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Pioneer in Field

Over the last decade, the healthcare community has witnessed remarkable improvements in the administration of vascular access care. Previously, end-stage renal disease patients all too often received sub-optimal vascular access care. Few physicians were dedicated to this area of practice and there was little coordination between specialists, patients and dialysis facilities. Access problems were often identified and treated only after they had become severe. As a result, costs for care were high, patient quality of life suffered and outcomes were poor.
 
In 1998, Lifeline Vascular Access was created to specifically address these deficiencies and improve the delivery and coordination of vascular access care to ESRD patients. Through Lifeline Vascular Access’ innovative approach, this area of healthcare has witnessed significant improvements. Today, delivering vascular access care in a dedicated outpatient environment has become the standard for care.

“Through the interventions performed at the access center, success rates for patients with maturing AV fistulas have definitely seen a marked improvement. As a result, fewer patients are using catheters for dialysis.”


Jack E. Rubin, M.D., Medical Director
Los Angeles Vascular Access Center
Inglewood, California