Marketing Coordinator
Ali Yassine is the Marketing Coordinator, bringing energy, creativity, and strategy to every project he tackles. He’s passionate about building strong brand connections and finding fresh, engaging ways to reach the right audience. Outside of work, Ali stays active playing soccer, basketball, and lacing up his skates for hockey in the winter.
Patient Care Liaison
Born and raised in Minnesota, Emma is passionate about patient care and dedicated to ensuring a positive experience for every individual. With a strong commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality service, she strives to create a welcoming environment for patients.
Outside of work, Emma enjoys watching Minnesota sports, fishing, crafting, and spending time with family and friends.
Sales & Outreach Coordinator
Gabi is a proud Minnesota native with a passion for patient-centered care and a strong advocate for minimally invasive treatments. With a background in both biology and business, she serves as a bridge in the field of interventional radiology, helping to connect patients, physicians, and the community. She thrives on building trust and providing support to those navigating their medical journey.
Outside of work, Gabi loves playing and coaching volleyball, singing her heart out at karaoke, enjoying live music, traveling to new places, and exploring different foods. Most of all, she cherishes quality time with family and friends.
Known for her positivity, Gabi is dedicated to creating meaningful connections with patients and their medical teams. She is committed to continuing North Star’s vision of excellence and collaboration, ensuring that everyone who walks through our doors feels welcomed, supported, and cared for.
Medical Assistant
Hello, my name is Tani. I’m a Certified Medical Assistant here at North Star Vascular & Interventional. One of the most rewarding aspects of my role here at NSVI is the opportunity to meet new people and contribute to their well-being and recovery.
I grew up in South Florida and now reside in Minneapolis. In my free time, I enjoy walking around the lakes, spending time with my family, friends watching movies, and visiting museums. I also have a deep love for pets and love spending time with my furry friends. Above all, I find fulfillment in making a positive impact every day in our patients’ lives.
Lead IR Tech
Sondra is a dedicated Radiologic Technologist committed to providing top-notch healthcare services with a warm touch. Bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for diagnostic imaging to the clinic, she understands the importance of health and well-being, especially as a recent bride. Excited to be part of a team that prioritizes patient care, she is committed to ensuring a positive experience for all.
Outside the clinic, Sondra enjoys spending time with family and friends. Whether engaging in lively board games or happily dogsitting for friends, she believes in the power of joy and laughter as essential components of a healthy life.
Recognizing that healthcare is not just about technicalities, Sondra strives to create connections with patients. She aims to make the experience at North Star comfortable, reassuring, and even enjoyable, fostering a sense of warmth and trust in every interaction.
Medical Receptionist
Lisa grew up in Wisconsin and has been passionate about connecting with others since her first job in customer service nearly 15 years ago. After transitioning to the medical field in 2019, Lisa has brought her dedication to creating positive experiences for patients to every role she’s held.
What Lisa loves most about customer service is the opportunity to make a difference—ensuring that clients leave happier than when they arrived. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring her creative side through gaming, drawing, and painting.
Medical Receptionist
Hi my name is Erika I am a receptionist here at NSVI. I am originally from Illinois and I came to Minnesota in May 2024. I like being a receptionist because I enjoy helping our patients. I like seeing the friendly faces and getting to see their results when they come to us.
Some things I like to do in my free time are cooking, visiting new places, working out, and spending time with my pets and watching movies. I also enjoy crafting and trying new things in general that make me happy.
IR Tech
Cailin is an Interventional Radiology (IR) Tech with 8 years of experience in providing exceptional care for patients undergoing minimally invasive procedures. She’s passionate about using cutting-edge imaging technology to assist in procedures that can make a real difference in patients’ lives.
What excites her most about her role is knowing that the work at North Star gives patients options beyond traditional surgery, helping them heal quicker and with less discomfort. Whether she’s lending a helping hand or offering a reassuring word to a nervous patient, she’s all about making everyone feel comfortable and supported while helping the medical team achieve the best results.
