Vincent W. Gardner, MD

Phlebologist (Vein Specialist)

Dr. Vincent W. Gardner is a Phlebologist (Vein Specialist) in Chattanooga, TN with special training and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of vein disorders. As a Phlebologist (Vein Specialist), Vincent W. Gardner, MD performs diagnostic, minimally-invasive, botanical, and surgical procedures for venous disorders. Phlebology (Vein Medicine) is the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic venous diseases. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Phlebologists include varicose veins, venous stasis ulcer, venous thromboembolism, chronic venous insufficiency, and deep vein thrombosis. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Phlebologists include medical history review, physical exam, duplex ultrasound, CTV, MRV, horse chestnut extract, gradient compression stocking and blood thinning medication prescriptions, ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy, endovenous laser treatment, ambulatory phlebectomy, sclerotherapy, thrombolysis, and vein stripping.

Phlebology is the medical discipline that involves the diagnosis and treatment of venous disorders, including spider veins, varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency, venous leg ulcers, congenital venous abnormalities, venous thromboembolism and other disorders of venous origin. A phlebologist has attained a minimum of 50 hours of CME units in phlebology-related courses, and is knowledgeable of and trained in a variety of diagnostic techniques including physical examination, venous imaging techniques such as duplex ultrasound, CT and MR, plethysmographic techniques and laboratory evaluation related to venous thromboembolism. The phlebologist is also trained in a variety of therapeutic interventions, which may include compression, sclerotherapy, cutaneous vascular laser, endovenous thermoablation procedures (laser and radiofrequency) endovenous chemical ablation, surgical procedures (e.g., ambulatory phlebectomy, venous ligation), vasoactive medications and the management of venous thromboembolism.

Surgeon

Dr. Vincent W. Gardner is a Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN with special training and skill in performing surgical procedures within a wide variety of specialties. As a Surgeon, Vincent W. Gardner, MD performs surgical operations to prevent or remedy illness, injury, or dysfunction relating to patient anatomy. Surgery is a medical specialty focusing on surgical operations performed as emergency or elective procedures. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Surgeons include appendicitis, heart disease, pancreatitis, traumatic injury, cancer, congenital birth defect, oral disease or dysfunction, gallbladder disease, kidney stones, chronic back, neck, or joint pain, chronic sinus infection, brain disorders, and eye injury or illness. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Surgeons include laboratory testing, surgical procedures, post-operative care, patient education, anesthesia administration, and pre-and post-operative medication prescription.

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Cosmetic Surgeon

Dr. Vincent W. Gardner is a Cosmetic Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN with special training and skill in surgically restructing the body for aesthetic purposes. As a Cosmetic Surgeon, Vincent W. Gardner, MD performs aesthetic surgery on the entire body. Cosmetic Surgery is the surgical augmentation of the body for cosmetic purposes. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Cosmetic Surgeons include damaged skin, misshapen, undesirably sized or dysfunctional body parts. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Cosmetic Surgeons include facelift, blepharoplasty (eye lift), rhinoplasty (nose job) breast augmentation, and penis enlargement surgery.

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  University of South Alabama

Dr. Gardner received his B.S. in Biology from Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee, and his M.D. from the University of South Alabama, College of Medicine in Mobile, Alabama, where he was a member of the AOA honor medical society. Dr. Gardner was awarded the Outstanding Resident in Surgery award during his Chief Resident Year in surgical training with Baptist Health Systems in Birmingham. Dr. Gardner is certified by the American Board of Surgery, the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, and the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine. Additionally, he is credentialed in ultrasound and is a Registered Surgeon in Vascular Interpretation.aspx) (RPVI). Dr. Gardner serves on the faculty of SSAs’ American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery’s Fellowship Program, where he helps to train outstanding surgeons from around the country. He is also a board examiner for the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery.

After a career in general surgery, including laparoscopic, thoracic, geriatric, and vascular procedures, Dr. Gardner began performing endovenous thermal ablations to benefit his vein patients in 2006. He joined the Alabama Vascular and Vein Center a year later, where he focused his efforts on using endovenous techniques to treat venous disorders. During this time, Dr. Gardner also performed cosmetic surgeries at Southern Surgical Arts while completing a fellowship in facial and cosmetic body surgery.

After his fellowship with SSA, Dr. Gardner relocated his practice to Chattanooga, focusing on the treatment of venous disease and cosmetic surgery. He lives on Signal Mountain with his wife and two children. Dr. Gardner enjoys woodworking and college football and has traveled to Honduras for medical mission work.

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  Member of the American Vein & Lymphatic Society / American College of Phlebology

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  Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

• AARP Medicare

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  • Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) Health Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Point-of-Service (POS) Health Insurance Plans Accepted

• Freedom Life Insurance

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  • Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) Health Insurance Plans Accepted

• Medicare

  • Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) Health Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Point-of-Service (POS) Health Insurance Plans Accepted

• Oxford Health Plans

• Preferred Care Partners

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  • Point-of-Service (POS) Health Insurance Plans Accepted

• UnitedHealthcare Ins Co of River Valley

• UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company

  • Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Health Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) Health Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Point-of-Service (POS) Health Insurance Plans Accepted

• WellMed [WellMed Medical Management Inc.]