Dr. Evan Ownby joined Intermountain Health after practicing for ten years as an interventional cardiologist in Lynchburg, Virginia. He brings extensive training and expertise in managing coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, venous insufficiency, and venous thromboembolism. His practice includes chronic management of these diseases for patients in the clinic setting, complemented by various endovascular hospital-based procedures to optimize patient care.Dr. Ownby joined the Intermountain Health Heart & Vascular Institute at St. Mary�s Medical Center in 2024. He is board-certified in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, vascular medicine and endovascular medicine. After earning his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University, he received additional training at Indiana University, where he completed a residency in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease. He also served as a Chief Resident in Internal Medicine. He then completed a fellowship in Interventional Cardiology at The Ohio State University.Born and raised in the Ozarks in central Missouri, Dr. Ownby's personal background and interests make him relatable to the Western Slope community. He attended college in the West where he met his wife. They are parents to six children and have enjoyed getting to know and love many communities across the country. He is now excited to call Grand Junction home and looks forward to getting to know the beautiful surroundings and serving in the community.�When he is not providing care at the Heart & Vascular Institute,�he likes to spend his time hiking, traveling and other fun adventures with family. Dr. Ownby is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Arterial Embolism, Necrosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy.

Sameer Mehta, MD, is a board-certified interventional cardiologist with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating complex cardiovascular conditions. He is especially interested in complex coronary interventions, peripheral vascular disease interventions, limb salvage, cardiogenic shock management, and structural heart disease.Dr. Mehta is also actively engaged in advancing cardiovascular treatments, staying at the forefront of innovation in cardiovascular care. His approach emphasizes precision, minimally invasive techniques, and individualized treatment planning to optimize patient outcomes.�Every patient deserves the utmost quality of care and attention. I have spent over 16 years practicing in the Denver area, providing cardiac and vascular care. It is my honor to continue to do so.�With a commitment to both clinical excellence and compassionate care, Dr. Mehta is recognized for his expertise in managing high-risk patients and collaborating across specialties to deliver comprehensive cardiovascular solutions. He enjoys performing vascular interventions, particularly limb-saving procedures.Dr. Mehta completed his medical training at Southern Illinois University, followed by a residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center, a fellowship in interventional cardiology at Mid America Heart Institute, and a cardiology fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. After his fellowships, Dr. Mehta completed a post-doctoral research fellowship with Donald W. Reynolds Cardiovascular Center.Dr. Mehta is an avid tennis player who stays active on the courts, skiing and hiking in the mountains, and golfing. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Aortic Regurgitation, Pediatric Myocarditis, Atherectomy, and Cardiac Ablation.

Originally from the East Coast, Dr. Weigel spent more than 25 years in private practice in New Jersey. Dr. Weigel graduated from the medical school at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. He completed his residency at University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Weigel is board certified in Internal Medicine. His clinical interests are chronic disease management and preventive care. He is passionate about spending time talking and listening to his patients.�My job is to make sure my patients make informed decisions about their healthcare. I want to catch disease processes early so they can be treated more efficiently.�When not working, Dr. Weigel can be found participating in outdoor activities such as skiing, snow shoeing and hiking with his wife and their two dogs. Dr. Weigel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Ureteroscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Meredith Mcdermott is an Interventional Radiologist in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Dr. Mcdermott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. Her top areas of expertise are Varicocele, SVC Obstruction, May Thurner Syndrome, and Varicose Veins.

Dr. Welker is from Albuquerque, New Mexico. She received her bachelor�s degree in Chemistry at the University of New Mexico prior to attending the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. After she earned her medical degree, Dr. Welker completed a Family Practice Residency at the University of New Mexico Family Medicine Program. Following residency, she joined West Mesa Family Medicine in Albuquerque. This family medicine group was the foundation for Presbyterian Medical Group, now the largest medical group in New Mexico. She has practiced in Albuquerque since 1988.Dr. Welker enjoys caring for families, infants to grandparents. She has a special interest in women�s health needs.Dr. Welker and her husband are moving to Grand Junction to be closer to her daughter�s family and grandkids. Visiting Grand Junction, they have grown to love the area and the beautiful surroundings and diverse outdoor activities it provides.When not at work she enjoys biking, gardening and hiking with her family. Dr. Welker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. Her top areas of expertise are Silicosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

Dr. Reicks is originally from Grand Junction, Colorado. He earned credit toward a bachelor�s degree in biology from Colorado College, followed by his medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri and completed his family practice residency at St. Vincent Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. His clinical interests include muscular skeletal pain, chronic pain and diabetes management. Dr. Reicks is board certified in Family Medicine.�I believe that a person�s physical and emotional health are tightly linked. I approach each patient with this in mind as we develop a plan for their health.�When not working Dr. Reicks enjoys yoga, pickleball, being outdoors and working with his hands. Dr. Reicks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

"Growing up in Fairfield, New Jersey, Dr. Gerard Federico always wanted to move west so he could participate in outdoor hobbies year round. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from Siena College in Loudonville, New York. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the University of New England in Biddeford, Maine. Dr. Federico completed an internship in internal medicine with St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, and residency training in internal medicine with Stony Brook University Hospital in Stony Brook, New York.Board certified, Dr. Federico has practiced internal medicine in Colorado for the past 13 years. He is the Medical Director for the Cat-skiing operation Powder Addiction, in Empire, Colorado.An outdoor enthusiast, Dr. Federico, his wife (a pediatrician) and their two children spend all of their free time skiing, biking, camping and fishing.""I try to really listen to my patients and be attentive to what they are wanting/needing. I think it is important to take the time to address all or most of their concerns at each visit.""". Dr. Federico is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Acquired Agranulocytosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Cirrhosis.

