Vein Institute ā Meridian
103 S Frontage Road, Ste 310
Meridian, MS 39301
Driving from Waynesboro: approx. 60 mi (about 75 min)
Monday - Friday9:00 AM ā 5:00 PM
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Radiofrequency (RF) Ablation for Waynesboro, MS Patients
Vein disease is common, and it's treatable. If you're in Waynesboro, MS, the Vein Institute's Meridian office provides radiofrequency (rf) ablation using modern, minimally invasive techniques ā the same approach used across all of our South Mississippi locations.
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
Waynesboro 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
Plan for a consultation focused on you: your provider will ask about your symptoms, review your history, and often recommend an in-office ultrasound to map the affected veins. From there, you'll discuss which treatment options make sense for your situation.
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 Waynesboro Patients Choose The Vein Institute
For Waynesboro residents, getting to Meridian takes approx. 60 mi (about 75 min). Once there, patients find a practice built specifically around vein care ā not a general clinic that treats veins as an afterthought ā with ultrasound, diagnosis, and treatment available under one roof.
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.
Waynesboro patients typically drive approx. 60 mi (about 75 min) to our Meridian location at 103 S Frontage Road, Ste 310, Meridian, MS 39301. We recommend calling ahead at (601) 531-0041 so our team can help plan your first visit.
Serving Waynesboro and Nearby Areas
In addition to Waynesboro, our Meridian office regularly sees patients from Quitman, MS, Laurel, MS, Ellisville, MS, Enterprise, MS. Wherever you're coming from, the goal is the same: a comfortable visit and a clear treatment plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Most vein ablation treatments, including RF ablation, are covered by insurance. We accept most major medical insurance and Medicare.
Yes ā the drive from Waynesboro is approx. 60 mi (about 75 min), and the Meridian office is accessible without needing an elevator.
In many cases, yes. If your provider recommends an ultrasound to evaluate your leg veins, our Certified Vascular Sonographer can often perform it the same day as your consultation.
Schedule a Visit
Vein disease tends to progress over time. Schedule a consultation at our Meridian office or call (601) 531-0041 to find out which treatment option is right for you.
Related Treatments in Waynesboro
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.