Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins visible just under the skin, commonly found on the legs. They occur when vein valves fail, leading to blood pooling and veins bulging. Spider veins, on the other hand, are smaller, red, blue, or purple veins that appear close to the skin’s surface in a web-like pattern. Both conditions result from similar vein valve issues, but spider veins are generally less severe in terms of symptoms and appearance.
KEY BENEFITS
Highly experienced and qualified doctors
Thorough evaluation of your condition
Personalised treatment plan
A wide range of non-invasive treatment options
Located in North Adelaide, Lasers in Medicine offers highly experienced phlebologists who use the latest techniques and technology for effective, minimally invasive vein treatments. If deemed medically necessary, our phlebologists will recommend duplex ultrasound mapping to determine the cause of your varicose or spider veins, which is conveniently performed on-site at Lasers in Medicine.
As part of our comprehensive approach to vein care, we are proud to have an experienced sonographer and ultrasound technology on site. This means your entire treatment journey, from initial assessment through to follow-up, can be completed here in clinic, without the need for outside referrals.
Having our sonographer in-house allows us to:
Provide accurate vein mapping and diagnosis during your consultation
Reduce wait times, so you can begin treatment sooner
Ensure continuity of care, with Dr Ng and our sonographer working side by side
Monitor your progress closely with convenient follow-up scans
By combining expertise with accessibility, we make your experience smoother, faster and more reassuring. Giving you confidence that your vein health is being cared for at every step.
Before your consultation with Dr Darren Ng, our administration team will schedule you for a duplex vein mapping ultrasound with our in-house sonographer. This detailed scan is performed on a Thursday or Friday and provides essential information about your vein function and structure.
Following the scan, you will attend a separate consultation with Dr Ng. During this appointment, he will review your medical history, assess your leg veins alongside the ultrasound results, and provide a personalised treatment plan. He will also discuss treatment options, costs, downtime and address any questions or concerns you may have.
How long is a vein consultation?
A vein consultation is 45 minutes.
What are the costs of a vein consultation?
Consultations are $400 with a Medicare rebate of $122.
