Chronic wounds demand full venous investigation

If you have an ulcer on your leg which has not healed for more than 3 months despite a variety of wound care regimens, it might be time to consider a thorough venous evaluation.  Continue reading

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Choosing The Right Vein Specialist

At the Vein Specialists at Royal Palm Square, we are 100% dedicated to identifying and treating vein disorders. Led by Dr. Joseph G. Magnant, they understand that the venous system varies between patients and consists of both deep and superficial venous systems and a network of connecting or perforating veins.
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Causes of Varicose Veins & Spider Veins

Risk factors for venous insufficiency are numerous but the main two causes are heredity and pregnancy. The risk of developing superficial venous insufficiency increases with each successive pregnancy.
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End Of A 10 Year Nightmare

Just finished performing endovenous closure on a 50 yr old woman who has suffered for 10 years or more with nonhealing rt anterior and medial leg ulcers.  She had suffered trauma to her rt leg years before and has orthopedic surgery to repair the broken bones.
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