Varicose Vein Removal
I care about my patients, and I want to help them look and feel their best. I offer varicose vein removal consultations at my clinic in Horndean on Tuesdays.
How can I help with Varicose Vein Removal?
I am a consultant surgeon and have been performing varicose vein surgery for over 30 years. My experience and expertise are vast, and I utilise ultrasound scanning to investigate and manage varicose veins. Local anaesthesia is used during the surgery.
I prioritise care and focus on the individual patient to ensure that their experience is positive from consultation to recovery.
Varicose vein treatment is a minimally invasive procedure performed under local anaesthesia. I use ultrasound to investigate and map the affected veins and carefully remove each damaged vein. I pride myself on my ability to treat varicose veins quickly, safely and effectively.
MD, MB ChB, FRCS (England),
FRCS (Gen Surg)
Testimonials from my patients
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Simon’s qualifications & memberships
MB ChB
FRCS (Eng)
FRCS (Gen Surg)
MD
Find out how I can help
If you’d like to find out more about how I can help with Varicose Vein Removal then an initial consultation can be arranged at your convenience.
What is Varicose Vein Removal?
Varicose veins are enlarged veins that can be dark blue or purple. They are often lumpy, bulging, and twisted. Varicose veins develop when the valves in the veins become damaged or weakened. This allows blood to flow backwards and pool in the vein, causing it to enlarge.
New varicose veins can appear due to specific events such as during pregnancy, and they are also more common as we age.
What does the treatment for Varicose Vein Removal involve?
To summarise my treatment process:
- Comprehensive assessment of existing varicose veins, including colour duplex ultrasound scan
- If suitable – premedication, including a mild sedative
- Mark the affected veins
- Administer local anaesthetic
- Incisions to remove the surface veins (phlebectomy) and superficial veins
- Deeper feeding veins are sealed with a laser or treated with foam
- Bandage
- Home – gentle walking advised
- I advise patients to wear compression stockings for two weeks to encourage blood flow and to avoid deep vein thrombosis and blood clots
Recovery from Varicose Vein Removal
Most patients report excellent results following varicose vein surgery. There is usually some bruising and swelling, but this will resolve over time. I advise patients to take it easy for the first few days and wear a compression stocking for two weeks. The compression stocking helps to increase blood flow and prevents deep vein thrombosis and blood clots.
Recovery takes time, but the results are worth it. If you are considering varicose vein surgery, please book a consultation with me to discuss your options.
If you have previously undergone varicose vein treatment but developed recurrence I can also help.
What you can expect from Varicose Vein Removal
Most patients experience minimal discomfort following surgery. My treatment for varicose veins has been developed over many years and is designed to be as effective and comfortable as possible for the patient. I offer personalised treatment and care for each individual.
Solent Vascular Care at The Horndean Clinic
Our friendly team is based in the Horndean Clinic in Waterlooville near Portsmouth, UK. We’re easily accessible from Fareham, Whiteley, Chichester, Winchester and Southampton. It’s wheelchair friendly, and we adhere to current COVID-19 regulations. We look forward to welcoming you to the clinic after you have booked your consultation.
The Horndean Surgery
The Doctors Surgery,
London road,
Horndean.
PO8 0BN
Frequently Asked Questions About Varicose Vein Removal
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Reviews
Excellent care from start to finish
I recently had some veins treated in my Leg and, and as I was quite nervous, I really appreciated how lovely and reassuring everyone was.
The surgeon Simon was friendly, professional and put me completely at ease, and the nurse Becky was absolutely lovely and caring. They both made the whole experience much easier than I expected.
I’m very grateful for their care and would definitely recommend them.
Lipoma & skin tag removal
Carried out very professionally and additional after care support was provided.
Removal of 2 facial moles
I was offered a quick appointment and was able to have the consultation and procedure at the same time. Simon and his nurse were very friendly and fully discussed what needed to be done. I am delighted with the results and would totally recommend Simon.
Lipoma removal
Found Simon to be very professional and diligent within his work, the whole process took no more than an hour, I was made to feel at ease, comfortable and confident in Simon’s abilities. The cut was bigger & deeper than I expected, but that is more due to my own preconceived conceptions, Simon explained the whole process very well and detailed everything clearly before the operation went ahead, my head is healing up nicely.
Recent Cyst Removal
Absolutely would thoroughly recommend using Simon as recently had a cyst removed in a particular sensitive area. Felt at ease from the initial consultation through to the operation and final follow up. Special mention to his staff who had to put up with my ramblings during the op!!
