Welcome to a new level of Varicose Vein Treatment at North Shore Vascular Associates near Chicago, IL
Welcome to North Shore Vascular Associates near Chicago, IL
North Shore Vascular Associates, a top vein center in the Chicago, IL area, proudly offers the VenaCure EVLT™ procedure, the leading laser treatment for varicose veins. With more than half a million procedures performed to date, VenaCure EVLT™ treatment is a proven, safe and effective alternative to vein stripping surgery, and is rapidly becoming the principal treatment for varicose veins. Our vein center is one of the most experienced on the north shore of Chicago in performing the VenaCure EVLT™ procedure. We also perform numerous other vein treatments like Sclerotherapy for spider veins and Microphlebectomy for small varicose veins to address the full spectrum of vein disease,
Minimally-invasive VenaCure EVLT™ treatment (or endovenous laser treatment) uses focused laser energy to seal the vein closed and help you look and feel better quickly.
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Treatment of your vein(s) in about an hour
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Performed by Dr. John Golan , a board certified vascular surgeon in an office setting
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No general anesthesia or hospitalization
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Immediate relief of symptoms
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Return to normal activity almost immediately – with little to no pain
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Covered by most insurance providers in Illinois!
We invite you to use this web-site to learn more about vein disease, the VenaCure EVLT™ procedure and North Shore Vascular Associates. If you think you are a candidate, please contact us for a consultation.
About North Shore Vascular Associates, a vein center near Chicago, IL
North Shore Vascular Associates is a leading vein treatment center on the north shore of Chicago. We feature the VenaCure EVLT™ procedure for varicose veins along with other treatments for varicose veins as well as sclerotherapy for spider veins. Dr. John Golan, a board certified vascular surgeon, personally directs the North Shore Vascular and our experienced and professional staff. If you live in the greater Chicago area and are interested in a safe and minimally invasive laser treatment procedure for varicose veins (or other treatment for varicose or spider veins), contact North Shore Vascular for a consultation.
Located in Northfield, IL North Shore Vascular is convenient to the greater Chicago area and suburbs including: Evanston, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Glencoe, Glenview, Highland Park, Northbrook, Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Highwood, Waukegan, Gurnee, Vernon Hills, Wheeling, Long Grove, Crystal Lake, Buffalo Grove, Park Ridge, Skokie, Niles, and Mt. Prospect. We are also serving Cook, Lake and McHenry counties
Our vein center is a comprehensive vein treatment clinic staffed by a licensed, board-certified vascular surgeon experienced in treating vein disease. We specialize in treating all stages of varicose veins and spider veins. Our varicose vein treatment and spider vein treatment services include:
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VenaCure EVLT™ Treatment (Endovenous Laser Treatment)
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Duplex ultrasound
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Foam sclerotherapy
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Microphlebectomy
To schedule a consultation to determine whether VenaCure EVLT™ treatment or any of our other vein treatments may be the right choice for you, contact North Shore Vascular Associates by clicking here.
John Golan, MD, FACS
Dr. Golan is a board certified vascular surgeon with over 20 years of experience. When Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) received FDA approval in 2002, Dr. Golan was the first vascular surgeon in the Chicago area to learn the procedure. Today, he is considered one of the foremost experts in the endovenous laser procedure and varicose vein treatment. He is a sought after consultant for these conditions and has trained over 400 physicians throughout the country in the procedure.
Over the years, he has been repeatedly listed as one of the best vascular surgeons in the Chicago area by Chicago magazine. But more importantly, Dr. Golan is consistently recommended by his patients and professional colleagues.
Contact Chicago Vein Center
To learn more about the VenaCure EVLT™ laser treatment procedure for varicose veins or treatments for spider veins in Northfield, Illinois, use this form to contact Chicago Vein Center or call (847) 562-5516. If you submit the form, you will be contacted shortly.
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Varicose Vein Laser Treatment - VenaCure EVLTTM
Varicose Vein Laser Treatment – VenaCure EVLT™ Treatment
VenaCure EVLT™ treatment stands for endovenous laser treatment, a leading varicose vein treatment procedure from AngioDynamics. It is simple, effective, and is the first choice of patients and Dr. Golan. The treatment takes about an hour to eliminate varicose veins.
During the procedure, a laser is inserted inside the varicose vein. The energy from the laser seals the vein closed preventing blood from flowing through it. Research shows a success rate of 93%-98% in individuals undergoing VenaCure EVLT™ treatment (based on clinical data with up to five years of follow-up). This success rate is much higher than the alternative treatments including: radiofrequency treatment, surgical ligation and stripping.
Like all other minimally invasive procedures, the VenaCure EVLT™ procedure can potentially result in some minor bruising, which usually goes away during the first several weeks. With VenaCure EVLT™ treatment, you will feel a “pulling” sensation as well as delayed tightness about 4 to 7 days after the varicose vein treatment procedure is completed. These side effects are normal and are expected after a successful treatment procedure. During the procedure, you will be provided with special glasses to wear in order to protect your eyes. This is just a precaution against accidental laser energy firing outside an individual’s body.
When medically necessary for symptom relief, the VenaCure EVLT™ procedure is usually reimbursed by the majority of carriers, including Medicare – which limits cost for the patient.
Spider Vein Treatment – SCLEROTHERAPY
Performed since the 1960s, sclerotherapy is the standard of care for the treatment of small varicose and spider veins. Sclerotherapy involves injecting a “sclerosing” solution into the affected vessel. The solution causes an inflammation in the lining of the vessel, which swells and eventually closes the vein. The procedure is done in-office and requires no anesthesia. Patients report very little, if any, discomfort. After treatment, the leg(s) should be elevated for a few hours and compression stockings worn for several days. There is almost no disruption of daily routines following sclerotherapy.
Response to sclerotherapy varies from patient to patient and is dependent on the severity of the spider veins or varicosities. Treatment usually takes several sessions of sclerotherapy and results are not immediate. Generally, it takes 4-8 weeks for the veins to disappear with optimal results appearing in 4-6 months.
Spider veins respond well to sclerotherapy. Several sessions of sclerotherapy are usually needed to maximize results.