Offers high-quality, individualized care with compassion. Believes communication and collaboration with patients is the foundation for effective relationships. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health goals. Dr. Schmidt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). His top areas of expertise are Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Carotid Artery Disease, Tetralogy of Fallot, and Arterial Embolism.

Cares for the patient as a whole person, not for single diseases. Believes communication and collaboration with patients is the foundation for effective patient care. Dr. Major is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Varicose Veins, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Dr. James McPherson is medical director of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons of Ventura County. Dr. McPherson is board certified in thoracic surgery and performs all aspects of adult cardiac, general thoracic and peripheral vascular surgery. Dr. McPherson received a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of Southern California (USC). He then attended Tulane University where he received his Doctor of Medicine degree as well as a Masters in Public Health. He then completed his general surgery training at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York City. There, he continued his interest in cardiovascular surgery while working with Dr. George Green, a pioneer in the use of the internal mammary artery as a conduit for coronary artery bypass surgery. As Chief Resident, McPherson was awarded the Outstanding Teaching Award. Dr. McPherson returned to USC for his cardiothoracic surgery fellowship where he studied under renowned surgeon Dr. Vaughn Starnes. In addition, Dr. McPherson studied esophageal and pulmonary surgery with Dr. Tom DeMeester, an international leader in this field. After serving four years on the USC faculty, Dr. McPherson founded the Los Angeles Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Group, focusing on minimally invasive heart valve surgery, early diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer. In 2016, he joined Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeons of Ventura County expanding patient outreach to include both Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. His practice is focused on minimally invasive cardiac surgery, including trans catheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), treatment of lung cancer using the DaVinci robotic platform and endovascular treatment of thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms. Under Dr. McPherson's leadership, St. John's has grown to become one of the busiest robotic thoracic surgery programs in Southern California. He is a firm believer that minimally invasive approaches decrease both postoperative pain, hospital length of stay and will lead to earlier treatment and better outcomes. Dr. McPherson continues to serve the community by mentoring high school and college students who are pursuing a career in medicine. He serves on the St. John's Foundation Board of Directors. He is fluent in English and Spanish and has made numerous television and radio appearances educating the public on heart, lung and vascular disease. In his free time, he enjoys travel and is an avid fan of tennis, scuba diving and college football. He is also passionate about music and listens to an eclectic variety of music ranging from Miles Davis to Mozart.Dr. McPherson offers patient-centered care with minimally invasive approaches to heart, lung and aortic disease. Dr. McPherson uses the latest advancements in technique and technology to perform all aspects of adult cardio thoracic surgery. His philosophy of collaboration with referring physicians ensures continuity of care. Dr. Mcpherson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). His top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

Dr. Kong partnered with Dr. C. Shawn Skillern to form West Coast Vascular.Dr. Kong is a highly trained vascular surgeon with advanced endovascular skills. Dr. Kong received a Bachelor of Arts from John Hopkins University and Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Tennessee. Prior to completing his vascular and endovascular fellowship at Emory University he completed his General Surgery Residency at Tulane University School of Medicine. Belonging to the Society of Vascular Surgery, Dr. Kong has written over one dozen manuscripts in endovascular procedures.  In addition, he has helped to build programs that reflect ongoing changes in the treatment of vascular disease, such as minimally invasive stent grafts for thoracic aneurysms, carotid stenting, and advanced venous therapy.Our mission is to provide the highest level of overall service, vascular care and optimal therapy to our patients and our community. Communication, accountability and reliability are the cornerstone for building these strong relationships. . Dr. Kong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Edema, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Varicose Veins, Meige Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Works in partnership with patients, offering high-quality, individualized care with compassion. Believes the best care can be achieved only when patients understand their conditions properly and are fully satisfied with the care they receive. Dr. Quirk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). Her top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, Gangrene, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Alan Mintz is a Vascular Surgeon in Oxnard, California. Dr. Mintz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Cellulitis, Idiopathic Edema, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Mintz is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Guo uses both endovascular and open vascular techniques to achieve the best outcome possible for his patients. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery for both Vascular Surgery and General Surgery.Dr. Guo has spent time on both coasts. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania with Magna cum Laude distinction, and graduated Alpha Omega Alpha (top 10% of class) from the New York University School of Medicine in 1997. He then trained extensively at UCLA School of Medicine, completing his internship, General Surgery residency, as well as a research fellowship in Molecular Endocrinology. Subsequently, he completed a clinical and research fellowship in Vascular Surgery also at UCLA School of Medicine in 2006. In addition to his medical interests he is an avid amateur violinist, playing on his Gagliano violin made in the year 1770. He also is fluent in Mandarin and Fukinese.Our mission is to provide the highest level of overall service, vascular care and optimal therapy to our patients and our community. Communication, accountability and reliability are the cornerstone for building these strong relationships. Dr. Guo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gangrene, Varicose Veins, Carotid Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Works in partnership with patients, offering high-quality, individualized care with compassion. Believes the best care can be achieved only when patients understand their conditions properly and are fully satisfied with the care they receive. Dr. Albaugh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Arterial Embolism, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Christopher Skillern is a Vascular Surgeon in Ventura, California. Dr. Skillern is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Varicose Veins, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Skillern is currently accepting new patients.

Our mission is to provide the highest level of overall service, vascular care and optimal therapy to our patients and our community. Communication, accountability and reliability are the cornerstone for building these strong relationships. Dr. Runge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Varicose Veins, Gangrene, Idiopathic Edema, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Michael Jamison is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Camarillo, California. Dr. Jamison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). His top areas of expertise are Ebstein's Anomaly, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).