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Auckland Veins Ltd
Private Service, Vascular Surgery
Today
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Description
Auckland Veins offers non-surgical and surgical varicose vein treatment with expertise and care.
Our varicose vein specialist, Dr Giri Mahadevan, has extensive experience in assessing and treating venous disorders and will develop an individualised treatment plan for you.
Treatments provided are:
Staff
Sarah, our experienced practice coordinator will guide you and be able to answer any questions you may have.
Consultants
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Dr Giri Mahadevan
Varicose Veins Specialist, Vascular Surgeon
Ages
Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Referral
The majority of insurance companies require you to have a referral from your General Practitioner to process your claims.
Make an appointment
You will need to make an appointment for a clinical consultation.
Anyone can access
We welcome patient self-referral
Referral Expectations
You will have an initial consultation with Dr Mahadevan during which he will take your medical history and examine you to assess your circulation and distribution of your varicose veins. If treatment is considered, you will be sent for an ultrasound scan, after which you will have a follow-up appointment with Dr Mahadevan to discuss the best treatment option for you.
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Fees apply
Fees and Charges Description
Initial consultation: $315.
The costs of procedures vary, we will be able to inform you when you contact us.
Follow up consultations post procedures do not incur any charges.
We are an approved provider for insurance companies including Southern Cross and nib.
Hours
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Mon – Fri | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
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Languages Spoken
English
Procedures / Treatments
This technique uses heat to seal the affected leg vein shut. The two main devices used are laser (EVLT) and radiofrequency (RFA). They both generate heat from their respective sources to seal the vein on the inside. Read more about laser (EVLT) here and radiofrequency treatment here
This technique uses heat to seal the affected leg vein shut. The two main devices used are laser (EVLT) and radiofrequency (RFA). They both generate heat from their respective sources to seal the vein on the inside. Read more about laser (EVLT) here and radiofrequency treatment here
Surgery is performed under general anaesthesia or spinal anaesthetic. Small incisions are made, and the leg veins physically removed. Read more about Surgical removal of veins here
Surgery is performed under general anaesthesia or spinal anaesthetic. Small incisions are made, and the leg veins physically removed. Read more about Surgical removal of veins here
Sclerotherapy involves the injection of a small amount of a detergent-like drug to damage the inside of the leg vein. Compression bandages or stockings are then applied for two weeks to seal the vein shut. Read more about Sclerotherapy here
Sclerotherapy involves the injection of a small amount of a detergent-like drug to damage the inside of the leg vein. Compression bandages or stockings are then applied for two weeks to seal the vein shut. Read more about Sclerotherapy here
In this novel technique an adhesive glue (Cyanoacrylate) is injected into the vein and compression applied with an ultrasound machine to seal the vein shut. Read more about Adhesive Treatment here
In this novel technique an adhesive glue (Cyanoacrylate) is injected into the vein and compression applied with an ultrasound machine to seal the vein shut. Read more about Adhesive Treatment here
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Mobility parking space
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone
Public Transport
The website https://at.govt.nz/ is a good resource to plan public transport options.
Parking
Free patient parking is provided.
Pharmacy
Website
Contact Details
Kakariki Hospital Consulting Suites, 9 Marewa Road, Greenlane, Auckland
Central Auckland
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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Phone
(09) 302 0445
Healthlink EDI
AKLVEINS
Email
Website
Northern Clinic - Southern Cross North Harbour Campus, 212 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland
North Auckland
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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Phone
(09) 302 0445
Healthlink EDI
AKLVEINS
Email
Website
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This page was last updated at 9:53AM on October 16, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Auckland Veins Ltd.