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
Varithena Treatment for Livingston, AL Patients
Patients from Livingston travel a short distance to our Meridian office for varithena treatment. 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 Varithena?
An FDA-approved foam therapy Dr. Thompson uses to treat larger, more twisted varicose veins.
VarithenaĀ® is one of the vein ablation options Dr. J. Keith Thompson offers for larger or more twisted varicose veins. A specially formulated foam is injected into the diseased vein, causing it to close so blood reroutes through healthy veins nearby.
Read more on our main Varithena page.
Who This Helps
Livingston patients often come to the Vein Institute with one or more of these symptoms or questions about varithena:
- Larger, twisted varicose veins not well suited to simple injections
- Bulging veins with aching or heaviness
- Veins that are difficult to treat with standard sclerotherapy alone
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.
Varithena is performed in-office with little downtime. Most patients resume normal activity quickly, often the same day as treatment.
Why Livingston Patients Choose The Vein Institute
Our Meridian clinic is approx. 40 mi (about 50 min) from Livingston, and it's one of three Vein Institute locations across South Mississippi. Patients appreciate having a dedicated vein practice nearby, led by a surgeon with more than 20 years of experience managing complex leg vein conditions.
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.
Livingston is approx. 40 mi (about 50 min) from our Meridian office at 103 S Frontage Road, Ste 310, Meridian, MS 39301. Many Livingston patients combine their consultation and ultrasound into a single trip.
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
Dr. Thompson determines candidacy after an ultrasound evaluation, since Varithena is generally used for larger veins compared to standard sclerotherapy.
Varithena is performed in-office as part of a routine visit, similar in length to the Vein Institute's other vein ablation options.
Recovery is minimal ā most patients return to normal activity quickly, often the same day.
Please bring a photo ID and a copy of your insurance card. We accept most major medical insurance and Medicare, and our office can help answer insurance questions before your visit.
Yes ā the drive from Livingston is approx. 40 mi (about 50 min), and the Meridian office is accessible without needing an elevator.
Schedule a Visit
Ready to talk to someone about your leg veins? Schedule a consultation at our Meridian office, approx. 40 mi (about 50 min) from Livingston, or call (601) 531-0041 to get started.
Related Treatments in Livingston
EVLTA laser-based vein ablation procedure that closes a diseased vein from within, with little to no downtime.RF AblationA heat-based vein ablation option that closes a diseased vein using radiofrequency energy.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.
Varithena 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.