Lake Washington Vascular

Clinics and Practices

1135 116th Ave. NE, Suite 305Bellevue, WA 98004-4623 USA (425) 453-1772 https://lakewashingtonvascular.com/

We’ll Take Good Care of You

Our practice’s five doctors are some of the leading vascular surgeons in the region – conducting research on the latest techniques; working closely with Overlake and Evergreen Hospitals; and providing vascular surgery, physician consultations; and spider and varicose vein treatments.
Lake Washington Vascular has offices at Overlake Medical Center (Bellevue), EvergreenHealth Medical Center (Kirkland), and Highmark Medical Center in Issaquah. We see and care for patients and have a full service vascular laboratory at all three of our locations. Doctors Daniel Pepper, Kathleen Gibson, Brian Ferris, and Renee Minjarez all have admitting and operating privileges at Overlake Medical Center and EvergreenHealth Medical Center.
For more than 25 years, Lake Washington Vascular has been the Puget Sound region’s center for total vein and artery health. We identify medical advances and integrate them into ever-advancing care. Whether you need an ultrasound to pinpoint a problem, surgery for vein or artery disease, or treatment for spider veins or varicose veins, we provide thorough care using the latest techniques.

Screening Exam for Vascular Disease

Why should I consider having a vascular screening test?

Vascular (arterial) disease is a leading cause of death and disability. Often, vascular disease may go undetected until it causes symptoms (such as a stroke) or death. Early detection of many vascular problems may prevent deaths and disability by providing timely medical or surgical treatment.

Who should have a vascular screening?

Risk factors for vascular disease include a history of smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity and diabetes. Individuals with any of these risk factors have the most to gain from screening. Individuals with a significant family history of vascular disease (such as strokes, heart attacks, or aneurysms) may also wish to consider screening as it can detect early stages of disease.

How are the tests performed?

The testing is performed using our state of the art ultrasound machines. The testing is painless, using ultrasound jelly on the skin and a handheld probe. Testing is performed by highly specialized vascular technologists who have completed four years of training in vascular ultrasound. You will receive your results immediately, but your exam will also be reviewed by one of our vascular surgeons at a later time. Your evaluation should take about thirty minutes.

What tests are performed with a vascular screening?

Vascular screening at Lake Washington Vascular includes four important tests:

1. Carotid artery disease screening:

The carotid arteries provide blood to the brain. Blockages in these arteries are a common cause of strokes.

2. Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening:

AAAs are enlarged blood vessels that are usually silent until rupture. AAAs are a leading cause of death, particularly in men over age 60.

3. Kidney artery narrowing:

Kidney artery narrowing can cause high blood pressure or kidney failure.

4. Leg artery narrowing:

Narrowing in leg arteries can cause pain with walking, or make wounds on the legs heal slowly. Leg artery narrowing is also a strong indicator of arterial problems in other areas, such as the heart.

Will my insurance pay for the test?

In general, insurance carriers and Medicare currently do not reimburse for preventative screening studies. You will be responsible for the screening fee.

Do I need a physician referral?

No. Since vascular screening tests are not covered by insurance, anyone can “self-refer” for testing.

What do I do if the test finds an abnormality?

We encourage you to share the results of the test with your primary care physician. At your request, we can mail the results of your testing to your physician; however, you are responsible for ensuring that they follow up with you. Usually, an abnormal screening test should be followed up with a dedicated in depth vascular test to further evaluate the area of abnormality. This can be ordered by your physician, and in many cases, would be covered by insurance.

Where and when can I have a screening examination?

Lake Washington Vascular Laboratory has three convenient locations: in Bellevue at the Overlake Medical Tower, in Kirkland at the Evergreen Surgery & Physicians Center, and in Issaquah at the Highmark Medical Center. Appointments are available at all three locations five days a week. Some Saturday appointments are available in Bellevue.

Physicians

Kathleen Gibson, M.D.

Certification: American Board of Surgery, General & Vascular Surgery
Vascular Fellowship: University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Residency: General Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Medical School: University of Washington, Seattle, WA
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Brian Ferris, M.D.

Certification: American Board of Surgery, General & Vascular Surgery
Vascular Fellowship: University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Residency: General Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR
Medical School: University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
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Renee Minjarez, M.D.

Certification: American Board of Surgery, General & Vascular Surgery
Vascular and Endovascular Fellowship: Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR
General Surgery Residency: Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, Dallas, TX
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Elena Rinehardt, M.D.

Certification: American Board of Surgery, General & Vascular Surgery
Vascular Surgery Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics, Madison, WI
Medical School: University of Washington, Seattle, WA
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Elica Inagaki, M.D.

Certification: American Board of Surgery Elgible, General & Vascular Surgery
Vascular Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA
Residency: General Surgery, Boston University Medical Center, Boston, MA
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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Nurse Practioners

Directions

Overlake Hospital Medical Tower

1135 116th Ave. NE, Suite 305
Bellevue, WA 98004-4623

Tel: 425.453.1772
Fax: 425.453.0603
info@lakewashingtonvascular.com

Get personalized driving directions to the Overlake Hospital Medical Tower

From I-405 southbound, take NE 8th exit, eastbound
From I-405 northbound, take NE 4th exit, follow signs to Hospital
Turn north from NE 8th onto 116th Ave. NE
Turn left into Hospital campus at the emergency entrance
Parking garage is on your right
Patient drop off is at entrance in the circular drive on the left
Take elevators to the 3rd floor and follow hall on right to Suite 305

Evergreen Surgery & Physicians Pavilion

12333 NE 130th Lane, Suite 425
Kirkland, WA 98034-3051

Tel: 425.453.1772
Fax: 425.453.0603
info@lakewashingtonvascular.com

Get personalized driving directions to the Evergreen Surgery & Physicians Pavilion

From I-405 Southbound:

Take NE 124th St. Exit (Exit 20)
At the end of the exit ramp, turn right onto NE 124th St.
Right at 1st stoplight onto 116th Ave. NE
Right on NE 128th St. Continue on NE 128th St. up the hill
Turn left onto 124th Ave NE and enter the East Entrance of the garage

From I-405 Northbound:

Take NE 124th St. Exit (Exit 20B)
Stay right and follow sign toward Totem Lake Blvd.
At light, road turns into 120th Ave. NE
Stay on 120th Ave. NE up a hill
Right on NE 128th St. Continue on NE 128th St. up the hill
Turn left onto 124th Ave NE and enter the East Entrance of the garage

Parking:

Left at the stop sign into Evergreen Surgery Pavilion Parking/East Garage
Down one level to Level “D”
Park in Patient or Handicapped space
Evergreen Surgery and Physicians Center Pavilion is at the corner of the garage (opposite the elevators
You will be on the 4th floor of the building when you enter

Highmark Medical Center

1740 NW Maple St., Suite 200
Issaquah, WA, 98027

Tel: 425.453.1772
Fax: 425.453.0603
info@lakewashingtonvascular.com

Get personalized driving directions to the Highmark Medical Center

From I-90 Eastbound:

Take exit #15 for WA-900/Renton Road
Turn right at WA-900 Renton Road
Turn right at the light: NW Maple St.
Free parking under the building

From I-90 Westbound:

Take exit #15 for WA-900/Renton Road
Turn left at 17th Ave NW
Continue onto Renton Road
Turn right at the light: NW Maple St.
Free parking under the building

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