Mint Medical employs Registered Vascular Technologists (RVTs) throughout California. These highly trained technologists perform dozens of vascular ultrasound exams each day, which can be taxing as they are standing for long periods of time. To promote employee wellbeing and reduce physical and mental stress, Mint Medical partnered with Synergy Massage & Wellness to provide mobile […]
What are Varicose Veins? Varicose (enlarged) veins are a common condition that affects more than 30% of adults in the U.S. Veins are blood vessels that return very low-pressure unoxygenated blood back to the heart. Varicose veins are caused and worsened by a problem called chronic venous insufficiency. When these vessels are exposed to increased […]
Mint Medical is excited to welcome Dr. Steven Okuhn as our newly appointed Medical Director. Dr. Okuhn has an extensive background as a board-certified vascular surgeon in the San Francisco Bay Area. A New Jersey native, he received his undergraduate degree at Harvard before moving to California where he attended medical school at Stanford. “Once […]
Are you ready to unlock your hospital’s potential with an in-house vascular lab? Mint Medical is here to help! Mint Medical provides vascular ultrasound lab services designed to improve patient care. Trust Mint Medical to provide high-quality service that exceeds industry standards. To give more insight into how Mint Medical can help your facility, we’re […]
What is Accreditation? Accreditation is a certification given by professional societies to signify that an organization has met certain standards. Accreditation is commonly offered in any industry that provides standardized services such as education, insurance, and health care. Accreditation is especially important for the healthcare industry. Minimum standards ensure that patients receive the critical care […]
Why Choose Mint Medical? Mint Medical is a leader in non-invasive vascular laboratory services across California. We partner with hospitals and practices to provide custom, flexible solutions. Offerings include Registered Vascular Technologists (RVTs), Registered Physicians in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI), state-of-the-art equipment, and administrative and billing services. There are a variety of reasons why our partners […]
What is Heart Disease? February is American Heart Month, a national observance designed to promote awareness of heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, according to the CDC. Although it is prevalent, it is preventable and treatable with lifestyle changes and screening. Heart disease, also known as cardiovascular […]
How long have you worked at Mint Medical? 15 years in March of 2023 What has your career journey been like? I’ve been in the medical field for almost 25 years as a medical office manager, medical biller and coder, nursing recruiter for a home care agency, medical assistant, and my current position as a […]
Vascular laboratories are a critical component of patient care for full-service hospitals. Within vascular labs, Registered Vascular Technologists (RVTs) perform noninvasive vascular ultrasound exams for screening, diagnostic, and monitoring purposes. These exams include but are not limited to dialysis access evaluation, peripheral venous ultrasound, abdominal aortic aneurysm screening, and renal artery ultrasound. Although hospitals have […]
We all want to enjoy coming to work every day. When you enjoy your job, you’re more productive; you’re happier overall. Here are five qualities that make an excellent environment for vascular lab technicians (vascular techs) to work in daily. 1) A positive work environment A positive work environment is essential for any profession. Many […]
According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the fourth leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability in the United States. Regardless of age or race, strokes can happen to anyone at any time. However, there is good news; up to 80% of strokes are preventable. The problem is that preventative testing […]
Introduction to Vascular Ultrasound An upper extremity ultrasound is a type of vascular ultrasound exam. Vascular ultrasound is an imaging technique designed to examine the cardiovascular, or circulatory system, which comprises the veins and arteries. These ultrasound exams use Doppler technology, which uses harmless, high-frequency soundwaves to create images and videos of what is happening […]
