Think of your veins like highways for blood. They’re equipped with tiny valves that help keep blood flowing in the right direction, up toward your heart. But when those valves weaken or stop working properly, blood can start to pool. That extra pressure causes veins...
Spider veins often appear because of weakened valves in the leg veins. Genetics, long hours on your feet, pregnancy, or hormonal changes can make them more noticeable. In many cases, they can be an early sign of underlying vein disease called chronic venous...
Spider or varicose veins usually start because of an underlying condition called Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) or simply genetics. Things like spending long hours on your feet or carrying extra weight can certainly make them worse. The important thing to know is...
Ambulatory Surgery Centers are facing new challenges in 2025, from staffing shortages to rising supply costs. Becker’s ASC Review connected with 40 healthcare leaders to share their perspectives on the most pressing issues and how they are addressing them. Among those...
Dr. George Hanna, President and Director of Pain Management at VIP Medical Group, featured in Becker’s ASC Review discussing ASC efficiency and innovation. Recently, Dr. George Hanna, President and Director of Pain Management at VIP Medical Group, was featured in...
What’s the Fastest Way to Start Vein Treatment? When varicose veins or spider veins begin causing daily discomfort, waiting weeks for treatment isn’t an option. The good news is that effective vein care can often begin within days, not weeks or months.Modern minimally...
