How Long Will My Procedure Take?

Oct 5, 2020

How Long Will My Procedure Take?

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy & Varithena

The procedure may take anywhere between 20 minutes to 30 minutes. Dr. Heeringa uses a medical injectable irritant that causes inflammation of the vein followed by fibrosis (natural healing scar) thus obliterating the vein wall.

After the procedure, the medical assistant will apply Dermaka cream, followed by the placement of your compression hose. The Medical Assistant will also place an application of a coban dressing around the treated areas. We recommend that this coban dressing be left on for a minimum of 30 minutes. You will stay in recovery for 5-10 minutes. During that time, the Medical Assistant will go over your post op instructions.

Total Time: 30 – 45 minutes

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

Before Dr. Heeringa comes into the room, 2 medical assistants will begin the pre-procedure set-up, which involves the prepping of your leg with an antibacterial liquid called betadine, followed by the placement of the sterile towels and drapes. These drapes will cover you from the chest down. Once this is completed, Dr. Heeringa will come into the room and the procedure will start. This preparation will take approximately 10 minutes and the actual procedure takes 20 minutes.

After the procedure, the medical assistant will clean your leg followed by the placement of your compression stockings. A coban dressing will be applied to the puncture site where the catheter was inserted through. We recommend that this coban dressing be left on for a minimum of 30 minutes. You will stay in recovery for 10 minutes. During that time, the Medical Assistant will go over your post op instructions.

Total Time: 45 minutes – 1 hour

Phlebectomy (Removal Of Varicose Veins)

Before the procedure, Dr. Heeringa will come into the room and with you standing, will use a vein light to visualize your varicose veins that will be removed. He will then use a marker to outline the veins. After the marking of your veins, 2 medical assistants will begin the pre-procedure set-up, which involves the prepping of your leg with an antibacterial liquid called betadine, followed by the placement of the sterile towels and drapes. These drapes will cover you from the chest down. Once this is completed, Dr. Heeringa will come into the room and the procedure will start. This preparation will take approximately 10 minutes.

After the procedure, the medical assistant will place a 3-layer dressing on the treated leg. The patient will stay in recovery for 10 minutes. During that time, the medical assistant will go over your post op instructions.

Total Time: 1 ½ – 2 hours

Cosmetic Sclerotherapy & VeinGogh

Our Sclerotherapy Nurse will focus on one area per session to achieve the best results. It will require more than 1 session, depending on your desire results.

After the procedure, the medical assistant will apply Dermaka cream, a compressing dressing to the treated area, followed by the placement of your compression stocking and will go over your discharge dressings.

Total Time: 30 – 45 minutes

Written by: Carrie Lopotosky, Surgical Technician

William Raymond

2023-05-03

Dr Heeringa and his staff went above and beyond in service, from the inital consultation to the procedure and the follow up. The care and concern for my condition were first class, I would recommend this Doctor and Staff to anyone needing this service.

Jessica Rademacher

2023-04-23

Taking the first step is always the hardest. After meeting the staff and doc, all of my anxiety went away. Everyone is so welcoming and reassuring. They said multiple times that I am in good hands and they can help me. 3 months after my procedure, my legs look unrecognizable!!! I no longer have the constant pain and pressure from my vericose veins , not to mention the sight of my legs is a complete 180 from before! I recommend this office with full certainty that your vein issues will be resolved!!

Carol Grombala

2023-03-21

Wonderful Doctor and office staff! I drove from down state to utilize his expertise and so glad that I did so! Results were excellent! I was so impressed with how all procedures were explained in detail as well as what to expect after—this eased any anxiety about having it done. I wish I would have done it sooner! This is the place to go for your vein procedures!!

Katie Rainey-Minzey

2023-01-21

Everyone in the office is very professional and really nice. Dr. Heeringa went into great detail about the procedures he was performing and what to expect before, during, and after treatment so there were no surprises. Within 2 weeks after the first procedure, I had already noticed a difference and my leg felt less "tired" and "heavy" than it had in a very long time. I would highly recommend Dr. Heeringa and would feel comfortable returning to his office if needed in the future.

Chris Lewis

2022-12-06

Definitely a five star practice ! Dr. Heeringa and staff are at the top of their field . When my primary doctor talked to me about blood clot concerns in my legs , it was clear I needed to do something. Dr. Heeringa and staff talked to me in detail and showed me the issues with the Veins in my legs . The Doctor then proceeded to fix the problem. I would strongly recommend Northern Michigan Vein Specialists.

Lola

Dr. Heeringa and his staff are total professionals. I had several issues with my legs and they quickly assessed what needed to be done with care and expediency. I highly recommend this practice for any Venous conditions you may be experiencing. I had previous procedures done several years ago at a highly acclaimed Metro Detroit Hospital and this experience and result far exceeded the former. Thank you Dr. Heeringa.

Toni Aeschliman

2022-10-28

Always a pleasant experience when I go to this office. Staff and Dr. Herringa are a pleasure to work with.

Kerrie Walden

2022-09-30

The best vein doctor around!

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