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November 27, 2024November 18, 2024
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Say Goodbye to Varicose Veins

Portrait Billie Jo Grieve General SurgeonAdvanced Solutions, Lasting Results in Glenwood

Step into a life free of leg pain and self-consciousness – from long car rides to warm winter getaways. Board-certified surgeon Dr. Billie Jo Grieve provides specialized, effective vein procedures in Glenwood, serving all of West Central Minnesota.

“I’m excited to offer patients specialized procedures with minimal recovery time, helping them regain comfort and confidence without having to travel to the Twin Cities or Fargo for varicose vein treatment.” – Billie Jo Grieve, MD, General Surgeon

Understanding Varicose Veins

Varicose veins, a condition affecting nearly half of adults over age 50, develop in the legs when one-way valves in the veins begin to weaken. As these valves deteriorate, blood flows backward and pools within the veins, creating visible rope-like cords beneath the skin’s surface. Common symptoms, which often worsen with prolonged sitting or standing, include:

  • Tired, achy legs, especially by day’s end
  • Heaviness in legs and feet
  • Swelling in feet and ankles
  • Cramping
  • Itchiness around affected veins
  • Skin changes or discoloration

Advanced Treatment Options

When varicose veins require treatment, the affected vein is closed, allowing blood flow to redirect to healthy nearby veins. While traditional methods such as endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) laser treatment have been used in the past for minimally invasive varicose vein surgery, newer options such as ClosureFast™ and VenaSeal™ deliver improved long-term results with minimal to no bruising or discomfort. Patients return to their normal activities within days. Board-certified surgeon Dr. Billie Jo Grieve will determine your specific care based on your symptom severity and the vein’s appearance. Most insurance plans cover the procedures. Dr. Grieve performs the following varicose vein treatment:

VenaSeal™ Closure System

  • Preferred treatment option for most varicose veins
  • Uses a safe medical adhesive to seal affected veins
  • Can be applied to both legs in one appointment
  • Closed vein is absorbed by your body
  • No compression stockings needed

ClosureFast™ Procedure

  • Targeted heat therapy causes veins to [shrink and] collapse
  • The collapsed vein is absorbed by your body
  • Only one leg is treated at a time
  • Compression stockings worn for a week

Additional Procedures Available:

  • Sclerotherapy: Injectable solution for spider veins and small varicose veins, with minimal downtime
  • Outpatient Phlebectomy: Tiny incisions to remove smaller varicose veins

What to Expect

Dr. Grieve provides excellence in care at every step at Glacial Ridge Hospital:

  • Initial consultation and evaluation
  • Customized treatment plan
  • Local anesthetic for your comfort
  • Procedure completed in under an hour
  • Most people leave with only a small bandage
  • Post-procedure follow-up care

Specialized varicose vein care is conveniently close. Schedule an appointment to learn which treatment option is right for you. Call Glenwood Medical Center at 320.634.5157.