02.04.2009
Revolutionary Treatment For Venous Disorders
When people think of venous disorders, they of often think of unsightly varicose veins. But the truth is the disease is sometimes felt before it ’s seen. Tired, achy legs and itchy, discolored skin are all symptoms that left untreated can cause discomfort, embarrassment, even dangerous blood clots. But thanks to the diligence and education of Garth Rosenberg, MD, FACS and Paul McNeill, MD, FACS and their Capitol Vein & Laser Center office in Frederick, patients like Daniele Oudinot are finding relief.
"I visited another office before choosing Dr. McNeill," says Daniele. "That office didn't inspire confidence like Capitol Vein did, and I'm still amazed at how simple and comfortable the procedure was. I would recommend the center with 100-percent confidence."
Ten years ago, Daniele under went vein stripping, a painful procedure often used to treat varicose veins. Today, however, revolutionary changes have been made, and a non-invasive, patient-friendly procedure known as VNUS Closure is being used by Drs. McNeill and Rosenberg, who also teach the technique to physicians from around the country. "Since the VNUS Closure procedure was approved by the FDA in 1999, this procedure is considered the gold standard treatment for varicose veins," says Dr. Rosenberg. "Today we've treated more than 5,000 patients with VNUS Closure."
From three locations — in Frederick, Charles Town and Bethesda — the center specializes in the treatment of varicose veins, venous insufficiency, leg edema and spider veins. The facilities are fully accredited diagnostic and treatment centers with the ability to conduct diagnostic ultrasound testing and perform all procedures onsite under local anesthesia.
"Venous disease left untreated harms the leg," says Dr. McNeill. "But the remedy is simple. The treatment is done by simply numbing up the skin and there is no downtime required during recovery. Patients often comment after ward that they should have done it sooner.”
Hagerstown Magazine
March 2009
PDF: Hag Mag Physician Profile final copy March 09.pdf
