About

Vein Specialists In Traverse City and Cadillac, MI

Here at Northern Michigan Vein Specialists in Traverse City and Cadillac, MI, our team of dedicated and experienced physicians and vein specialists can diagnose and treat a number of vein conditions and disorders, as well as provide aesthetic services to keep you looking your best.

Our two locations in Traverse City and Cadillac, MI, are led by esteemed vein surgeon Brian Heeringa, M.D., and are proud to serve patients from Big Rapids, Mt. Pleasant, Alpena, Manistee, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Brian Heeringa and his staff can assist with any number of vein conditions and aesthetic concerns, including varicose veins, spider veins, peripheral venous disease, lipedema, lymphedema, dermal fillers, neuromodulators, and more.

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Explore Our Northern Michigan Locations

Northern Michigan Vein Specialists proudly provides patients from Cadillac, Traverse City, Big Rapids, Mt. Pleasant, Alpena, and the surrounding areas with treatment for a variety of Vein Disorders and aesthetic concerns. Contact us at 231-946-1488 or fill out an appointment request form below.

Why Dr. Heeringa Is Northern Michigan’s Choice For Vein Care

Dr. Heeringa is passionate about vein care. Traditional medical education devoted very limited time and energy to the venous system outside of DVT and pulmonary embolism, and therefore venous disorders are often under or misdiagnosed. While venous disorders rarely present with the threat of loss of life or limb, as arterial disorders can, venous disorders are 10 times more common. Patients with venous disease often do not get the treatment they need. As a vein specialist, Dr. Heeringa continues to seek out additional training to stay up to date with the latest techniques and information. He was one of the first vein doctors in Northern Michigan to offer minimally invasive techniques such as the non-thermal, non-tumescent vein ablations.

“This was an amazing experience with amazing results! I am so happy with the thoroughness, care, compassion and results and recommend it anyone. What are you waiting for? Let them take care of you. You won’t regret it!”

Meet More of Our Expert Team

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Kali Vanstee, PA

Certified Physician Assistant

Kali is a highly respected and passionate physician assistant who serves Northern Michigan Vein Specialists in Traverse City, MI, and Cadillac, MI. Her background in family medicine has given her knowledge of the signs/symptoms and disease process of venous insufficiency. She also brings her extensive experience in Emergency Medicine in both Northern Michigan and New York City, which contributed to her continuous learning of the pathology of venous disease.

Under the training and continued direction of Dr. Brian Heeringa, MD, FACS, RPhS, she has expanded her medical practice focus on Venous and Lymphatic Medicine.

Why Choose Northern Michigan Vein Specialists: Our Approach To Care

At Northern Michigan Vein Specialists, our mission is to improve health and quality of life through better venous care and education.

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Proper Diagnosis

Venous pathology is more than a cosmetic disorder. Proper diagnosis and treatment can lead to significant improvements in quality of life, and treating venous pathology can often be the first positive step that starts the journey to better health.

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Expertise in Complex Medicine

Venous and lymphatic medicine is complex enough to warrant full-time practice and deserves recognition as a specialty by the ABMS.

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Education Emphasis

We believe in venous education. Our job is not just to treat venous pathology but to educate physicians and the public about venous disease.

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Industry's Best Customer Service

We treat people how they want to be treated, offering the best customer service in the industry.

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Teamwork for Best Patient Care

We are a team. Not one of us can do all the above on our own. We work together to provide a fun work environment and to provide our patients with the best possible outcomes and overall experience

Patient Testimonials

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I had such an amazing experience getting Botox! Kali Vanstee, PA-C was incredible! super gentle and professional. I honestly didn’t feel a thing it was smooth like butter! and I felt completely at ease the entire time. 10/10 recommend!
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Marty Mater
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Thankful for the concern, therapy, and support for NMVS, Dr. Heerringa, and his staff.
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Bunny Rice
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Everybody is extra special and extremely nice and accommodating! They care about their patience so much! I would recommend them every time!
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Pete Swearengen
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The clinic is exceptionally efficient. Dr. Heeringa is a highly skilled vein specialist and is straightforward in communication and treatment. He provides clear guidance to manage specific conditions in both near term and long term timeframes. I highly recommend his practice.
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Margaret Hanson
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My mom goes here. Her dementia recently took a turn for the worse and she worries about medical issues, so I asked the doctor to be especially sensitive to this and reassure her as she got her veins treated. He did a great job with that (and with the procedure); too often docs are really dismissive or short and make her anxiety/paranoia so much worse. Thankfully, he was the opposite. Thank you for making both her and my day much better — from a very tired daughter.
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Gary Line
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Very good at his profession. Grateful for him and his teams services.
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Rebecca Collins
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Absolutely amazing staff and service!! Had some cosmetic procedures done by Kali and it turned out gorgeous! Highly recommended 👌 no need to drive to a big city for such excellent procedures!
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Cindy Mcgahan
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No more pain no more cramping, sleeping through the night!! Thank you Dr. HEERINGA AND STAFF!!
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Jackie Mcfall
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I usually don't write reviews. Due to my experience at Northern Michigan vein specialist. I felt compelled to write one. I have lived many years with pain in my legs. Over the years the pain was only getting worse. I knew something had to be done. So I began my search for a vein specialist. I wanted a alternative to vein stripping. My search brought me to Dr. Heeringa at Northern Michigan vein specialist. I would like to begin by saying, how refreshing it was to experience on time appointments. The staff at Northern Michigan vein specialist are wonderful! The staff is friendly, caring and knowledgeable. My first procedure, I was nervous. Let me say Dr. Heeringa is amazing! Putting my mind quickly at ease. Dr. Heeringa talked me through the entire process. I honestly don't know why I waited so long to get my veins taken care of. For myself I noticed results within a week. I am riding a bike again for the first time in six years. I have never felt better. The results are incredible. Thank you Dr. Heeringa for giving me back my pain free active lifestyle. The best call I ever made. So please don't hesitate to call Dr. Heeringa at Northern Michigan vein specialist today. You won't regret it. And start living your best life.
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Amy Krupa-Wyckoff
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Kali and the staff at NMVS are Wonderful!!! This was an amazing experience with amazing results! I am so happy with the thoroughness, care, compassion and results and recommend it anyone. What are you waiting for? Let them take care of you. You won't regret it!

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