Warm weather and Vein Health
Compression or support hose are a tried and proven conservative approach to vein health. Admittedly, they will not fix venous
Changing Tides and the Cost of Medical Services
- Posted Feb 16, 2014
- by Dr. Craig Barbieri
Obamacare. Affordable Care Act. Universal health care. These are names we hear constantly. They usually evoke the emotions of fear,
Getting your veins “done”
- Posted Jan 16, 2014
- by Dr. Craig Barbieri
“Getting your veins done” can mean many things. For the majority it is simply what patients see and dislike. For
Insurance, copays and deductibles-Oh my!
- Posted Dec 13, 2013
- by Dr. Craig Barbieri
Healthcare, Obamacare, deductibles, co-pays…. These are such confusing and aggravating topics. With the onset of a new year, challenges in
Winter legs
- Posted Nov 21, 2013
- by Dr. Craig Barbieri
Winter has bestowed its graces upon us. This is both problematic and opportunistic, depending on how you view it. With
Free Vein Screening
- Posted Sep 21, 2013
- by Dr. Craig Barbieri
Getting evaluated for venous disease or varicose veins can mean many different things. There are a lot of advertisements for
American Board of Phlebology Name Change
- Posted Aug 22, 2013
- by Dr. Craig Barbieri
The governing body for practicing vein doctors has voted to change our specialty’s name. We are currently certified under the
Does Swelling In Your Legs Mean You Need Vein Treatment?
- Posted Jul 13, 2013
- by Dr. Craig Barbieri
One of the most common complaints we encounter is leg swelling. It is our job to determine if it is
Are restless legs linked to varicose veins?
- Posted Jun 30, 2013
- by Dr. Craig Barbieri
Restless leg syndrome is a common issue that young and old alike deal with. It is described as an uncomfortable
Varicose Veins During the Summer
- Posted May 23, 2013
- by Dr. Craig Barbieri
Varicose vein treatment during the summer is sometimes scary to people. They may shy away from needed evaluation and treatment.