The Heineman Vascular Center was established in 2002 at the Carolinas Heart Institute as a collaborative effort between The Sanger Clinic, Carolinas Medical Center and the Heineman Institute. Sanger vascular surgeons specialize in the care and treatment of all vessels outside the heart and brain.

Our surgeons treat arteries that carry oxygenated blood from the heart to all areas of the body, as well as veins that return blood to the heart. This includes the aorta that feeds the abdomen and legs, and the carotid arteries that feed the brain, as well as many smaller vessels. Sanger's vascular surgeons can also treat wounds caused by the lack of blood supply to lower legs and feet.

Sanger vascular surgeons perform minimally invasive treatment options where graft placement can substitute for conventional surgery in a much simpler procedure. The surgeon cuts a small opening to insert the device that carries the graft. This enables a shorter recovery time and less pain. Our surgeons can also perform diagnostic testing such as arteriography. The vascular surgery specialty remains focused on open procedures which we perform when indicated.

Why should I choose Sanger’s vascular team?

The Sanger Clinic offers the Charlotte region’s only horizontally integrated team of vascular specialists. This means that your treatment will be overseen by the complete range of vascular specialists, including cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and vascular interventionists working together.