Please join us in welcoming Dr. Pierson to our team of cardiologists!  We are pleased to welcome Lee Pierson, M.D., to our team of cardiologists. Prior to joining us at AHVI, Dr. Pierson completed his Bachelor of Science and Master...

Last Friday, AHVI celebrated 20 years of impactful change with the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women initiative! Go Red for Women has raised awareness about and continues to address the clinical care gaps in cardiovascular disease among women....

AHVI Chief Revenue Officer Gloria Jueneman, FACMPE has achieved Fellowship in the American College of Medical Practice Executives. This prestigious designation demonstrates mastery and expertise in medical practice management. To attain Fellowship, Jueneman first earned the Certified Medical Practice Executive...

Sunny Sunday, February 4th, saw the 28th annual Alaska Ski for Women! The Alaska Ski for Women is North America’s largest women’s cross-country ski event, with close to 1,000 Alaska women coming together to celebrate skiing in beautiful Kincaid Park....

Alaska Heart & Vascular Institute (AHVI) is thrilled to announce the latest addition to our esteemed team of physicians, Jasleen Tiwana, MD. As a highly skilled interventional cardiologist, Dr. Tiwana brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and dedication to our...

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Jeffrey Dixson and Dr. Moyukh Ghosh to our team of cardiologists!  Dr.Dixson earned his undergraduate degree in psychology from Duke University and his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He is Board Certified in...

Urgent care is essential for survival and recovery. The average person does not seek medical care until about three hours after they experience the first heart attack symptoms—but, tragically, about half of heart attack deaths occur in the first 3...

We are proud to share that AHVI CEO Bob Craig and Linda Ireland, DO, FACC, represented AHVI and Alaska at the American College of Cardiology (ACC) Legislative Conference in DC this week! This annual conference offers cardiovascular clinicians and care...

August was a fun and busy month for AHVI community participation. Keep reading to learn about our participation in fun, local events we have sponsored annually and love to support!  Dave Thorsness Rowing Challenge Row AHVI! On August 14, AHVI...

Last week, AHVI headed to sunny Talkeetna to participate in the American Lung Association’s Clean Air Challenge. The Clean Air Challenge is a community-based fundraiser powered by cyclist volunteers taking on a variety of different courses. Thank you so much...

Congratulations to Lisa Gray, DO, FACC, for earning the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences’ Class of 2022 Preceptor of the Year award! Dr. Gray’s award distinguishes her as the students’ nominee for the Anchorage/Mat-Su region. In commenting on her...

Kambe Padgett suffered from heart disease even before she knew she had it. “I was in the fight without realizing it,” she said. Growing up in a small town near Seward, Kambe was always sick. Her mom and dad took...

We’re extremely pleased to join the national cardiology community in applauding Dr. Mark Willcox, electrophysiologist at AHVI, for his ground-breaking study into the effectiveness of top heart monitors. As a result of his research, Dr. Willcox found that human technicians...

In recognition of outstanding service on behalf of the Heart Rhythm Society, Ms. Racenet, MSN, FNP, FHRS, CEPS, CCDS, was honored for her professional leadership and dedication to furthering the field of clinical cardiac Electrophysiology (EP). As a cornerstone of...

Today, more than one million Americans serve in the National Guard and Reserve, representing over half our nation’s military. These brave men and women have committed their lives to the service of their country’s national defense—yet, many struggle to find...

AHVI is proud to be the first and only provider in Alaska to offer the WATCHMAN implant as an alternative to blood thinners for patients living with non-valvular atrial fibrillation. The implant is cost-effective, protects patient health, and improves the...

AHVI would like to warmly welcome two new cardiologist to our Anchorage clinic, Blake Charlton, MD and Hung Vo, MD!...

Alaska Heart & Vascular Institute is pleased to announce the relocation and opening of our new healthcare facility in Wasilla located at 3125 East Meridian Park Loop, scheduled to open the first week of December. AHVI offers a complete line...

Home progrm (Mixed-Basic) Home Program (Upper Body) Home Program (Lower Body) Home Program (Cool Down)...

When it comes to simple ways to be healthy, walking is all the rage–and it’s easy. For those of us lucky enough to live in Alaska, our walks are some of the most beautiful there are. Walking doesn’t require any...