Services - Treatments

Our highly experienced Vascular Surgeons offer the full range of endovenous (keyhole) treatment options to give you the most effective result. Their expertise and tailored patient approach will give you the greatest probability of primary success (confirmed objectively on ultrasound), the lowest risk of complications (stratified to your individual risk) and the most likely chance of durability. We aim to do it right first time.

Our Varicose Veins Treatments:

  • Surgery
  • Radio-Frequency Ablation
  • VenaSeal
  • Phlebectomies
  • Utrasound Guided Sclerotherapy
  • Microsclerotherapy
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The Specialist Vein Care Vascular Surgeons inspecting veins

Our Process

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Free Veins Assessment Consultation

This is a 45-minute calm and relaxed consultation, a great opportunity for you to discuss your concerns, goals and expectations. We will take a history and perform a visual examination of your legs. Whilst you are under no obligation, should you wish to proceed she will explain the patient journey and guide you through the processes and potential procedures.

Sepcialist Vein Care providing a free assessment of varicose veins and treatment options
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Diagnostic Procedure – Duplex Ultrasound Scan

This is a 1 – 1.5 hour appointment with our Vascular Sonographer

Duplex Ultrasound Scan is a way of looking at veins and arteries using high frequency soundwaves to create a picture, a window into your vein health. These pictures can provide information about the structure of the blood vessel, and the way the blood flows within it, and as a result we gain detailed information about your varicose veins.

A highly trained and skilled Vascular Sonographer will scan and assess the deep, superficial and perforating veins to give important information on vein diameters, valve function, detect abnormalities as well as the severity of the problem so the surgeon can provide a personalised, effective treatment plan.

Vascular Sonographer showing the causes and symptoms of Varicose Veins
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Treatment

The treatment plan will be discussed with you using a combination of information sheets, duplex maps, videos and photographs. An individualised risk stratification tool will be used to facilitate the discussion, and the risks and benefits explained in detail.

At this stage there is still no obligation to proceed and only once you are 100% comfortable and confident with the process and explanation will the specialist take you through to the treatment room.

The procedure itself is relaxed in a warm, stress-free environment. Music and refreshments can be provided during the process and a support person can join you should you wish.

Vascular Surgeons treating Varicose Veins with a patient
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Follow up appointment

A follow-up scan is recommended at 10-14 days. This scan will confirm the outcome of the treatment process and identify any early complications if present. This is a great way to ensure the outcome and success of treatment and deal with any issues early if necessary.

There is then a 30-minute complementary appointment scheduled 6-12 weeks after the initial treatment. It’s a great opportunity to discuss the follow-up scan, to review the treatment journey and to discuss any concerns you may have. We aim to achieve and hopefully exceed your expectations. Should this not be the case it will be our privilege to discuss additional opportunities for improvement. This will be complementary and in a relaxed, calm and professional environment.

This process will be extended and repeated for a maximum of three additional treatments or for a year as required.

Discharge will only happen when patient and surgeon are both happy with the result.
Dr Ruth Benson providing a free assessment of varicose veins and treatment options
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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of treatment do we offer
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We offer the full range of the most up to date endovenous treatments available tailored to treat your varicose veins to give you the best outcome. These include radiofrequency ablation, ambulatory phlebectomy, ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy, venaseal, surgery and microsclerotherapy.

Do I need a referral from my GP
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We accept self-referrals but in the interests of continuity of care we will write to your GP to inform them of the treatment process and outcome expectations.

Will my health insurer cover the cost of treatment?
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Usually yes, but it does depend on the policy you have with your insurer. To keep things simple for you, we will submit a prior approval on your behalf to your insurer. Your policy may have an “excess”, which will be discussed with you.

Do I have to pay for the procedure first and then claim the money back from my insurance provider?
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If your procedure is approved by your insurer, we will invoice them directly. This means you don’t need to pay anything, unless your policy has an excess or special conditions.

What if I don’t have medical insurance
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The cost of the treatment will be customised to the condition of your veins. We also offer a payment plan for the treatment.

What will the initial consultation involve
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We offer a Free Vein Assessment Consultation. This will involve discussing your symptoms and relevant medical history. We will also explain the causes and symptoms of varicose veins and our processes and procedures. You are under no obligation to decide on the day if you do not want to proceed with treatment.

What are our clinic days
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Monday - Friday
Treatment – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Will I need time off work
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Although it depends on the particular treatment, and what you do, most people will be able to go back to work the next 24-48hours. We advise that you still drink plenty of fluids, mobilise during the day and wear your stockings for support. This will enhance the healing process and reduce the risks of deep vein thrombosis.

How long before I can get back to exercising
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We recommend avoiding strenuous exercise, contact sports and lifting weights for the first 14 days. After this, gradually build it back up. It’s important to maintain your mobility but also to be sensible and build up to your previous intensity and endurance gradually.

How long do I need to wear compression stockings for
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Wearing compression stockings prevents reopening of the treated veins and ensures long-term success of the treatment. You will only be required to wear the stockings for 3-10 days as per the Specialist recommendation to get the best result.

Is the treatment painful
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The procedure itself is painless. However, the local anaesthetic may sting and cause a feeling of fullness. Some of the techniques require less local anaesthetic than others. Please ask your specialist for advice on what treatment strategy will suit your particular circumstances best.

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Dunedin, New Zealand
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