Dr. Ahrendt is a board certified medical oncologist originally from Boston, Massachusetts. She earned a bachelor's degree in biology from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, followed by a medical degree from the Drexel University Hahnemann School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ahrendt completed an internship, residency and a combined hematology/oncology fellowship at Tufts New England Medical Center in Boston. Dr. Ahrendt pursued a career in medicine because of her desire to help those in need and being able to make an impact on people�s ability to get through disease and difficult situations.�The key to successful treatment of cancer is having a team-based approach. The relationship between the patient, family members, doctors, nurses and support services is so important.���Dr. Ahrendt�s clinical interests include breast cancer, colorectal cancer, lung cancer, chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Dr. Ahrendt is an investigator involved in clinical research trials in the areas of medical oncology and hematology. Her research includes oncology and hematology.�She has been practicing oncology in Denver since 2004 and is currently accepting new patients.�When she is not at work, Dr. Ahrendt enjoys skiing, camping, hiking and fishing with her husband and son. Dr. Ahrendt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

Originally from Ohio, Dr. Jahangiri earned her medical degree and completed both her internship and residency at Northeast Ohio Medical University College of Medicine in Rootstown, Ohio. She went on to complete a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, New York. Dr. Jahangiri has been practicing medicine for 6 years. Her clinical interests include gastrointestinal cancers, blood disorders and blood cancers.�I believe strongly in providing high quality oncology care for patients on the Western Slope. Cancer is so scary, and I want to help patients understand their diagnosis and options so that they can decide the best path for them. My job is to serve as a guide and support through that process.�When not working, Dr. Jahangiri enjoys running, a good book and Broadway shows. Often, she can be found partaking in one of Colorado�s many outdoor activities with her husband, three children and shelter dog. Dr. Jahangiri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, and Virilizing Ovarian Tumor.

Originally from Nepal, Dr. Sharma earned his medical degree from the Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital in Kathmandu. He completed an internal medicine residency at Hackensack University-Englewood Program in Englewood, New Jersey, a cardiac arrhythmia research fellowship at the Kansas City Heart Rhythm Institute and a cardiology fellowship at Michigan State University � Garden City Hospital in Garden City. His clinical interests include coronary artery disease, arrhythmia, heart failure and preventive cardiology.�I am a very good listener and value shared decision-making with my patients. I work to develop excellent patient relationships and empower each patient to control their cardiovascular diseases.�Married with two sons, Dr. Sharma�s family is the pillar of his life and gives him the energy to keep trying to do better every day. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Tamponade, Cardiac Ablation, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Dr. Owsley earned his medical degree in Kansas City. He moved to Denver and completed his residency at Saint Joseph Hospital. After his residency, he worked as a hospitalist in Denver prior to starting a fellowship at the University of Tennessee in Memphis. His clinical interests surround melanoma, lymphoma and primary brain cancers.�A cancer diagnosis is an ailment that encompasses the entire person and as an oncologist, I am privileged to be a part of my patient�s journey. We would not just focus on the disease itself, but also on the effect it has on other aspects of the patient�s life. Overriding everything, we must never lose hope.�Dr. Owsley makes it a priority to be with his patients every step of the way during their cancer journey. He will fight alongside them and is readily available to assist in each patient�s unique journey.Dr. Owsley is an investigator involved in clinical research trials in the area of hematology and medical oncology.�When not at work, Dr. Owsley spends his time watching his daughter grow up. He enjoys watching sports and rooting for his favorite teams including the Kansas City Chiefs. However, his wife is a native Denverite and makes sure to balance out his love of the Chiefs with her love of the Broncos. He loves taking advantage of the amazing opportunities that the 300 days of Colorado sunshine provide. Dr. Owsley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

Elizabeth Spencer is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Dr. Spencer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. Her top areas of expertise are Venous Insufficiency, May Thurner Syndrome, SVC Obstruction, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

Prior to relocating to Colorado, Dr. Arthurs lived and worked in San Antonio, Texas.� He received his bachelor's degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York where he was commissioned as an officer in the United States Army.�He obtained his medical training at the University of Oklahoma, which is his home state.�Dr. Arthurs� general surgery residency and training took him to Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington.�From there, he completed his vascular surgery training at Cleveland Clinic Hospital.�The first 12 years of his practice took him to San Antonio, Texas, where he was the Chief of Vascular Surgery at Brooke Army Medical Center. Dr. Arthurs is board certified in Vascular Surgery with extensive experience in all aspects of vascular disease. Dr. Arthurs is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Fasciotomy, and Thrombectomy.

Nauman Moazzam is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Lakewood, Colorado. Dr. Moazzam is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis.

Robert Jotte is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Lone Tree, Colorado. Dr. Jotte is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

Sujatha Nallapareddy is a Hematologist in Lone Tree, Colorado. Dr. Nallapareddy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

Bryan Gieszl is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Aspen, Colorado. Dr. Gieszl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Gout, Cellulitis, and Hypothyroidism.

Amilda Heckman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elizabeth, Colorado. Dr. Heckman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Heckman is currently accepting new patients.

David Conway is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Littleton, Colorado. Dr. Conway is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Purpura, Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity, Gardner-Diamond Syndrome, and Sitosterolemia.

Matthew Claussen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Dr. Claussen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Insomnia, Erectile Dysfunction (ED), and Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder.