Phlebology
All about phlebology
Discover our phlebology service and how it can help you with your varicose veins or venous insufficiency problems.
All about phlebology
Discover our phlebology service and how it can help you with your varicose veins or venous insufficiency problems.
All about phlebology
Discover our phlebology service and how it can help you with your varicose veins or venous insufficiency problems.
What is phlebology?
Discover what phlebology is
Phlebology is a medical branch dedicated to the study of conditions affecting the veins, particularly venous insufficiency and varicose problems located in the lower limbs. A doctor practicing phlebology performs physical and ultrasound examinations, makes diagnoses, and administers treatments for venous problems.
Venous insufficiency occurs when the veins have health problems and can no longer efficiently perform their role of circulating blood from the extremities to the heart. This condition is widespread and has seen a significant increase in our knowledge in recent years. It is established that this disease is chronic and progressive, hence the importance of early detection and rapid intervention to prevent serious long-term complications.
Risk factors
Some risk factors predispose to the development of this disease, such as:
Age
Being female
Pregnancy
Abdominal obesity
A history of thrombophlebitis
Trauma (contusion/fracture)
Genetics
Static standing work
Signs and symptoms
The signs and symptoms that may result from venous insufficiency of the lower limbs are vast and often unrecognized.
Here are the main ones for which you may benefit from a phlebology evaluation:
Varicose veins (dilated and bulging veins, often tender)
Vein varicosity (tiny red or blue veins on the skin surface)
Heaviness/pain
Ankle edema
Numbness
Nocturnal cramps
Restless legs
Itching
Change in skin color
Non-healing ulcer or sore
What is phlebology?
Discover what phlebology is
Phlebology is a medical branch dedicated to the study of conditions affecting the veins, particularly venous insufficiency and varicose problems located in the lower limbs. A doctor practicing phlebology performs physical and ultrasound examinations, makes diagnoses, and administers treatments for venous problems.
Venous insufficiency occurs when the veins have health problems and can no longer efficiently perform their role of circulating blood from the extremities to the heart. This condition is widespread and has seen a significant increase in our knowledge in recent years. It is established that this disease is chronic and progressive, hence the importance of early detection and rapid intervention to prevent serious long-term complications.
Risk factors
Some risk factors predispose to the development of this disease, such as:
Age
Being female
Pregnancy
Abdominal obesity
A history of thrombophlebitis
Trauma (contusion/fracture)
Genetics
Static standing work
Signs and symptoms
The signs and symptoms that may result from venous insufficiency of the lower limbs are vast and often unrecognized.
Here are the main ones for which you may benefit from a phlebology evaluation:
Varicose veins (dilated and bulging veins, often tender)
Vein varicosity (tiny red or blue veins on the skin surface)
Heaviness/pain
Ankle edema
Numbness
Nocturnal cramps
Restless legs
Itching
Change in skin color
Non-healing ulcer or sore
What is phlebology?
Discover what phlebology is
Phlebology is a medical branch dedicated to the study of conditions affecting the veins, particularly venous insufficiency and varicose problems located in the lower limbs. A doctor practicing phlebology performs physical and ultrasound examinations, makes diagnoses, and administers treatments for venous problems.
Venous insufficiency occurs when the veins have health problems and can no longer efficiently perform their role of circulating blood from the extremities to the heart. This condition is widespread and has seen a significant increase in our knowledge in recent years. It is established that this disease is chronic and progressive, hence the importance of early detection and rapid intervention to prevent serious long-term complications.
Risk factors
Some risk factors predispose to the development of this disease, such as:
Age
Being female
Pregnancy
Abdominal obesity
A history of thrombophlebitis
Trauma (contusion/fracture)
Genetics
Static standing work
Signs and symptoms
The signs and symptoms that may result from venous insufficiency of the lower limbs are vast and often unrecognized.
Here are the main ones for which you may benefit from a phlebology evaluation:
Varicose veins (dilated and bulging veins, often tender)
Vein varicosity (tiny red or blue veins on the skin surface)
Heaviness/pain
Ankle edema
Numbness
Nocturnal cramps
Restless legs
Itching
Change in skin color
Non-healing ulcer or sore
The treatment
Varicose veins are treated with sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is currently the most commonly used treatment in the field. It is a safe, effective, affordable, minimally painful method that does not require any downtime. Sclerotherapy involves injecting a medication (liquid or foam) directly into the affected vein using a needle. This creates spasm, inflammation, and ultimately scarring inside the diseased vein in order to permanently close it. As a result, the blood that was circulating there will take the path of one of the many other healthy veins to return to the heart.
