Walk-in, Walk-out Vein Clinics
Specialist Varicose Vein Treatment & Spider Vein Removal
No need for hospitalisation and no need to take time off work.
Fully equipped with state-of-the art medical technology and board registered specialists, we treat all leg vein related problems and handle varicose vein related issues, from mild and moderate to severe.
Our multi-disciplinary practice provides the most reliable and dependable outcome. Our staff are experienced, trained and skilled.
Depending on the complexity of the venous disease, more than one service or more than one provider at the same service is the best way to treat varicose veins. We are fully equiped to provide all these services with our multi-disciplinary operation.
There are 3 steps in our specialist healthcare service :
- Clinic Consultation
- Diagnostic & Ultrasound Imaging
- Procedural Treatment & Intervention
The latest laser techniques are less invasive and cause less discomfort than old fashioned varicose vein surgery.
Unsightly veins can also appear in other places, like the face. Laser treatments for facial veins are best treated by our qualified medical professionals.
CONSULTATIVE
- First visit
- Follow-up visit
DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING
- Venous maps
- Echography
- Follow up
PROCEDURAL
- Laser Ablation
- Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy
- Micro-sclerotherapy
Endovenous Laser Ablation
Globally, laser surgery is considered the first-line treatment option for varicose veins. It involves the use of a laser beam powerful enough to deliver a thermal ablative dose into a diseased vein. This seals the vein and helps restore healthy circulation.
Venous Ulcers
Complex and severe venous ulcers often cause severe pain and disability, lasting months or years. With proper treatment, venous ulcers heal in weeks, though still may require specialised ulcer dressings and sometimes debridement in an operating theatre. We are equiped to manage this without the need for hospitalisation.
Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherpay
Injecting a medical adhesive into varicose & spider veins remains the gold standard for the treatment of significant venous disease. The foam glues the walls of the affected vein together and is an effective accompaniment to Endovenous Laser Ablation.
Pre-treatment Consents
Consent is a mandatory requirement for medical procedures in Australia. We ensure that the right plan is provided to you and that all the benefits and risks of performing the procedure have been properly explained and understood by you.
Ambulatory Phlebectomy & Micro-ligation
The use of micro-surgical and minimally invasive methods are often required as an essential adjunct to the overall management of severe varicose veins. These services are provided on a strictly walk-in walk-out basis.
Specialist Consultation
HealthiVein offer face-to-face specialist clinical consultation, providing complex disease evaluation, treatment and planning with an informed consent process.
Ultrasound Diagnostic Imaging
Our specialist vascular sonologists create image maps of your veins for diagnosis –essential for proper treatment plans. You will not need a separate specialist appointment with us because we provide the full service from consultation to treatment.
Compression Therapy
Compression therapy is the single most important non-invasive therapy for venous disorders. Wearing compression stockings after invasive treatment is almost always required.
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Hi-Tech Systems & Innovations in Vein Treatment
We strive to provide the latest in health technology and employ the most advanced systems available for specialist medical practitioners on the world market.
All of our systems meet stringent health industry standards and comply with all national regulatory authorities.
We also participate in clinical and engineering research programs and share our experience at specialist scientific conferences for the benefit of all patients and the medical professional community.
Medical Qualifications & Credentials
Our providers are qualified professionals. We have specialists who are registered and certified with The Australasian College of Phlebology (the association for medical specialist who diagnose and treat venous disorders), The Royal Australian College of Surgeons and The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists.
Vein Treatments Offered
- Compression Therapy
- Micro-sclerotherapy
- Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy (UGS)
- Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVA)
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy (APh) /Ligation (LIG)
Micro-ligations
The treatment cycle for vein problems consists of three stages: consulting, imaging and then the procedure. The course of procedural treatment is chosen to precisely coincide with diagnosis and we carefully explain the risks and expectations associated with a given procedure. In almost all cases, there is a range of treatment options available and your doctor will discuss each one with you.
You evaluate each treatment option and decide on the best course. Your doctor may advise that a particular procedure is the best option, but ultimately it is the patient’s prerogative.
