The Future of Outpatient Vascular Care: A CEO’s Perspective
The Future of Outpatient Vascular Care: A CEO’s Perspective
By Michael Licata CEO, American Vascular Associates
As the CEO of American Vascular Associates, I have the privilege of witnessing firsthand transformative changes reshaping outpatient vascular care. Over the last decade, we’ve seen an inspiring shift—away from hospital-centric models and toward more accessible, patient-friendly outpatient settings. But the future holds even more promise, and at American Vascular Associates, we’re committed to leading that charge with a clear purpose: to support physicians, practice leaders, and care teams in delivering compassionate, coordinated, and relationship-driven care.
Putting People First: The Heart of Outpatient Care
Our mission isn’t just a statement—it’s a daily commitment. “Putting people first” means creating environments where both patients and care teams feel seen, heard, and valued. In outpatient vascular care, this begins with building trust—between patients and providers, between our company and our clinical partners, and within the care teams themselves.
The future of vascular care will not be driven by technology alone. It will be shaped by how we use that technology to strengthen human relationships. At American Vascular Associates, we’re fostering a culture of empathy and collaboration, ensuring that innovations serve our mission of compassion and connection, not replace them.
Coordinated Care: From Siloed to Seamless
One of the biggest challenges in vascular care today is fragmentation. Patients often see multiple specialists, undergo complex procedures, and navigate a maze of healthcare systems. We envision—and are actively working toward—a future where vascular care is no longer fragmented but fully coordinated.
Through multi-disciplinary teams, data integration, shared decision-making platforms, and streamlined workflows, we can remove barriers to care and make the patient journey more intuitive and supportive. Our role is to support practice leaders in breaking down silos, so that each patient’s care is a cohesive story, not a disconnected series of chapters.
Innovation With Purpose
We often hear about innovation as a buzzword, but for us, it’s a value rooted in purpose. It’s not about adopting the newest device or platform simply because it’s available. It’s about identifying clinical and operational challenges and solving them in ways that improve the entire care experience for all constituents.
From leveraging advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques, to exploring AI-powered diagnostics and patient engagement tools, innovation at American Vascular Associates is always human-centered. Our goal is to make patient care more precise, more personalized, and more proactive.
Continuous Improvement: The Journey Never Ends
Healthcare is dynamic, and so are we. The best vascular care doesn’t come from staying static—it comes from listening, learning, and improving every single day.
We are building a culture of continuous improvement, where physicians and their clinical teams are empowered and encouraged to improve, refine, and grow their practice. By investing in leadership development, process improvement, and operational excellence, we aim to support practices in delivering care that consistently exceed patient expectations.
A Shared Vision for the Future
Looking ahead, I’m more optimistic than ever. The outpatient vascular space is evolving rapidly, and that evolution is being driven by a shared desire for better patient experiences, better outcomes, and better systems of care.
At American Vascular Associates, we don’t see ourselves as just an organization—we see ourselves as partners in this transformation. By staying true to our mission, we will continue to support our teams and providers in redefining what’s possible in vascular care.
Together, we’re not just imagining the future of outpatient vascular care…we’re building it.
If you’re a physician who shares our commitment to compassionate, coordinated, and relationship-driven care, we invite you to explore what’s possible by working with American Vascular Associates. Join a team that puts people first, values innovation, and fosters a culture of trust and continuous improvement.
Let’s shape the future of vascular care—together.
Warmly,
Michael Licata
Chief Executive Officer, American Vascular Associates
