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At Minimally Invasive Vascular Center, we meet a lot of people who want to rid themselves of the frustrating symptoms of vein disease. Doing so doesn’t have to require surgery, as was once the norm. We’ve come a long way since the days of vein stripping and are now much more reliant on innovative technologies. …

Should You Get Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation for Venous Reflux? Read More »

Spider veins are a common and, fortunately, mild form of venous insufficiency. They do not represent a major medical problem, nor does having spider veins mean you will get varicose veins. However, these groups of visible webs of blue, purple, and red can be a huge cosmetic concern. Because they often develop on the ankles, …

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Conditions like chronic venous insufficiency are not well-known. We don’t see this condition. What we see are its effects, varicose veins, discoloration, and other vein problems. Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when the veins fail to adequately circulate blood from the limbs back to the heart. Usually, the insufficiency affects the legs because it is from …

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We’ve been looking forward to it for months and now we are finally on the cusp of warmer weather. As we shed our layers of clothing to enjoy more sunshine and welcoming temperatures, people with varicose veins have new concerns to address. We often hear how people feel self-conscious in the summer due to the …

Summer is Here! Do You Know What to Do for Those Varicose Veins? Read More »

We call them “unsightly” and “embarrassing,” but spider veins and varicose veins are more than that. They can be a potentially serious problem. While these vein issues are typically seen as a women’s health issue, we need to take another look. Men can and do get varicose veins. Seeing them only as a cosmetic issue, …

Could Varicose Veins be a Men’s Health Issue? Read More »

Good blood circulation is an integral part of a healthy life. The blood delivers oxygen throughout the body and also transports white blood cells that help fight off infection and illness. Good circulation also helps us stay energized and focused. Historically, it has been assumed that circulation issues are reserved for our population of older …

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After the winter months, the majority of which we have spent beneath layers of clothing or blankets, we feel excited at the prospect of freeing ourselves. There is nothing more glorious than feeling the warmth of the sun on the skin after months of cold weather. However, coming out from under our covers also puts …

Is CoolSculpting Something that Could Brighten Up Your Spring? Read More »

On behalf of everyone at the Minimally Invasive Vascular Center, our hearts go out to all those impacted by COVID-19—this includes not only those diagnosed with the virus, but also their friends and family members, those whose jobs and schools have been impacted and so many more. As your community healthcare provider, we wanted to …

A Message about COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease) Read More »

Most people have never heard of Peripheral Artery Disease (P.A.D), a potentially life-threatening condition. Though serious and uncommon, P.A.D can be managed and treated when detected early. Here, we discuss what this condition is and how to manage it well. Peripheral Artery Disease is caused by a blocked artery in the lower extremities. The hardening …

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The thought of an aortic aneurysm can be frightening. Patients of the Minimally Invasive Vascular Center can expect to receive care that understands their concerns. From our perspective, a weak, bulging section of the aorta is a reparable problem. To strengthen the integrity of the aorta, the large artery that carries blood from the heart …

Recovering after Aortic Aneurysm Repair Read More »