Initially, several treatment sessions are necessary to optimize results (approximately 1 to 5). A session lasts about 20 minutes, with a minimum of 4 weeks between each one. A treatment plan will be proposed by the doctor during the evaluation. Since venous disease is chronic, it is normal for new varicose veins or spider veins to develop over time. An annual follow-up appointment may be suggested to avoid having to undergo the entire treatment again after a few years.
Other types of treatment are sometimes recommended depending on the severity of venous insufficiency and a person's medical condition. These include endovascular techniques (laser or radiofrequency) and surgery. During the evaluation, the doctor will discuss the options that apply to you and refer you as needed.
The treatment
Varicose veins are treated with sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is currently the most commonly used treatment in the field. It is a safe, effective, affordable, minimally painful method that does not require any downtime. Sclerotherapy involves injecting a medication (liquid or foam) directly into the affected vein using a needle. This creates spasm, inflammation, and ultimately scarring inside the diseased vein in order to permanently close it. As a result, the blood that was circulating there will take the path of one of the many other healthy veins to return to the heart.
Initially, several treatment sessions are necessary to optimize results (approximately 1 to 5). A session lasts about 20 minutes, with a minimum of 4 weeks between each one. A treatment plan will be proposed by the doctor during the evaluation. Since venous disease is chronic, it is normal for new varicose veins or spider veins to develop over time. An annual follow-up appointment may be suggested to avoid having to undergo the entire treatment again after a few years.
Other types of treatment are sometimes recommended depending on the severity of venous insufficiency and a person's medical condition. These include endovascular techniques (laser or radiofrequency) and surgery. During the evaluation, the doctor will discuss the options that apply to you and refer you as needed.
The treatment
Varicose veins are treated with sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is currently the most commonly used treatment in the field. It is a safe, effective, affordable, minimally painful method that does not require any downtime. Sclerotherapy involves injecting a medication (liquid or foam) directly into the affected vein using a needle. This creates spasm, inflammation, and ultimately scarring inside the diseased vein in order to permanently close it. As a result, the blood that was circulating there will take the path of one of the many other healthy veins to return to the heart.
Initially, several treatment sessions are necessary to optimize results (approximately 1 to 5). A session lasts about 20 minutes, with a minimum of 4 weeks between each one. A treatment plan will be proposed by the doctor during the evaluation. Since venous disease is chronic, it is normal for new varicose veins or spider veins to develop over time. An annual follow-up appointment may be suggested to avoid having to undergo the entire treatment again after a few years.
Other types of treatment are sometimes recommended depending on the severity of venous insufficiency and a person's medical condition. These include endovascular techniques (laser or radiofrequency) and surgery. During the evaluation, the doctor will discuss the options that apply to you and refer you as needed.
The results
Although results may vary from person to person, here is an overview of the results obtained.
The results
Although results may vary from person to person, here is an overview of the results obtained.
The results
Although results may vary from person to person, here is an overview of the results obtained.
Dr. Karine Turcotte
Medical director of the phlebology department
Dr. Karine Turcotte, a graduate of the DMFMU (Department of Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine) at the University of Sherbrooke in 2009, practiced for 5 years in the emergency department and now has over 15 years of experience in hospital medicine at the St-Eustache Hospital.
Since 2014, she has been teaching family medicine to residents at the University of Montreal at the UMF of Saint-Eustache. She has also developed an interest in musculoskeletal infiltration techniques. In 2022, Dr. Turcotte specialized in phlebology and obtained her practice certificate from the Collège des médecins du Québec. Her mentors are Dr. Pauline Martimbeau and Dr. Michel Zummo, both internationally renowned pioneers in phlebology in Québec.
Dr. Turcotte's passion for phlebology led her to join the ExcelleMD team to offer quality care based on the most recent practice guidelines while prioritizing the comfort and confidence of her patients.