When she’s not in the procedure room, you’ll likely find her immersed in the latest bestselling book, discovering new hiking trails, or cheering on her favorite Formula 1 drivers.
Front Desk Manager
Moe is a healthcare professional with a passion for ensuring a positive and personal experience for patients. Moe is originally from Somalia, though he lived in Italy and Switzerland before settling in the U.S. with his family in 1994.
With 17 years of dedication to the field of healthcare, Moe specializes in complex scheduling in the radiology department at the University of Minnesota. Now at North Star Vascular and Interventional Radiology, he finds fulfillment in guiding patients through their healthcare journeys, ensuring they are well-informed, comfortable, and satisfied with their experiences.
Beyond the healthcare realm, Moe leads an active lifestyle, finding joy in biking, basketball, football and downhill skiing. Whether navigating the intricacies of patient care or hitting the slopes, his commitment to excellence and a meaningful connection with others remains at the forefront.
Lindsay Duncan, LPN – Care Coordinator at North Star Vascular and Interventional
Lindsay Duncan is a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Care Coordinator at North Star Vascular and Interventional, where she plays a vital role in ensuring seamless, compassionate, and personalized patient care. With nearly a decade of nursing experience and a focused background in interventional radiology, Lindsay brings both clinical expertise and heartfelt commitment to every patient she supports.
Since beginning her nursing career in 2016, Lindsay has been passionate about connecting with patients and helping them feel informed, supported, and confident throughout their healthcare journey. Over the past three years, she has specialized in vascular interventional radiology—a rapidly evolving field that offers patients minimally invasive alternatives to surgery. Her work involves guiding patients through every step of the treatment process, from initial consultation to follow-up care, ensuring they never feel alone or uncertain about their next steps.
“I love being part of a small, close-knit practice where patient-centered care is the top priority,” Lindsay shares. “It is especially rewarding to work in a specialty that provides non-surgical treatment options—procedures that improve quality of life without the long recovery times and risks associated with traditional surgery. Seeing patients return to their lives with renewed energy and relief is the most fulfilling part of what I do.”
North Star Vascular and Interventional is known throughout Minnesota for its innovative and compassionate approach to care. Lindsay’s commitment to the practice’s values—excellence, transparency, teamwork, and kindness—shines through in every patient interaction. She is an integral member of a multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, nurses, technologists, and support staff who all work together to deliver state-of-the-art treatments in a comfortable and patient-friendly outpatient setting.
A proud Minnesota native, Lindsay loves spending time outdoors and soaking up the beautiful summer months. When she’s not at work, you’ll often find her cooking up new recipes in the kitchen, planning her next travel adventure, or enjoying some much-needed downtime catching up on her favorite reality TV shows. Her warm, approachable personality and sense of humor make her not only a valued colleague but a patient favorite among those who come to North Star for care.
Lindsay’s professional interests include patient advocacy, healthcare communication, and process improvement—especially in ways that enhance the patient experience from start to finish. She is constantly looking for opportunities to grow in her role, expand her clinical knowledge, and contribute to the clinic’s mission of delivering the highest quality of vascular and interventional care in a supportive, patient-centered environment. Whether she’s calling a patient to check in after a procedure, helping them complete their paperwork, coordinating appointments, or simply offering a reassuring voice during a stressful time, Lindsay is known for going above and beyond to ensure every patient feels valued, informed, and cared for.
As the healthcare landscape continues to shift toward minimally invasive, outpatient procedures, Lindsay is proud to be part of a forward-thinking team that is leading the way in this transformative field. These innovative approaches not only improve outcomes but also reduce recovery times and enhance patient satisfaction. Lindsay’s extensive experience, deep compassion, attention to detail, and unwavering patient-first mindset make her an invaluable asset to North Star Vascular and Interventional—and to every individual who walks through the clinic doors seeking expert, personalized care.
If you’re scheduled for a procedure at North Star, chances are you’ll meet Lindsay during your care journey—and you’ll be in excellent hands. She’ll be there to answer your questions, coordinate your care, provide encouragement, and make sure your experience is as smooth, positive, and empowering as possible from start to finish.
