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World Lymphedema Day

March 6th is World Lymphedema Day! We want to help educate the world and spread awareness for the lymphatic diseases. What is World Lymphedema Day? In 2016, the Lymphatic Education & Research Network (LE&RN) petitioned the U.S. Senate and governments… READ MORE

Is Your Husband Suffering from Venous Insufficiency?

men and venous insuficiency

In terms of venous insufficiency, many men don’t realize that leg aches and pains, discomfort that accompanies sitting or standing for extended periods of time, periodic ankle swelling, and skin bruising are reasons enough to seek medical attention. Venous insufficiency,… READ MORE

Shop Til You Drop – Tips for Making Long Shopping Days Easier on Your Legs

Making Long Shopping Days Easier on Your Legs

The holidays are a busy time and there is so much to get done before being able to relax with family and friends. Many times that means long hours spent on your feet walking through stores, searching for gifts or… READ MORE

New Varicose Vein Treatment Brings Results

JoshB Varithena

Dr. Jones Successfully Treats Previously Unresolved Vein Condition Joshua B.: This success story from Michigan Vein Care Specialists exemplifies the importance of selecting a dedicated and knowledgeable Phlebologist. Before receiving treatment from Dr. Jones, Josh had multiple prior treatments by… READ MORE

Won’t I need these veins?

Dr. Suzanne Jones

Have you talked to a friend or searched online about various treatments for your varicose or spider veins? Were you left with more questions than answers? Do you want to get treatment but the concept of removing veins concerns you?… READ MORE

Are you wearing hand-me-down veins?

Heredity and Varicose Veins

Like complexion, eye color, the shape of the face, and so many other traits, varicose veins can be hereditary. A frequently cited figure suggests about half of those over age 50 in the U.S. suffer from varicose or spider veins…. READ MORE

Deep Vein Thrombosis Infographic

Download the Deep Vein Thrombosis Infographic Here Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT, is a blood clot that develops in a deep vein. According to the CDC, DVT affects about 300,000 to 600,000 people each year. If left untreated, it can… READ MORE

Deep Vein Thrombosis Quiz

Take the Quiz

March is the National Deep Vein Thrombosis Awareness Month. To help spread the word about this silent and potentially life threating condition Michigan Vein Care Specialists have created this Deep Vein Thrombosis Quiz. Please take this quiz to test your… READ MORE

Winter: Best Time to Get Summer Legs

Winter Best Time for Summer Legs

Summer can seem like it’s ages away when the cold winds of winter are blowing in Michigan. Don’t lose heart! Spring is officially just 45 days away, and winter is a great time to get varicose veins and spider veins… READ MORE

American College of Phlebology Clinical Congress Highlights

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Dr. Suzanne Jones shares highlights from the American College of Phlebology Clinical Congress 2014. Opened with an address from the ACP outgoing president, Mel Rosenblatt, highlighting the Phlebology year in review. 2014 has been an exciting year for progress in… READ MORE