Dr. Caroline Lavigne
Department of Phlebology
Dr. Caroline Lavigne is a general practitioner graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of McGill University (MDCM) since 2007 and from the Department of Family Medicine of the University of Montreal since 2009. For over 15 years, she has been practicing family medicine in the Laurentians. Her medical practice is versatile while having an interest in women's health, pediatrics, and perinatology in her patient follow-ups at her clinic and at the St-Eustache Hospital. She also works in screening and contraception clinic with the team of CLSC Jean-Olivier-Chénier.
With a diversified practice allowing her to master several medical techniques, her interests lead her to add phlebology to her field of expertise. Alongside her mentor Dr. Pauline Raymond-Martimbeau, a recognized pioneer internationally in phlebology and by the Canadian Society of Phlebology, Dr. Lavigne obtains her certificate of practice in phlebology from the Collège des médecins du Québec.
With a personalized human approach, Dr. Caroline Lavigne offers safe medicine with the quality of care offered at the heart of her concerns. It is with enthusiasm that she joins the ExcelleMD team to practice specialized medicine in phlebology with competence.
Dr. Karine Turcotte
Medical director of the phlebology department
Dr. Karine Turcotte, a graduate of the DMFMU (Department of Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine) at the University of Sherbrooke in 2009, practiced for 5 years in the emergency department and now has over 15 years of experience in hospital medicine at the St-Eustache Hospital.
Since 2014, she has been teaching family medicine to residents at the University of Montreal at the UMF of Saint-Eustache. She has also developed an interest in musculoskeletal infiltration techniques. In 2022, Dr. Turcotte specialized in phlebology and obtained her practice certificate from the Collège des médecins du Québec. Her mentors are Dr. Pauline Martimbeau and Dr. Michel Zummo, both internationally renowned pioneers in phlebology in Québec.
Dr. Turcotte's passion for phlebology led her to join the ExcelleMD team to offer quality care based on the most recent practice guidelines while prioritizing the comfort and confidence of her patients.
Dr. Caroline Lavigne
Department of Phlebology
Dr. Caroline Lavigne is a general practitioner graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of McGill University (MDCM) since 2007 and from the Department of Family Medicine of the University of Montreal since 2009. For over 15 years, she has been practicing family medicine in the Laurentians. Her medical practice is versatile while having an interest in women's health, pediatrics, and perinatology in her patient follow-ups at her clinic and at the St-Eustache Hospital. She also works in screening and contraception clinic with the team of CLSC Jean-Olivier-Chénier.
With a diversified practice allowing her to master several medical techniques, her interests lead her to add phlebology to her field of expertise. Alongside her mentor Dr. Pauline Raymond-Martimbeau, a recognized pioneer internationally in phlebology and by the Canadian Society of Phlebology, Dr. Lavigne obtains her certificate of practice in phlebology from the Collège des médecins du Québec.
With a personalized human approach, Dr. Caroline Lavigne offers safe medicine with the quality of care offered at the heart of her concerns. It is with enthusiasm that she joins the ExcelleMD team to practice specialized medicine in phlebology with competence.
Dr. Karine Turcotte
Medical director of the phlebology department
Dr. Karine Turcotte, a graduate of the DMFMU (Department of Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine) at the University of Sherbrooke in 2009, practiced for 5 years in the emergency department and now has over 15 years of experience in hospital medicine at the St-Eustache Hospital.
Since 2014, she has been teaching family medicine to residents at the University of Montreal at the UMF of Saint-Eustache. She has also developed an interest in musculoskeletal infiltration techniques. In 2022, Dr. Turcotte specialized in phlebology and obtained her practice certificate from the Collège des médecins du Québec. Her mentors are Dr. Pauline Martimbeau and Dr. Michel Zummo, both internationally renowned pioneers in phlebology in Québec.
Dr. Turcotte's passion for phlebology led her to join the ExcelleMD team to offer quality care based on the most recent practice guidelines while prioritizing the comfort and confidence of her patients.
