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James A. Heinz, CVD Founder |
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Thomas L. Pester, M.D. |
West El Paso, TX / Glendale, AZ |
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Felice L. Bruno, M.D. |
El Paso, TX |
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Joseph M. Smith, M.D., R.V.T. |
Albuquerque / Santa Fe, NM |
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David M. Smith, D.O. |
Glendale, AZ |
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Mike Herion, M.D. |
Paradise Valley, AZ |
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| James A . Heinz, CVD Founder |
| James has 22 years of health care experience associated with the medical device and insurance industries. These companies included; Bristol Myers-Squibb, Zimmer, Synthes, U.S.A., Smith+Nephew, and VNUS® Medical Technologies. His experience includes; Sales, Marketing, Product Management, Acquisitions, Project Management, Clinical Management, Sales Management, and Corporate Account Management. James holds a B.S. in Marketing and an A.A.S. in Management. James was a former Certified Clinical Trainer for VNUS® Medical Technologies and was instrumental in helping to open over 25 vein centers across the United States. As a Clinical Trainer, James helped train over 30 doctors in minimally invasive vein ablation techniques, sclerotherapy, and clinical “pearls” associated with venous disease. With CO-Founders, Dr. Thomas Pester and Dr. Jody Smith, James started The Center for Venous Disease™ and is the managing partner. James is a member of the American College of Phlebology and has been invited to sit on the Board of the American College of Phlebology Foundation in 2009. The Center for Venous Disease is a Certified Doctor Training Site for VNUS Medical Technologies Closure® Procedure. James and his family have lived in the Phoenix area for 15 years. James has been married for 12 years and they have 2 children. James and his family spend a great deal of time on the water on their boat the “JoshuaBay.” He is a Flotilla Staff Officer with the USCG Aux whose principal functions are safe boating education, search and rescue operations, and assisting The Department of Homeland Security. James directed the CVD mission statement of our organization “We’ll treat your symptoms and touch your Heart.” This statement lends credibility to what we are and what we aspire to do! |
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| Thomas L. Pester, M.D., CVD Co-Founder |
| Dr. Pester is a General Surgeon who received his medical training at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. He completed his Residency in General Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Dr. Pester is an Active Member of the American College of Phlebology, American Medical Association, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Pester was the former Chief of Surgery at Luke Air Force Base and has had ties to the Arizona community since 1974. Dr. Pester works with The Center for Venous Disease in Arizona and El Paso, TX offices. Dr. Pester also has a thriving General Surgery practice in El Paso that focuses on women’s health issues. Dr. Pester has treated venous disease for over 20 years and has treated venous disease with minimally invasive techniques for over four years. Dr. Pester has served in various medical staff positions including Chief of Staff and Department Chairmanships. Dr. Pester holds medical licenses in Arizona and Texas. He is a Certified Doctor Training Site for VNUS® Medical Technologies and is a faculty member for VNUS Medical Education. Dr. Pester’s wife, Judy Pester is a doctor in the specialty of Pathology. They are both active in the Phoenix and El Paso communities. They enjoy dog agility competition with their 3 Standard Poodles. The Drs. Pester also enjoy Vintage Car Racing with a Formula Ford and 356 Porsche. They maintain a residence in Scottsdale in addition to a home in El Paso. Dr. Pester is board certified in Phebology (vein disease). |
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| Joseph M. Smith, M.D., R.V.T., CVD Co-Founder |
| Dr. Smith is a fourth generation New Mexican. He graduated High School from the New Mexico Military Institute. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of New Mexico. He attended Medical School at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Dr. Smith completed his Internship and Residency from St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He is a Diplomate American Board of Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a Registered Vascular Technician Sonographer (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers). He is an active member of the American College of Phlebology. Dr. Smith continues his affiliation with: The American College of Surgeons, American Medical Association, Critical Care Society of Medicine, Society of Minimally Invasive Therapy, New Mexico Medical Association, and is the Chairman of the New Mexico Trauma Foundation. Dr. Smith has been treating vein issues his entire medical career. He is the CO-Founder of CVD and operates centers in Santa Fe, NM and Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Smith is also a Certified Trainer and doctor training site for the VNUS Closure® Procedure. He has also been an Instructor at the VNUS Total Vein Care Courses. Dr. Smith and his family live in the Santa Fe area. Dr. Smith enjoys golfing, cooking, and fine dining. Dr. Smith is board certified in Phebology (vein disease). |
