Vein Institute ā Meridian
103 S Frontage Road, Ste 310
Meridian, MS 39301
Driving from Livingston: approx. 40 mi (about 50 min)
Monday - Friday9:00 AM ā 5:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
Radiofrequency (RF) Ablation for Livingston, AL Patients
Patients from Livingston travel a short distance to our Meridian office for radiofrequency (rf) ablation. The Vein Institute is home to South Mississippi's only 100%, full-time, board-certified vein specialist, and we welcome patients from Livingston and nearby communities.
What Is RF Ablation?
A heat-based vein ablation option that closes a diseased vein using radiofrequency energy.
Radiofrequency ablation uses heat generated by radiofrequency energy, delivered through a thin catheter, to close a diseased vein. Like EVLT, it's one of the vein ablation options Dr. J. Keith Thompson offers for varicose veins caused by venous reflux.
Read more on our main RF Ablation page.
Who This Helps
Livingston patients often come to the Vein Institute with one or more of these symptoms or questions about rf ablation:
- Varicose veins with associated aching or heaviness
- Vein disease confirmed by ultrasound to involve reflux in a larger vein
- Leg swelling or skin changes from long-standing vein disease
How It Works & Recovery
At your consultation, you'll meet with your provider to talk through your symptoms and history. If an ultrasound is needed to map the affected veins, our Certified Vascular Sonographer can often perform it during the same visit, and you'll be given a treatment plan based on the results.
RF ablation is performed in-office with local anesthetic and typically allows patients to resume normal activities the same day, with walking encouraged soon after treatment.
Why Livingston Patients Choose The Vein Institute
Patients from Livingston choose the Vein Institute because our Meridian office is approx. 40 mi (about 50 min) away and is staffed by a board-certified vein specialist rather than a general practice that treats veins occasionally. Dr. J. Keith Thompson is double board-certified in general and vascular surgery and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine.
Our clinical team includes a double board-certified vascular surgeon, a Certified Vascular Sonographer with more than 18 years of vein ultrasound experience, and a Nurse Practitioner trained directly by Dr. Thompson in sclerotherapy ā all focused exclusively on vein care.
From Livingston, plan for approx. 40 mi (about 50 min) to reach 103 S Frontage Road, Ste 310, Meridian, MS 39301. Once you arrive at our Meridian office, check-in is quick and your provider will have time set aside to talk through your symptoms.
Serving Livingston and Nearby Areas
In addition to Livingston, our Meridian office regularly sees patients from Meridian, MS, Enterprise, MS, Quitman, MS, Philadelphia, MS. Wherever you're coming from, the goal is the same: a comfortable visit and a clear treatment plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Like the Vein Institute's other vein ablation options, RF ablation is performed with local anesthetic to keep the procedure tolerable.
Most patients resume normal activities the same day, with walking encouraged to support healing.
Yes. An ultrasound helps confirm which vein is affected by reflux and whether RF ablation is the right option for your case.
Our Meridian office is approx. 40 mi (about 50 min) from Livingston. It's the closest of our three South Mississippi locations to Livingston patients.
Yes. We regularly see new patients from Livingston and the surrounding area at our Meridian office. Your first visit includes a consultation with your provider and, often, an in-office ultrasound.
Schedule a Visit
Take the next step toward healthier legs. Livingston patients can schedule an appointment at our Meridian office or call (601) 531-0041 to speak with our team.
Related Treatments in Livingston
EVLTA laser-based vein ablation procedure that closes a diseased vein from within, with little to no downtime.VarithenaAn FDA-approved foam therapy Dr. Thompson uses to treat larger, more twisted varicose veins.ClariVeinA non-thermal vein ablation option that closes a diseased vein using a rotating catheter and a medicated solution.VenaSealA vein ablation option that uses a medical adhesive to seal a diseased vein shut.
RF Ablation in Nearby Cities
Important Disclaimer: This page is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Symptoms described here can overlap with many other health conditions, and only a qualified healthcare provider can assess your situation through an in-person exam and testing, such as an ultrasound. If you're experiencing leg pain, swelling, skin changes, or non-healing sores, please contact our office to schedule a consultation.