Year in Northern Nevada for 2025–2026.
While most vascular centers focus on interventions, we recognize that the best intervention is prevention. We employ strict protocols to aggressively manage cardiovascular risk factors and maintain a robust imaging surveillance program to slow disease progression.
Renown is proud to hold certification as an American Heart Association Hypertension Center, recognizing our commitment to evidence-based treatment, patient education, and excellence in blood pressure management.
Our innovative Renal Denervation Program offers a minimally invasive treatment option for patients with uncontrolled hypertension that remains difficult to manage despite medications and lifestyle changes.
Renown Vascular Medicine are actively advancing the future of vascular care through research focused on:
- Novel hypertension therapies
- Dyslipidemia (cholesterol) management
- Emerging cardiovascular technologies
- Evidence-based vascular medicine practices
We specialize in diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of:
- Primary and Resistant Hypertension
- Carotid artery disease
- Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD)
- Aortic Aneurysm and Dissection
- Venous diseases
- Dyslipidemia (high cholesterol)
- High lipoprotein(a)
- Familial Hypercholesterolemia
- Vascular prevention and risk reduction
- Cardiovascular disease management
- Anticoagulation program
- Pharmacotherapy (medication management) services
Meet Our Providers
Pharmacotherapy Services
We are supported by an innovative team of clinical pharmacists who assist in the management of:
- Anticoagulation
- Dyslipidemia
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Weight Loss
We also utilize a large team of pharmacy benefits coordinators to ensure that patients can get their medications at the lowest possible out of pocket cost.
Coordinated Care. Innovative Treatment. Exceptional Outcomes.
At Renown Health Vascular Medicine, patients benefit from nationally recognized expertise, advanced therapies, collaborative specialty care, and a dedicated team committed to improving vascular health throughout Northern Nevada.
At Renown Health Vascular Medicine, we are committed to advancing the standard of vascular care through innovation, education, collaboration, and compassionate service — creating a healthier future for the communities we serve.
Recognition & Accreditation
AHA Hypertension Center Certification
Renown Vascular Medicine holds the American Heart Association Hypertension Center Certification, a prestigious recognition that reflects their commitment to evidence-based treatment, patient education, and excellence in blood pressure management.
IAC Vascular Testing Accreditation
Renown Health earned Echocardiography Accreditation in 2020 from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission, recognizing excellence in vascular testing and a commitment to the highest standards of patient care.
FAQ
Most patients need a referral. Your provider will help determine next steps and may initiate scheduling.
Vascular specialists treat conditions affecting blood vessels, including circulation issues, blood clots and artery disease.
Common symptoms include leg pain when walking, swelling, numbness or visible vein changes.
Treatment may include medications, lifestyle changes or procedures depending on your condition.