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| David M. Smith, D.O. |
| Dr. Smith is a well known Vascular Surgeon in Arizona and has been honored as a “Top Doc” by Phoenix Magazine in 2003, 2005, 2006. Dr. David Smith attended the College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Smith received his Internship and Residency training at Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He continued his Vascular and Endovascular training at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Smith was the Chief Surgical Resident and received the Outstanding Intern Award. Dr. Smith is a member of the American College of Phlebology, American Medical Association, and American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, American Osteopathic Association, Arizona Osteopathic Association, and International Society for Endovascular Surgery. Dr. Smith is the Chairman of Endovascular Department at one of Banner Health’s Hospitals. He also served as Vice Chief of Staff from 2004-2007. Dr. Smith has extensive training in Vascular Surgery and was one of the first doctors to perform minimally invasive procedures for venous disease in the State of Arizona. Dr. Smith and his family reside in the Phoenix area. He is dedicated to his children’s development and activities, and his involvement in his church. |
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| Mike Herion, M.D. |
| Dr. Herion graduated from Arizona State University in 1992 and completed his medical school training in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. He went on to complete his residency and fellowship training in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Herion is a board certified surgeon and a nationally recognized leader in Aesthetic Medicine and Oculoplastics. He was selected as a member of the prestigious National Education Faculty (NEF) for Allergan® Cosmetic and serves as an educational faculty member for Thermage®. This distinction identifies Dr. Herion as one of the top educators and aesthetic providers in the country. He has trained medical professionals from all over the world in the art of Botox®, dermal fillers, cosmetic laser applications and sclerotherapy. He is the newest physician to join the Center for Venous Disease family and looks forward to expanding his vein care practice. Dr. Herion is a Major in the United States Air Force and has been providing care to our country’s soldiers since 1998. In addition, Dr. Herion has been a sought after speaker at numerous national meetings and medical society conferences. He enjoys hiking, mountain biking and competing in adventure races throughout the Southwest during his leisure time. He can be found at every A.S.U. football game in support of his alma mater. |
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| Felice L. Bruno, M.D. |
| Dr. Bruno is a Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon who has been in practice in El Paso since 1978. He has been actively involved in treating heart and lung disease, as well as arterial and venous vascular problems. He graduated cum laude from the Medical School of the University of Torino, Italy, and holds Diplomas of Specialist in both General Surgery and Cardiovascular Surgery from the Surgical Clinic of the University of Torino. After completing a Fellowship in Cardiovascular Surgery at the Texas Heart Institute, in Houston, Texas, Dr. Bruno was invited by Dr. Denton A. Cooley to join The Texas Heart Institute staff, where, along with clinical surgery, he participated in artificial heart research and cardiac transplantation. He later moved to El Paso as co-director of the El Paso Southwestern Cardiovascular Associates practice. Dr. Bruno is a Fellow of the International College of Surgeons and is a Member of the American College of Phlebology. He is also a Member of the American Medical Association and of the D.A. Cooley Cardiovascular Surgical Society. During his years of practice in El Paso, Dr. Bruno has been actively involved with Medical Staff affairs, holding many positions, from Chief of Staff to Cardiovascular Department Chairman. He has been a Member of the Board of Directors with Sierra Medical Center and Sierra Providence Health Network for many years and is a Past President of the El Paso American Heart Association. Dr. Bruno enjoys race car driving, horse jumping and skiing. He has been a physician for the United States Ski Team and has traveled extensively with the World Cup Downhill team. He has been married since 1977 to Deborah, cardiopulmonary perfusionist, psychologist and artist. They have one daughter, Natalie, a Medical Doctor in Boston, Massachusetts. The Bruno's have resided in El Paso, Texas since 1978 and spend vacation time with family in Maine and Italy. They love English Bulldogs, cats, art and literature and historical cinema. |
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