Deepak Sudheendra, MD, MHCI, RPVI, FSIR
Founder & Medical Director, 360 Vascular Institute

What inspired you to pursue a career in medicine?
As a child, many Saturdays were spent making rounds with my father, a cardiothoracic surgeon. I remember how he would often hold a patient’s hand while talking with them. It brought them comfort, and it left a lasting impression on me. I was drawn to the deep connection he had with his patients and the genuine love he had for his work. Seeing the impact that he made in their lives inspired me to pursue a path where I could do the same.

What brought you and your family to Columbus?
Initially, my wife, Dr. Preeti Sudheendra, who is a renowned medical breast oncologist, was recruited to The James Cancer Center. We decided that Columbus would be a great place to raise our family and be close to extended family, as I’m an Ohio native.

After a long academic career, why did you choose to open your own private practice?
During my tenure as faculty at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, I founded and directed the DVT and Complex Venous Disease Program, which grew to become one of the largest referral centers of its kind in the country — serving patients from across the United States and abroad. That experience reinforced the importance of delivering advanced vascular care while prioritizing conservative management and continuity of care.

I sought to replicate this progressive model in Columbus but with the added autonomy to tailor my practice around a more patient-centered philosophy. Interventional Radiology (IR) has traditionally been viewed as more procedural and less involved in ongoing patient care. I wanted to challenge that notion by building an independent office-based practice where IR could lead longitudinal care and deliver comprehensive treatment under one roof.

What are your areas of clinical interest?
My expertise is in complex arterial and venous disease. In addition to treating advanced peripheral arterial disease, I have a niche in managing DVT, post-thrombotic syndrome, pelvic venous insufficiency, and chronic venous insufficiency. I also perform minimally invasive treatments such as uterine artery embolization for fibroids and geniculate artery embolization for chronic knee pain due to osteoarthritis.

Tell us about your new practice.
Located across from Dublin Methodist Hospital, I launched 360 Vascular Institute in late 2023 with the goal of redefining how vascular care is delivered in Ohio. As the state’s first office-based interventional radiology (IR) practice, we offer physician-led care, comprehensive diagnosis and treatment under one roof, and a nearly 5,000-square-foot office equipped with consultation rooms, an ultrasound vascular lab, preop/recovery suites, and a nationally accredited, state-of-the-art angiography suite.

We accept all commercial insurances, Medicare, and Medicaid. Approximately one-third of our patients travel from across the United States and abroad to receive care in Dublin. We are also proud to serve as a trusted resource for referring physicians — offering direct access to an IR colleague for timely consultations and collaboration.

There are three key elements that distinguish our practice. First, my clinical background: before changing my specialty to IR, I completed nearly a full general surgery residency and spent my early attending years practicing both IR and surgical critical care. This rare skillset combination allows me to take a comprehensive, hands-on approach to managing patients safely. Second, we place a strong emphasis on patient education. We believe that when patients and their families understand their condition and treatment plan, outcomes improve dramatically. Finally, I’ve had the privilege of assembling an exceptional team, affectionately known as our “Dream Team”. Each of them chose to be a part of this mission, and together, they bring not only clinical excellence and compassion but also an unwavering commitment to transforming how vascular care is delivered in the region.

To learn more about our services or explore educational resources, visit www.360Vascular.com. I’m always happy to connect and can be reached at dr.sudi@360vascular.com.

Favorite restaurant in Columbus?
There’s no shortage of great food in town, but Napa Kitchen is one of my favorites.

How do you like to spend your free time?
I’m lucky to have an amazing wife, two wonderful kids (ages 8 and 11), and our rambunctious puppy, Skipper. We love spending time together and traveling whenever we get the chance.

What’s the best piece of advice you've received?
Persistence turns closed doors into open ones. Keep moving forward, even when the answer is no.