What Vein, Heart and Vascular Institute does

Vein, Heart and Vascular Institute is a privately-held cardiovascular and vascular medicine practice founded in 2017 by Dr. Hesham Fakhri, MD, operating four clinic locations across Tampa, Wesley Chapel, and Sun City Center, Florida. The practice provides comprehensive cardiovascular, vein, and vascular care including cardiac catheterization, angioplasty and stenting, pacemaker implantation, electrophysiology studies, echocardiography (including TEE), vascular ultrasound, varicose vein treatments (endovenous ablation, sclerotherapy, microphlebectomy, vein stenting, VenaSeal), renal denervation for resistant hypertension, wound care, and vascular-related erectile dysfunction treatment. Dr. Fakhri performed the first radial-to-peripheral (R2P) angiogram and Misago stent placement in Florida on October 28, 2019, establishing a procedural differentiator, and the facility holds ACR accreditation for diagnostic imaging.

The practice is physician-led with a clinical team of approximately 12, including one interventional cardiologist and four family nurse practitioners, supported by telehealth visits and inpatient procedures performed at affiliated Tampa hospitals. Technology stack is clinical rather than digital: in-house echocardiography, vascular ultrasound, and electrophysiology equipment, plus the Tebra (formerly PatientPop) platform for website, online appointment booking, and patient engagement. Marketing is primarily content-driven (a 50+ article blog library covering cardiovascular and vein health topics), complemented by Facebook presence, patient testimonials, and organic search.

Revenue is generated through professional-services billing to insurance for consultations, diagnostic testing, and procedures. The practice accepts all major commercial payers (Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana) plus Medicare and Medicaid. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. GTM motion is direct-to-consumer with patients self-scheduling online or by phone, supplemented by insurance network referrals. The practice earned Tampa Magazines' 2023 Top Doctors recognition for Dr. Fakhri in Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease, and maintains a 4.89/5 patient rating across 591 reviews.

Name

Vein, Heart and Vascular Institute

Legal name

Vein, Heart, and Vascular Institute

Website

https://veinheartandvascular.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Vein, Heart and Vascular Institute is a privately-held cardiovascular and vascular medicine practice in Tampa, Florida, led by Dr. Hesham Fakhri. It serves Tampa Bay patients across four clinic locations, offering cardiology, vein treatment, and minimally invasive vascular procedures billed through insurance.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cardiovascular and Vascular Medicine

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (62111), Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111), Diagnostic Imaging Centers (621512)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Interventional Cardiology (PCI/Structural Heart) (HLAKABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

General Cardiology (Consultative) (HLAKABAA), Vascular Medicine (Peripheral Arterial/Venous Disease) (HLAKABAG), Peripheral Vascular Intervention (PAD Stents, Balloons, Atherectomy) (HLAHAFAE), Ambulatory Cardiology Diagnostic & Procedure Centers (Non-hospital-based) (HLAFABAK)

Keywords

• Cardiovascular care
• Vein treatment
• Interventional cardiology
• Vascular ultrasound
• Minimally invasive procedures

Headquarters

HQ city

Tampa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Patient Medical Services: Revenue generated from medical consultations, diagnostic testing, and procedures billed to insurance. Services include cardiovascular care, vein treatments, and wound care. The practice accepts all major insurance providers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, Medicaid, and others.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Vein, Heart and Vascular Institute is a private cardiovascular and vascular medicine practice that provides diagnostic testing (echocardiography, vascular ultrasound, EP studies) and minimally invasive treatment procedures including cardiac catheterization, angioplasty and stenting, pacemaker implantation, varicose vein treatments (endovenous ablation, sclerotherapy, microphlebectomy, vein stenting, VenaSeal), renal denervation, wound care, and telehealth consultations. The practice serves individual patients across the Tampa Bay area through four clinic locations, billing through major insurance providers.

