Heart Health

Stunning Rooftop Mural at CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center
Through the generous support and funding of the CentraCare Foundation, CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center commissioned a talented artist to create a breathtaking rooftop mural! This vibrant artwork is viewable from patient rooms on the second floor of the cardiovascular thoracic unit (CVTU) at St. Cloud Hospital.

This initiative aimed to enhance the patient experience and create a more comforting environment for those undergoing treatment.

see the giant masterpiece

Welcome Gaurang Joshi, MD

CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center welcomes Gaurang Joshi, MD, to its vascular surgery team!

In his role, Dr. Joshi specializes in the comprehensive treatment of arterial and venous disease. He provides advanced care in both open and minimally invasive endovascular techniques, with particular expertise in aortic aneurysm repair, aortic/vascular dissection treatment, carotid artery disease, venous disease, peripheral/visceral arterial disease, and dialysis access management.

Dr. Joshi says, “My job is also to be a guide, educator and coach to all my patients and help them overcome adversity. I believe disease does not define anyone.”

He attended medical school at Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in Buffalo, N.Y. Dr. Joshi completed his general surgery residency at the University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine and his vascular surgery fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. 

Outside of work, he enjoys playing basketball and racket sports, exploring Minnesota’s outdoors, and spending time with his wife, dog and growing family.