Vein911 Vein Treatment Center - Tampa

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  Dr. Christopher Pittman, MD, FAVLS, FACR, DABVLM, DABR

  Medical Director & CEO

  Dual board-certified, and American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine certified, minimally-invasive surgeon growing strategy-eating culture delivering award-winning, world-renowned medical & cosmetic vein care, superior patient experience & satisfaction guarantee. •Managing Director, Health Performance Specialists - largest independent vein care practice network in the USA •LinkedIn Group Administrator, Foam Sclerotherapy Experts, 1200+ physicians •President, TransAmerican Sclerotherapy Institute, Inc., 501(c)(3) promoting sclerotherapy education & patient benefits •Executive Producer, Vein911 Reality Show •Board Manager, TBIH, a clinically integrated network partnered with Florida Blue, Aetna, Cigna, & Oscar •Affiliate Assistant Professor of Radiology, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Advisory Board Member: •SARC MedIQ •Axiom Rehabilitation •Automated Clinical Guidelines •Apaly Health 30 years medical-political leadership including: •Board of Directors & Fellow, American Vein & Lymphatic Society (AVLS) - largest US medical organization devoted to venous disorders •Chair, AVLS Healthcare Advocacy Committee •Past AVLS Delegate, American Medical Association •Past Executive Committee Member, AVLS Foundation •Member, Florida Medicare Contractor Advisory Committee •Past President, Florida Medical Association Political Action Committee (FMA PAC) •Member and Past Vice Chair, FMA Council on Medical Economics & Practice Innovation •Past Chair, FMA Advisory Committee on Healthcare Information Technology (HIT) •Past President, Hillsborough County Medical Association Consultant/Thought Leader in Medical Informatics, Telemedicine, HIT, & Health Care Policy. Selected presentations: •Pioneer ACO HIT lead, CMS Innovation Center •"State of the State on HIT", Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) •"Telehealth: State of the State", Florida Telehealth Summit •"Separating Fact from Fiction: What Every Journalist Needs to Know about Healthcare Policy", Poynter Institute for Media Studies •Chair, "Healthcare Policy & Advocacy Symposium"; "Future of Reimbursement"; "ABCs of MACRA", AVLS Annual Congresses •"Advocacy Role of Physician Societies in a Period of Significant Changes in Health Care Economics", American Venous Forum Annual Meeting •"Inside the Trenches: Firsthand Experiences From Successful Physician Entrepreneurs", Representing the Physician Entrepreneur and Innovator: How to Both Practice Medicine and Build an Innovative Business, Florida Bar Health Law Section •Devoted husband. Father of 4. 25yr cancer survivor.

  Link: Dr. Christopher Pittman, MD, FAVLS, FACR, DABVLM, DABR

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  Michelle Dickinson, MMSc, PA-C

  Clinical Director & Physician Assistant

  Michelle graduated Cum Laude from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelors in Biological Sciences. During her undergraduate studies she volunteered with Autism Speaks and the Humane Society. She has also traveled to Peru for a medical mission trip with MedLife, an outreach program dedicated to providing medical services and education to low-income communities in Latin America. Michelle received a Masters degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Nova Southeastern University, with honors. Born and raised in Tampa, Michelle enjoys spending time with her family and friends, boating and traveling. As a vein care specialist, Michelle strives to help patients understand the medical aspect of vein care and looks forward to helping you feel great again!

  Link: Michelle Dickinson, MMSc, PA-C

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  Katie Patterson, MPAS, PA-C

  Vein Care Specialist & Physician Assistant

  Katie graduated from Miami University in Oxford, OH with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology and Health. During her undergraduate studies she volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and the American Cancer Society. Katie received a Masters degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Trine University in Fort Wayne, IN with honors. Katie enjoys spending time with her Husband and two dogs. She enjoys spending time outdoors, boating, and riding her Peloton bike. As a vein care specialist, Katie strives to help patients understand both the medical cosmetic aspect of vein care and looks forward to helping you feel great again!

