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Venous Ulcer Treatment for Long Beach, MS Patients

Vein disease is common, and it's treatable. If you're in Long Beach, MS, the Vein Institute's D’Iberville office provides venous ulcer treatment using modern, minimally invasive techniques — the same approach used across all of our South Mississippi locations.

What Is Venous Ulcers?

Treatment for open leg sores caused by chronic venous insufficiency, addressing both the wound and the underlying vein disease.

Venous ulcerations are open sores on the legs caused by chronic venous insufficiency, when blood pools in the veins instead of flowing back toward the heart. Dr. J. Keith Thompson treats venous ulcers by addressing both the wound and the underlying vein disease driving it, often using the same vein ablation or sclerotherapy techniques used for varicose veins.

Read more on our main Venous Ulcers page.

Who This Helps

Long Beach patients often come to the Vein Institute with one or more of these symptoms or questions about venous ulcers:

  • Open sores or wounds on the lower leg, often near the ankle
  • Skin discoloration or thickening around the wound
  • Leg swelling, aching, or heaviness
  • Wounds that are slow to heal

How It Works & Recovery

Your first visit starts with check-in — no stack of forms to fill out — followed by a one-on-one conversation with your provider about your symptoms. Many patients also have an ultrasound the same day to help identify which veins are involved, so a treatment plan can be discussed right away.

Because venous ulcers are slow to heal and can worsen without treatment, addressing the underlying vein disease is an important part of supporting faster healing and reducing the chance the ulcer returns.

Why Long Beach Patients Choose The Vein Institute

The drive from Long Beach to our D’Iberville clinic is approx. 21 mi (about 25 min), making it a convenient option for Long Beach, MS patients who want a vein-focused practice rather than a general referral. Our team includes a Certified Vascular Sonographer who performs in-office ultrasound, so diagnosis and treatment planning can often happen in the same visit.

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 — all focused exclusively on vein care.

Long Beach patients typically drive approx. 21 mi (about 25 min) to our D’Iberville location at 3950 Promenade Parkway, Ste E, D'Iberville, MS 39540. We recommend calling ahead at (228) 200-9449 so our team can help plan your first visit.

Serving Long Beach and Nearby Areas

In addition to Long Beach, our D’Iberville office regularly sees patients from Gulfport, MS, Bay St. Louis, MS, Biloxi, MS, D’Iberville, MS. Wherever you're coming from, the goal is the same: a comfortable visit and a clear treatment plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schedule a Visit

Vein disease tends to progress over time. Schedule a consultation at our D’Iberville office or call (228) 200-9449 to find out which treatment option is right for you.

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.