World-class Operating Facilities
Our specialist phlebologists use state-of-the-art facilities to carry out the latest vein treatments for diverse venous disorders. Innovative developments in tech have resulted in new treatments, less invasive and quicker than they were 20 years ago.
With the facilities and staff to cover all clinical, diagnostic and procedural aspects of treatment, there is no need to for any other specialists appointments. We handle the entire treatment cycle.
Varicose Veins
Healthy legs have good circulation and veins. Healthy veins work with your leg muscles. They work together to pump returning blood to the heart. Varicose veins occur when the one-way valves in a vein don’t close properly. When a valve fails, blood can pool and also cause the vein wall to stretch and weaken. Visible blue veins can appear – either small spider veins or bulging veins.
Varicose veins can be painful. They can cause swelling, throbbing and leg cramps. There is no known cure for varicose veins, but fixing them can help prevent your condition worsening and hinder more severe problems developing over time. When varicose veins are treated properly, they DO NOT come back. This must not be confused with new veins becoming abnormal, which are more than likely to occur if the patient has some predisposition to developing varicose veins.
Upfront, Transparent Service
Our responsibility is to provide you with clear information about all the treatment options we offer – our fees, gaps and compassionate care program – to enable you to make the best possible choice for your own well-being.
Fees & Rebates
We are transparent with our costing. You will know before you make any decisions exactly how much your Treatment Plan will cost and what is covered by Medicare and private health insurance.
Most of the services provided by the HealthiVein group attract a Medicare rebate. It is important that you get a referral from your doctor to be able to claim Medicare.
Basic hospital cover, provided by all private health funds, covers the operating theatre expenses. In addition, some health funds provide rebates for items such as compression stockings.
HealthiVein has a compassionate care program for people who qualify, which helps with the cost of treatment. You can talk to our staff to find out if you are eligible.
Our fees are generally below AMA rates, where appropriate. We provide tailored Treatment Plans, with a maximum gap ranging from $649 to $4999.
Healthivein Case Studies
Dedicated professionals providing centres of excellence, with the highest level of confidentiality.
Before
This 66-year-old had serious complications arising from deep-vein thrombosis.
After
Three treatments freed him from pain and he is unlikely to need further treatment.
Before
This 53-year-old had chronic leg pain associated with stubborn varicose veins.
After
Full recovery was quick following two simple treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it Cost? Will Medicare or Private insurance cover it?
Most of the services provided by the HealthiVein group attract a Medicare rebate. It is important that you get a referral from your doctor to be able to claim Medicare.
Basic hospital cover, provided by all private health funds, covers the operating theatre expenses. In addition, some health funds provide rebates for items such as compression stockings.
Depending on your treatment, our staff will be able to tell you what your out-of-pocket expenses will be.
HealthiVein has a compassionate care program for people who qualify, which helps with the cost of treatment. You can talk to our staff to find out if you are eligible.
Is Laser better than surgery?
Absolutely. Using lasers is one of the latest developments in vein treatment. The fine laser probe is inserted into the diseased varicose vein and the tip of the laser is revealed as it is withdrawn, which closes off the vein. This procedure is done with a local anaesthetic. It is a minimally invasive technique used for treating varicose veins and spider veins.
Laser isn’t as painful than Vein Surgery (Ligation and Stripping) because it is less invasive and it has a shorter recovery time.
Do I need to stay in hospital?
No. All treatments are done with day surgery. There is no need for bed rest. The treatment is often referred to as walk–in, walk–out because patients are literally required to walk immediately after treatment.
Will abnormal leg veins progressively worsen?
Veins are unable to repair themselves and if left un-treated will worsen over time.
Do the varicose veins come back after treatment?
No. When varicose veins are treated properly, they DO NOT come back. This must not be confused with new veins corrupting, which are more than likely to occur and more so if the patient has some predisposition.
ARE ALL UNSIGHTLY LEG VEINS ABNORMAL?
Yes. Any vein which does not assist with the return of blood to the heart is abnormal and may require treatment.
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(02) 8061-4041
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Head office
North Shore Medical Group
Suite 303/156 Pacific Highway
ST LEONARDS NSW 2065