Annual Flu Shot
Flu season has hit early this year and is in full swing. Make sure you have had your flu shot. This year’s flu shot is not as effective as previous years, but still better than no vaccine. It should reduce…
Have you been told you need a vein procedure?
Make sure the doctor is experienced and reputable. How many procedures have they done? Is venous disease their specialty or are veins just a side line to their practice? If you are not comfortable with the answers you receive to…
How to Disguise Spider Veins
Many people who suffer from spider veins cover them up by making pants and long skirts the main items in their wardrobe. While there’s no arguing that those red, purple and blue squiggly leg veins are no fun to deal…
Veinwave (Facial Spider Vein Treatment) in Newport Beach
Veinwave has been available in Europe for over ten years. Now with the FDA approval of Veinwave, patients with unsightly spider veins and telangiectasia (small thread veins) are able to experience the great results that people in Europe have been…
Varicose Veins – True or False Quiz | Orange County
Take this short quiz to test your knowledge on varicose veins True or False: Varicose veins and spider veins are the same thing. FALSE. While varicose veins and spider veins are both caused by dysfunctional vein valves and occur…
3 Steps for managing Varicose Vein Disease
Every person’s vascular situation is different. That’s why it’s important to have a exam and treatment from a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating venous disease. STEP 1 – Diagnosis Using ultrasound technology, we are able to view the…
Sclerotherapy – Legs and Beyond
While sclerotherapy is most commonly used to treat veins on the legs, this procedure can be used to treat veins in other areas of their body as well. Treatment can be very successful for enlarged veins on the backs of…
Phlebologist vs. Phlebotomist
Although the two words have only 2 letters that are different, there is an enormous difference between a Phlebologist and a Phlebotomist. A phlebotomist is a healthcare professional who is trained to draw blood from a patient for lab tests…
Athletic Compression for Athletes
Think compression socks are ugly, uncomfortable and just for your grandparents? Think again! While this type of sock was originally used in a medical setting to help with healing, compression garments are becoming increasingly popular with athletes. Many compression stocking…
Understanding Venous Problems
To understand venous problems, it’s helpful to know about the anatomy and physiology of the venous system. Here is an explanation of the different types of veins and how they function. What is the difference between an artery and a…