Sanjiv Lakhanpal, MD, FACS, is a highly respected cardio vascular surgeon and the driving force behind Center for Vein Restoration (CVR), which he founded in 2007. A renowned physician, multisite healthcare administrator, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Dr. Lakhanpal believes in empowering those around him. He seeks leaders who understand that the patient is the core stakeholder in any healthcare enterprise. His guiding principle is, “As long as we take amazing care of our patients, all else will fall in place.”
Dr. Lakhanpal emphasizes that constant learning, rooted in humility, is key to human progress and is committed to lifelong learning and continuous improvement for himself and his entire team. He values team members who show mutual respect and work with goals that are aligned despite diverse thought processes.
His dynamic and adaptable approach keeping patient outcomes as front and center has revolutionized outpatient vascular care, making state-of-the-art treatment accessible and cost-efficient for countless patients. Because of his prominence in cardiovascular medicine, Dr. Lakhanpal is a sought-after national vein and cardiovascular care spokesperson.
Dr. Lakhanpal is well-published in cardiovascular surgery, explicitly focusing on venous diseases. In addition to his role at CVR, Dr. Lakhanpal founded the Center for Vascular Medicine (CVM), specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of deep venous disorders and peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in an outpatient setting and the Lakhanpal Vein Foundation (LVF), dedicated to improving venous disease outcomes and awareness worldwide through philanthropy, innovation, education, and research.
Among his numerous accolades, Dr. Sanjiv Lakhanpal has been named Glassdoor's CEO of the Year and honored with the President’s Award by President Joe Biden.
Dr. Lakhanpal is board-certified in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery and has served in leadership roles in cardiac surgery in several hospitals in the greater Washington, D.C., area. He received his initial medical education in India and at the Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York. Subsequently, he completed a Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery fellowship at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis.
In addition to leading two rapidly expanding medical practices and his foundation, Dr. Lakhanpal has an extensive publication record in cardiovascular surgery, particularly on venous diseases. He serves as a national spokesperson on vein and cardiovascular care.
Under Dr. Sanjiv Lakhanpal's leadership, Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) has grown to over 110 locations, treating more than 200,000 patients annually. It is one of the largest providers for venous insufficiency in the U.S. CVR excels in minimally invasive treatments and maintains a 98 percent patient satisfaction rating.
Center for Vein Restoration physicians are dedicated clinicians, educators, and researchers committed to advancing vein care. Through their active involvement in clinical studies and medical literature, they ensure CVR remains at the forefront of the field. In close collaboration with the Lakhanpal Vein Foundation (LVF), which leads venous and lymphatic research, they work to enhance understanding and treatment. Together, they are driven by a shared purpose: to maximize opportunities for all patients to receive high-quality, effective, and evidence-based treatment for venous disorders, shaping the future of patient care on a global scale.
A dynamic and adaptable visionary, Dr. Sanjiv Lakhanpal is also the Founder of Center for Vascular Medicine (CVM). CVM specializes in diagnosing and treating vascular disorders, including deep venous disorders and peripheral arterial disease (PAD), in an outpatient setting. Dr. Lakhanpal's leadership has driven CVM to focus on compassionate patient care, ensuring patients receive advanced, minimally invasive treatments for vascular diseases of the pelvis and lower extremities. CVM prides itself on using state-of-the-art diagnostic and interventional technologies, providing early diagnosis and prompt treatment to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
The Lakhanpal Vein Foundation (LVF) is dedicated to advancing the field of venous disease through philanthropy, innovation, education, and research. LVF focuses on improving patient outcomes and raising awareness about venous health issues worldwide. By supporting cutting-edge research and promoting educational initiatives, the foundation aims to enhance the understanding and treatment of venous diseases. LVF's commitment to innovation ensures that new and effective treatments are developed and made accessible to the world’s most vulnerable populations.
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