Dr. Caroline Lavigne
Department of Phlebology
Dr. Caroline Lavigne is a general practitioner graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of McGill University (MDCM) since 2007 and from the Department of Family Medicine of the University of Montreal since 2009. For over 15 years, she has been practicing family medicine in the Laurentians. Her medical practice is versatile while having an interest in women's health, pediatrics, and perinatology in her patient follow-ups at her clinic and at the St-Eustache Hospital. She also works in screening and contraception clinic with the team of CLSC Jean-Olivier-Chénier.
With a diversified practice allowing her to master several medical techniques, her interests lead her to add phlebology to her field of expertise. Alongside her mentor Dr. Pauline Raymond-Martimbeau, a recognized pioneer internationally in phlebology and by the Canadian Society of Phlebology, Dr. Lavigne obtains her certificate of practice in phlebology from the Collège des médecins du Québec.
With a personalized human approach, Dr. Caroline Lavigne offers safe medicine with the quality of care offered at the heart of her concerns. It is with enthusiasm that she joins the ExcelleMD team to practice specialized medicine in phlebology with competence.
The course of events
See how your phlebology treatment will unfold, from scheduling to follow-up
Contact us
Contact us to make an appointment. You can call us or send us a message and we will be happy to schedule your visit with our doctors.
Make an appointment
Appointment at the clinic
We will welcome you to our warm clinic in Saint-Eustache where you will meet one of our doctors who will analyze your medical history with you and determine which type of treatment is suitable for you.
If it is agreed that the treatment suits you, the doctor will proceed with sclerotherapy.
Following the visit
Normally, the risks are very low and the side effects are minimal, but we will be happy to answer your questions and support you in your recovery.
The course of events
See how your phlebology treatment will unfold, from scheduling to follow-up
Contact us
Contact us to make an appointment. You can call us or send us a message and we will be happy to schedule your visit with our doctors.
Make an appointment
Appointment at the clinic
We will welcome you to our warm clinic in Saint-Eustache where you will meet one of our doctors who will analyze your medical history with you and determine which type of treatment is suitable for you.
If it is agreed that the treatment suits you, the doctor will proceed with sclerotherapy.
Following the visit
Normally, the risks are very low and the side effects are minimal, but we will be happy to answer your questions and support you in your recovery.
The course of events
See how your phlebology treatment will unfold, from scheduling to follow-up
Contact us
Contact us to make an appointment. You can call us or send us a message and we will be happy to schedule your visit with our doctors.
Make an appointment
Appointment at the clinic
We will welcome you to our warm clinic in Saint-Eustache where you will meet one of our doctors who will analyze your medical history with you and determine which type of treatment is suitable for you.
If it is agreed that the treatment suits you, the doctor will proceed with sclerotherapy.
Following the visit
Normally, the risks are very low and the side effects are minimal, but we will be happy to answer your questions and support you in your recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about phlebology by navigating the most frequently asked questions by our patients.
What are the side effects following varicose vein treatment (Sclerotherapy)?
How to prevent side effects?
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about phlebology by navigating the most frequently asked questions by our patients.
What are the side effects following varicose vein treatment (Sclerotherapy)?
How to prevent side effects?
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about phlebology by navigating the most frequently asked questions by our patients.
What are the side effects following varicose vein treatment (Sclerotherapy)?
How to prevent side effects?
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ExcelleMD
Phlebology & Aesthetics
Saint-Eustache
460 Park Street,
Suite 305, Saint-Eustache
QC, J7R 0C9
Fax: (450) 473-1034
Montreal
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9001 Blvd. De L'Acadie
Suite 101, Montreal,
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ExcelleMD
Phlebology & Aesthetics
Saint-Eustache
460 Park Street,
Suite 305, Saint-Eustache
QC, J7R 0C9
Fax: (450) 473-1034
Montreal
(Neuromodulators)
9001 Blvd. De L'Acadie
Suite 101, Montreal,
Qc, H4N 3H5
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ExcelleMD
Phlebology & Aesthetics
Saint-Eustache
460 Park Street,
Suite 305, Saint-Eustache
Qc, J7R 0C9
Fax: (450) 473-1034
Montreal
(Neuromodulators)
9001 Acadie Blvd
Suite 101, Montreal,
QC, H4N 3H5
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You will receive our promotions and exclusive news plus 10% discount on all regular priced services*!
* On a regular price product/service per customer - Excludes phlebology and related accessories