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A Collaborative, Collegial Practice Environment

As you join UCHealth Heart and Vascular Clinic, you'll become part of a close-knit, supportive team dedicated to providing exceptional cardiac care. The practice culture emphasizes collaboration and mutual respect, creating a positive work environment rarely found in larger cardiovascular groups. Rather than the competitive atmosphere often present in metropolitan practices, you'll experience genuine collegiality with your physician colleague and advanced practice providers.

The Scottsbluff clinic is currently comprised of one primary cardiologist (Dr. Christopher Lambert), who has provided stable leadership since joining in 2013, and two advanced practice providers (Meghan Blaylock, NP and Cynthia McCumbers, NP). Dr. Lambert has built a practice culture centered on clinical excellence and professional satisfaction, while his decade-plus commitment to the community reflects the sustainable nature of this practice and the satisfaction physicians find in this environment. Unlike high-turnover metropolitan settings, this established practice offers the opportunity to build on a foundation of community trust and clinical consistency.

  • One experienced cardiologist (Dr. Christopher Lambert) providing practice continuity since 2013
  • Two skilled advanced practice providers supporting clinical care
  • Collaborative approach to patient management across the care team
  • Supportive professional relationships rather than competitive dynamics
  • Practice culture that values work-life balance and sustainable careers

Integration with a Comprehensive Cardiac Care Network

While practicing in Scottsbluff, you'll be connected to UCHealth's impressive cardiovascular network that includes four cardiothoracic surgeons, three vascular surgeons, eight electrophysiologists, 13 interventional cardiologists, and nearly 20 non-invasive cardiologists. This extensive team provides critical support for complex cardiac procedures and specialized care. The larger UCHealth Heart and Vascular team has proudly served the Scottsbluff community for nearly 20 years, establishing itself as the largest and most respected heart program in western Nebraska, Wyoming, and northern Colorado.

The advanced practitioners at the Scottsbluff clinic bring valuable clinical support and continuity to the practice. They are experienced in cardiac care and manage appropriate patients independently while collaborating closely with the physicians. This team approach creates efficient workflow and enhances patient access while allowing you to focus on cases that truly require physician-level expertise.

  • Connection to over 45 specialized cardiac providers across the UCHealth system
  • Support from four cardiothoracic surgeons for complex cardiac procedures
  • Access to eight electrophysiologists for arrhythmia management
  • Collaboration with 13 interventional cardiologists for advanced coronary interventions
  • Advanced practitioners capable of managing appropriate patients independently
  • Team approach allows physicians to focus on complex cases requiring their expertise
  • Clear roles and responsibilities based on training and experience

Clinical Innovation and Evidence-Based Practice

The UCHealth Heart and Vascular team prides itself on being innovative, offering the latest evidence-based technologies and procedures to patients. This commitment to clinical advancement means you'll practice in an environment that values cutting-edge approaches while maintaining the highest standards of patient care. The multi-disciplinary approach ensures high-quality care for every patient, while access to clinical trials provides treatment options not available elsewhere in the region.

Unlike isolated rural practices where professional isolation can lead to stagnation, this position bridges community need with system resources. The established relationship with UCHealth specialists ensures you'll remain connected to cardiology advances and subspecialty expertise while maintaining independence in your daily practice.

  • Access to the latest evidence-based technologies and procedures
  • Multi-disciplinary approach to complex cardiac care
  • Participation in clinical trials offering cutting-edge treatment options
  • Regular connection with specialized cardiac providers across the system
  • Opportunity to develop special interests within general cardiology
  • Professional development supported through system resources
  • Culture of innovation balanced with practical patient care

The staffing structure at UCHealth Heart and Vascular Clinic provides the ideal foundation for professional satisfaction and clinical excellence. You'll join an experienced physician colleague with a decade of practice stability, work with skilled advanced practitioners who enhance practice efficiency, and connect with an extensive network of cardiac subspecialists through the UCHealth system. This balanced approach to staffing creates a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally while enjoying meaningful collegial relationships.

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