Vascular Institute of Chattanooga

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. In the waiting room of Vascular Institute of Chattanooga, a little girl pointed excitedly at the ceiling and whispered, ‘Mama, look! Is that a ghost?’ Her mother shook her head but couldn’t help glancing up as an odd shadow seemed to flicker between the fluorescent lights. Finally, an elderly gentleman in the waiting room cleared his throat loudly and said, ‘Child, those aren’t ghosts—those are just the shadows from our bad circulation!’ Everyone laughed, including the little girl who giggled and nodded wisely, relieved to know she wasn’t seeing things after all.

2. At the Vascular Institute of Chattanooga, an unusual sign appeared on the door one morning: ‘Today’s Special—No Blockages Guaranteed!’ The receptionist shrugged and said it must be a new marketing gimmick. Later that day, an elderly gentleman walked in, complaining about leg pain. After his check-up, he happily announced, 'Doc, I feel like my pipes are running clear!' The doctor smiled and replied, 'That's our special today.' As word spread, more patients arrived, each with their own colorful metaphors for improved circulation—turning the clinic into a place where everyone left feeling lighter both figuratively and literally.

3. In the waiting room of Vascular Institute of Chattanooga, a nurse announced over the intercom: ‘Ladies and gentlemen, please note that our coffee machine has been replaced with a tea dispenser. Tea, it turns out, is better for your circulation.’ Soon after, an elderly gentleman approached the receptionist and asked, 'Excuse me, ma’am? I’ve brought my own coffee thermos today.' The receptionist smiled warmly and replied, 'Oh, Mr. Jenkins, you’re such a regular here—we love your sense of humor!'

4. At the Vascular Institute of Chattanooga, a delivery driver once asked curiously: ‘Why does every fifth package say “Caution: May Cause Circulation”?’ With a twinkle in his eye, one of the nurses replied, ‘Well, sir, those packages contain our special herbal teas that might just give you a little boost!’ The delivery driver nodded knowingly and smiled, realizing he’d stumbled upon an unusual but harmless local legend.