What to Expect When You Visit a Top Spider Vein Clinic in Long Island: A Top Vein Doctor Offers Some Advice
You have finally decided to get your spider veins treated. Whether you are planning to visit our state of the art vein clinic in Long Island, or you have chosen another location, it is always helpful to know what exactly you can expect throughout the process. Read on to find out what exactly happens at each stage!
Prior to booking your first appointment
Yes, some things get done even before your first appointment is scheduled. For instance, you can call the vein clinic beforehand, to verify if your insurance is accepted – you do not want to be put in a spot otherwise. Another useful thing to do is to document any signs and symptoms that you may have been experiencing with your spider veins. At your appointment, you can use this list as a reference during your discussions with the vein specialist.
The initial consultation
At your first appointment, you will meet with your vein doctor. Your vein doctor will want to know all about your medical history and family history. You can discuss your current health problems, and what you hope to achieve from spider vein treatment. Your vein doctor will ask you about signs and symptoms, and examine your spider veins in detail. You may also need a physical examination to check if you have vein problems in other areas of your body.
Screening for venous insufficiency
If your vein doctor determines that your spider veins may be caused by underlying venous insufficiency, you may be offered an ultrasound. This is a simple, non-invasive imaging procedure that allows the vein doctor to visualize the pattern of blood flow in your legs. Based on the results of your physical examination and ultrasound, your vein doctor will give you a formal diagnosis of the vein conditions that you may have.
Discuss your tailored treatment plan
Based on your diagnosis, your vein doctor will give you a tailored treatment plan, designed to treat your conditions while meeting all your expectations. Your treatment plans can depend on several factors, such as the following:
- Whether your treatment goal is primarily esthetics related, or pain relief;
- Your ultrasound results – whether your larger veins are diseased;
- Your comfort level with different treatment options; for instance, laser therapy, while effective, can be a little intense;
- Your insurance plan – some plans may not cover the latest cutting edge procedures such as VenaSeal.
Once you have approved of your personalized treatment plan, you can go ahead and schedule a date for your procedure.
The actual treatment procedure
You do not need to prepare specially for the procedure. Just walk in a little prior to your appointment, and you are all set. There is no anesthesia or sedation involved; minimally invasive vein treatment only uses numbing injections, and some techniques do not even need this. The entire procedure takes less than an hour, and you are free to return to work – or go home – immediately.
Aftercare
Minimally invasive vein treatment does not require any downtime. At the most, you may experience some tenderness, swelling and bruising; your vein specialist will prescribe painkillers that will help keep this under control. You will need to wear compression stockings for a few weeks after the procedure. This helps the swelling go down and allows your veins to heal faster. You may also be advised to walk as soon as possible after the procedure. Exercise aids with recovery from vein treatment.
Vein Treatment Clinic: Choose a location on Long Island that is convenient!
At the Vein treatment clinic in Long Island, you receive advanced spider and varicose vein treatment from the region’s most skilled vein specialists. Our vein doctors, who are handpicked for their skill and expertise in vein medicine, are all board-certified physicians and have years of experience in dealing with both simple and complex vein conditions.
- Long Island South: Consult with Dr. Kamran Saraf, a double board certified vein expert who previously served as faculty at John Hopkins. Our vein center in Long Island South is located in West Islip, bordering both Suffolk County and Nassau County. This is located on the Montauk highway and is just a five minute drive from the southern state parkway.
- Long Island North: You get to consult with Dr. Caroline Novak, an experienced, skilled vein specialist with advanced skills in vascular imaging. Our new, state of the art vein treatment facility in Long Island North just opened up in Jericho. You can reach this vein clinic either through the Long Island Expressway, or the Northern State parkway.
- Long Island Hamptons: Consult with Dr.Thomas Arnold, a vascular surgeon with over 25 years of experience in treating patients like you! In Hamptons, our vein treatment center is located in Hampton Bays, on the Montauk highway. This clinic can also be reached through the Long Island expressway.
To learn more about our accredited vein centers, please visit www.veintreatmentclinic.com. Our spider and varicose vein treatment clinics are certified by the IAC as vascular imaging centers and vein treatment centers of excellence. We have local affiliates in New York, Long Island, New Jersey and California, all of which are held to the highest standards of patient-centered, compassionate, care. We offer the latest technology at every location, and our harvard-trained medical directors lead a collaborative effort to ensure the best outcome for every patient we meet. you can book an appointment online, or call 646-699-3858.
Book a Consultation
Scheduling a consultation with one of our vein treatment experts is one of the best ways to determine the proper resolution for your varicose veins. The treatments can include sclerotherapy, laser or radiofrequency ablation, a medication called Varithena, or procedures such as Venaseal, or Clarivein.
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