At POLAR | Vascular Access, we provide safe, reliable, and evidence-based Midline Catheter Placement services for hospitals, clinics, and home health patients across Houston, Pasadena, Baytown, and Beaumont.
Our team of VA-BC® certified nurses specializes in ultrasound-guided vascular access, ensuring patient comfort, lower complication rates, and faster treatment initiation.
🩺 What is a Midline Catheter?
A Midline catheter is a vascular access device inserted into a peripheral vein of the upper arm. It is typically 3–8 inches long and terminates before the axillary vein.
POLAR | Quality
There's standard - and there is above standard - the POLAR way.
Convenience
Unified process, no hassle for you - our priority is your health, not stress.
Hands on Deck
Our staff is always ready for your call -- anytime, any day, any holiday.
Our Midline Placement Process - Streamlined.
Referral & Assessment – We receive provider orders or direct referrals via our Rapid Referral Portal or phone.
Bedside Ultrasound Evaluation – Our POLAR | Vascular Access Nurse identifies the best insertion site.
Sterile Placement – Catheter inserted using INS standards and full sterile precautions.
Verification & Documentation – Tip position verified, (via ultrasound) securement applied, and detailed procedure note provided.
Handoff & Education – Patient/family/caregivers instructed on Midline care and signs of complications.
We are here every step of the way - The POLAR way.
Frequently asked questions with POLAR | Vascular Access
Patients who require short- or mid-term IV therapy, including IV antibiotics, hydration, or medications that need reliable vascular access, may qualify. Referrals typically come from hospitals, clinics, or providers managing OPAT (Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy), home infusion, or post-acute care.
Yes ✅ — we offer consultations for providers and patients. Our vascular access team reviews each case, evaluates the best device choice (PICC vs. Midline), and ensures placement follows INS standards.
VA-BC® Certified Nurses with years of ICU/critical care expertise
24/7 Rapid Response for urgent access needs
Coverage across Houston & Beaumont with bedside service for hospitals, LTACs, clinics, and home patients
A patient-first philosophy: sterile technique, minimal sticks, maximum comfort — above standard.
Beyond Houston and Beaumont, we provide mobile vascular access across:
Pasadena, Baytown, Katy, The Woodlands
Port Arthur, Orange, Liberty, and surrounding Southeast Texas communities