Our Vein & Vascular Physicians
Paul John Rochon, MD, RPVI, FSIR
Dr. Paul John Rochon is a dual board-certified Vascular & Interventional Radiologist with expertise in peripheral arterial disease, venous disease, women’s health, and pain management. Dr. Rochon has taught and directed interventional radiology resident programs, received awards, authored publications in peer-reviewed journals, and engaged in clinical research.
Timothy Cawlfield, MD
Timothy Cawlfield, MD, is a phlebologist specializing in the treatment of vein disease at American Vein & Vascular Institute. As a general practitioner licensed to practice medicine in Colorado with specialties in vascular disease and family medicine, Dr. Cawlfield has a hospital affiliation with Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo, Colo.
Scott N. Hurlbert, MD, MBA
Dr. Hurlbert has been treating vascular patients in Colorado Springs since 1998 and has many “firsts” on his resume. Not only was he the first in southern Colorado to perform minimally invasive Aortic Endograft repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms, he also was the first in the region to do rotational atherectomy for blockages in leg arteries and the first to perform laser ablation for the treatment of varicose veins.
Amber Kemnitz, MSN, APRN, NP-C
Amber Kemnitz RN,BSN, MSN, NP-C is certified nurse practitioner. She has a decade worth of experience in cardiovascular care. She is passionate about creating awareness of peripheral arterial disease and critical limb ischemia through early identification and treatment.
Nicole Gundersen, MMS, PA-C
Nicole Gundersen, is a phlebologist at American Vein and Vascular Institute. Gundersen received her Masters of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Keiser University. Gundersen received her training through the fellowship program developed and led by Dr. Gordon Gibbs, American Vein & Vascular Institute Founder and Chief Medical Executive.
Jessi Hartzler, MS, PA-C
Jessi Hartzler, MS, PA-C, is a phlebologist at American Vein & Vascular Institute. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Arkansas, and a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from University of Missouri – Kansas City.