Product overview

Vein, Heart and Vascular Institute is a cardiovascular and vascular medicine practice offering a comprehensive range of diagnostic and treatment services. The practice operates as a single-location medical practice with multiple service lines including cardiac care (echocardiography, EP studies, pacemaker implantation, cardiac catheterization), vascular treatments (varicose vein treatments, sclerotherapy, endovenous ablation, stenting), and general cardiovascular disease management. Services are delivered by Dr. Hesham Fakhri (board-certified cardiologist and interventional cardiologist) along with nurse practitioners. The practice utilizes minimally invasive procedures and state-of-the-art techniques to treat conditions including heart disease, peripheral artery disease, hypertension, and venous insufficiency. Telehealth services are also offered for remote consultations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Echocardiogram Non-invasive diagnostic test using high-frequency ultrasound waves to produce images of the heart and assess its size, structure, and function for adult patients with suspected cardiac conditions.
• Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) Advanced echocardiographic diagnostic test where a transducer is passed through the esophagus to obtain clearer images of the heart's upper chambers and valves for patients requiring detailed cardiac imaging.
• Vascular Ultrasound Non-invasive imaging test to assess blood flow and detect vascular conditions in patients with suspected vascular disease.
• Electrophysiology (EP) Studies Diagnostic test using catheter-based electrodes to measure the heart's electrical activity and identify arrhythmias in patients with irregular heartbeats.
• Cardiac Catheterization Diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac catheterization procedure performed at Tampa hospitals for patients with suspected or known heart disease.
• Angioplasty and Stenting Minimally invasive procedure to open blocked arteries and place stents, including radial-to-peripheral (R2P) Misago stent placement through the wrist for patients with arterial blockages.
• Pacemaker Implantation Device implantation procedure to control abnormal heart rhythms in patients with arrhythmia or heart block.
• Varicose Veins Treatment Comprehensive treatment for varicose and spider veins including endovenous ablation, sclerotherapy, microphlebectomy, VenaSeal, and compression therapy for patients with venous insufficiency.
• Endovenous Ablation Minimally invasive vein treatment using radiofrequency energy delivered through a catheter to treat varicose veins.
• Sclerotherapy 15-minute injection treatment for varicose veins and spider veins in which a chemical solution is injected to close off diseased veins.
• Microphlebectomy Minimally invasive procedure to remove varicose veins through small skin incisions.
• Vein Stenting Stent placement in veins, including iliac vein stenting, to prevent obstruction and improve blood flow for patients with venous obstruction.
• Ovarian Vein Embolization Treatment for pelvic congestion syndrome involving sealing of faulty ovarian veins.
• Compression Therapy Use of compression stockings to prevent blood pooling and support healthy circulation in leg veins.
• Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment Treatment for peripheral artery disease (PAD) including lifestyle changes, medications, and minimally invasive procedures to improve blood flow in the extremities.
• Heart Disease Management Comprehensive care for coronary artery disease, heart rhythm problems, and other cardiovascular conditions.
• Cardiac Rhythm Services Diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias including pacemaker implantation and electrophysiology studies.
• Stroke Prevention Services focused on preventing strokes through risk assessment, monitoring, and treatment of contributing conditions.
• Hypertension Management Treatment for high blood pressure including renal denervation for resistant cases and medication management.
• Renal Denervation Minimally invasive procedure using radiofrequency or ultrasound energy to disrupt nerves in renal arteries for treating resistant hypertension.
• Wound Care Specialized care for chronic wounds, particularly those related to venous insufficiency and diabetes.
• Vascular and Venogenic Erectile Dysfunction Treatment Treatment for erectile dysfunction related to vascular and venous health issues.
• Telehealth Visits Virtual medical consultations via phone or computer to expand access to care for remote or mobility-limited patients.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced patient discomfort and length of stay with R2P radial approach
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Tampa MagazinesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPress coverage and feature in Tampa Magazines showcasing Dr. Fakhri's recognition as a Top Doctor in the Tampa Bay area.
• Tebra (PatientPop)minorOthersWebsite powered by Tebra (formerly PatientPop) medical website platform for patient engagement and online presence.
• Tampa Style MagazineminorOthersDr. Fakhri featured in Tampa Style Magazine, a local lifestyle publication covering Tampa Bay area notable figures and businesses.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• CardioOne: CardioOne is a cardiology-focused MSO that provides practice management, technology, and growth support to independent cardiology groups. It is a comparable go-to-market partner and operating-company analog for an independent cardiovascular practice seeking scale.
• Cardiovascular Associates of America (CVAUSA): CVAUSA is a national cardiology-focused physician practice management platform that partners with independent cardiology groups. It is directly comparable as a consolidator and operating partner for multi-location cardiology practices like Vein, Heart and Vascular Institute.
• Vein Clinics of America: Vein Clinics of America is a national multi-location practice focused exclusively on vein disease treatment. Comparable as a multi-site vein-treatment practice model, though it does not directly compete in cardiovascular or interventional cardiology.
• US Heart & Vascular (USHV): USHV is a PE-backed cardiology practice platform that partners with independent cardiovascular groups across multiple states. It is directly comparable in business model (cardiology roll-up), service mix (interventional + vascular), and target partners (sub-scale independent practices).
• HeartPlace (Texas): HeartPlace is a large independent cardiology group in Texas offering general cardiology, interventional, electrophysiology, and vascular services across multiple offices. Comparable as an independent multi-location cardiology practice with similar subspecialty breadth.
• Cardiology Associates of West Texas: An independent multi-physician cardiology practice offering general, interventional, and vascular services. Comparable in structure as a regional private cardiology group, although it does not directly compete geographically.

Broad incumbents

• Cleveland Clinic — Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute: Cleveland Clinic operates one of the largest cardiovascular programs in the U.S., covering interventional cardiology, vascular medicine, and vein care. Comparable as an incumbent in cardiovascular specialization but at vastly greater scale and brand recognition.
• AdventHealth Tampa (Cardiology): AdventHealth is a major health system operating in the Tampa Bay market with a full cardiology program including interventional, EP, and structural heart services. Comparable as a competing cardiology provider in the same geography but with broader system scale and employed physicians.
• Tampa General Hospital (Cardiology): Tampa General is the largest hospital in the Tampa Bay region with a comprehensive cardiology, cardiac surgery, and vascular medicine program. Comparable as a competing provider of advanced cardiac and vascular care in the same primary market.

Others

• MedAxiom: MedAxiom is a consulting, data, and membership organization serving cardiology practices nationwide. Comparable as an ecosystem partner that supports operational, technology, and growth functions for cardiology groups like Vein, Heart and Vascular Institute.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/vein-heart-and-vascular-institute

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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