MEETyour Team

Vanessa Branch, MD

Founder | Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Radiologist

“I have personally seen the impact that imaging has made on the health outcomes of my loved ones and how, without imaging assessment, a poor or even life-threatening consequence was probable. In this age of modern medicine, non-invasive, radiation-free proactive imaging should be accessible, and the time is now to provide this option locally. Further, I envision a patient-centric atmosphere including patient comfort, ease of access, and clarity of results to provide an elite level of service and care.”

Drake Branch, M.D.

Co-Founder | Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Pathologist

“As a practicing pathologist with over a decade of clinical experience in pathology and laboratory medicine, I have had the opportunity to participate in the provision of care for countless patients across Northwest Arkansas. I have seen the spectrum of disease and its effects in our community. I have seen firsthand the consequences of delayed diagnosis and understand the value of early diagnosis. I am passionate about the mission of Veralux to empower individuals to take control of their health through early detection and personalized risk assessment with the goal of ultimately improving health outcomes across our region.”

Lauren Hendrix

Imaging Director | BSRT(R)(MR) MRSO(MRSC)

Lauren offers 20 years of healthcare experience in both hospital and outpatient settings, including 16 years specializing in MRI. Throughout her career, she spent a decade in oncology, where she witnessed the profound impact early detection and proactive care can have on patients’ long-term outcomes and treatment options. Lauren is also a licensed Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO) and is dedicated to ensuring patients receive the highest standards of safety and imaging excellence. She is proud to be part of an organization that prioritizes prevention, wellness, and patient education. Under the leadership of two compassionate, visionary physicians, the Veralux team is committed to redefining preventative care and the patient experience.

Dr. Vanessa Hardin Branch, MD

Founder & Board-Certified Radiologist

Dr. Branch has spent more than 15 years working in diagnostic and oncology imaging throughout Northwest Arkansas. Her experience caring for patients facing serious diagnoses shaped the vision behind Veralux: proactive imaging that empowers people with earlier insight, greater clarity, and more confident healthcare decisions.

Dr. Drake Branch, MD

Co-Founder & Pathologist

As a practicing pathologist, Dr. Branch has spent over a decade helping diagnose disease and understanding the impact early detection can have on patient outcomes. His clinical background helps shape Veralux’s physician-led, prevention-first approach to care.

Lauren Hendrix

Imaging Director | MR Safety Officer

Lauren offers 20 years of healthcare experience in both hospital and outpatient settings, including 16 years specializing in MRI. Throughout her career, she spent a decade in oncology, where she witnessed the profound impact early detection and proactive care can have on patients’ long-term outcomes and treatment options.

Lauren is also a licensed Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO) and is dedicated to ensuring patients receive the highest standards of safety and imaging excellence.

She is proud to be part of an organization that prioritizes prevention, wellness, and patient education. Under the leadership of two compassionate, visionary physicians, the Veralux team is committed to redefining preventative care and the patient experience.

Maria Diamond

Clinical Support Coordinator, CCMA

Wendy Housley

MRI Technologist

Bob Baldoni

MRI Technologist

Aryn Johnson

Preventative Health Engagement Coordinator

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