Are Varicose Veins Hereditary and How Can I Get Rid of Them?
If one of your family members has varicose veins, does that mean you’re destined to develop them too? Read on to learn if varicose veins are hereditary and how to eliminate them.
About South Shore Vein and Aesthetic Medicine
South Shore Vein and Aesthetic Medicine in Rockville Centre, New York, provides superior diagnosis and treatment of vein diseases and sophisticated cosmetic therapies to people on the South Shore of Nassau County.
Led by dual board-certified vein specialist David Jacobs, MD, DABR, DABVLM, the practice is home to a fantastic team that takes pride in helping thousands of patients in the New York area get relief from conditions such as varicose veins, venous ulcers, and venous insufficiency.
The practice also offers exceptional results for problems like spider veins, facial veins, and hand veins.
South Shore Vein and Aesthetic Medicine uses cutting-edge technologies, including tablet-based ultrasound and Veinlite®, a device that enables Dr. Jacobs to map patients’ veins noninvasively.
South Shore Vein and Aesthetic Medicine offers vein treatments such as sclerotherapy (including cryo-sclerotherapy, oxygen foam sclerotherapy, and Varithena®), endovenous laser therapy, microphlebectomy, and the VeinGogh® device. These procedures result in minimal or no bruising or scarring, and patients benefit from faster recovery times.
Fewer than 1,000 physicians across the United States are board-certified in phlebology (venous and lymphatic medicine). Patients at South Shore Vein and Aesthetic Medicine receive personalized care from Dr. Jacobs, who holds board certifications in both phlebology and radiology.
Instead of mimicking the treatments other providers offer, Dr. Jacobs constantly implements new techniques, seeking to repair problem veins and achieve the optimal functional and cosmetic results.
In addition to his expertise in venous disease, Dr. Jacobs has undergone extensive training in aesthetic medicine and is pleased to offer his patients a range of cosmetic treatments, including PDO thread lifts, dermal fillers, and neurotoxins such as Botox® and Xeomin®.
For outstanding patient care delivered in a modern, state-of-the-art facility, call South Shore Vein and Aesthetic Medicine or book an appointment online today.
We accept many more insurances. Kindly call the office, should you have any questions or concerns.
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