  Link: Katie Patterson, MPAS, PA-C

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  Connor Skowronek, MSPAS, PA-C

  Vein Care Specialist & Physician Assistant

  Connor graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of South Florida with his Bachelors of Science. After completing his undergraduate studies, he attended the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC where he was elected an ambassador for the Physician Assistant program and traveled to Togo, Africa for a medical mission trip. He graduated with honors from MUSC with his Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. Born and raised in Michigan, Connor is excited to be back in Tampa Bay and is currently renovating a 100-year-old Bungalow. As a vein care specialist, he strives to provide patients with personalized vein care and looks forward to helping you feel great again!

  Link: Connor Skowronek, MSPAS, PA-C

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  Carrie Albritton, MPAS, PA-C

  Vein Care Specialist & Physician Assistant

  Carrie is from the Chattanooga, TN area and attended Dalton State College for her undergraduate degree where she received a Bachelors of Science in Biology. She was very active in the science department at the college where she became a member of TriBeta honor society, volunteered for a hospice group, and became a TA for her advanced Microbiology course. Carrie then attended South University-Tampa where she received her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies with high honors. She also earned the Living the Mission award; an award given to one PA that embodies what a PA truly is: an educated and compassionate provider, ready to treat patients as if they were their own family members. Carrie enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, camping, exercising, and enjoying the Florida sun with her husband and dog. As a Vein Care Specialist, Carrie understands the medical and cosmetic aspect of vein care, looks forward to meeting you and to making you feel great again!

  Link: Carrie Albritton, MPAS, PA-C

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  Xinette Kimmel, BS, RVT, RDMS

  Director of Ultrasound and Ultrasound Technologist

  Xinette has over 12 years of experience as a Registered Vascular Technologist and Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Florida State University. She then graduated from the Sonography Program at the Mayo Clinic. Xinette has 5 years experience specializing in venous insufficiency ultrasounds and assisting in vein treatment procedures. She strives to provide outstanding patient care with every interaction she has with her patients. Xinette is a Florida native and enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, going to the beach, spin classes and spending time with her family, friends and doggie.

  Link: Xinette Kimmel, BS, RVT, RDMS

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  Dr. Arian Moshref, MD

  Dr. Arian Moshref is a fellowship-trained Venous and Lymphatic Medicine specialist. Originally from Tennessee, Dr. Moshref attended medical school at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Atlanta, GA where he was president of the Student Surgical Association. After medical school and residency training, he moved to Tampa and began practicing hospital medicine. He was always fascinated by the body’s venous system and his desire for learning led him to the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, where he completed fellowship training in Venous and Lymphatic Medicine and was on staff as an adjunct professor of medicine. This was one of only five fellowship programs in the country accredited by the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine. After completing fellowship, he returned to Tampa with the goal of providing premier, individualized vein and leg care to patients using the latest in state-of-the-art medical treatments. Dr. Moshref is unique in that he specializes solely in venous and lymphatic disorders, including varicose veins, spider veins, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), venous stasis/leg ulcers, lymphedema, lipedema and more. He has trained extensively in venous treatment and performs multiple interventional procedures, including Ultrasound Guided Foam Sclerotherapy, Radiofrequency Ablation, Endovenous Laser Treatment, VenaSeal and Varithena. Whether it is simply the bothersome appearance of a vein or the presence of associated painful symptoms, Dr. Moshref believes it is important to educate patients to ensure they completely understand the diagnosis as well as the treatment process. Having been published in multiple medical journals, Dr. Moshref enjoys research and has presented at various medical conferences. He is a member of numerous medical societies, including the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine, American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, American Medical Association and American Osteopathic Association. He frequently gives lectures and routinely attends medical conferences, staying up to date with the latest in treatment techniques. As a former college athlete, Dr. Moshref likes to stay active when not at work. He enjoys the Florida outdoors, traveling and spending time with family, friends, and his dog Niko.

  Link: Dr. Arian Moshref, MD