About
Vascular Specialists
Sydney Skin & Vein Clinic is a specialist centre dedicated to the treatment of vascular disorders and in particular varicose veins, vascular malformations and venous thrombosis (blood clots). This Clinic has been serving its patients since 1997. Professor Parsi specialises in Phlebology (venous disease), Dermatology (skin disorders) and Vascular Anomalies.
Phlebology is an evolving specialty dealing with diseases of the veins. Our Phlebologists are experts in the field, and have pioneered the use of several procedures such as Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), Catheter Directed Sclerotherapy(CDS) and Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy (UGS) in Australia and internationally.
Sydney Skin & Vein Clinic provides all the latest treatment options for venous disease and vascular malformations. These include:
- Diagnosis of the type of malformation
- Biopsy and surgical removal of vascular malformations
- Catheter guided embolisation or sclerotherapy
- Endovenous laser ablation
Facial or Truncal Capillaries and Veins
- Diagnosis of the underlying problems such as rosacea, scleroderma, sun-damage
- Vascular laser therapy
- Sclerotherapy
- Diagnosis of superficial deep vein thrombosis
- Ultrasound investigation
- Thrombophilia screening for clotting tendencies
- Management of acute DVT
- Management of post-thrombotic syndrome
Vulvar Veins and Pelvic Congestion Syndrome
- Diagnosis of the underlying problems such as ovarian vein reflux
- Sclerotherapy of vulvar veins
- Coil embolisation and sclerotherapy of ovarian veins
- Ultrasound examination to rule out deep vein thrombosis or phlebitis
Venous and Thrombotic Complications of Pregnancy
- Compression stockings and general advice regarding the management of varicose veins during pregnancy
- Anticoagulation and monitoring of deep vein thrombosis during pregnancy
- Treatment of vulvar veins if required prior to delivery
- Vasculitis- inflammation of blood vessels
- ‘Capillaritis’ or pigmented purpuric dermatoses
- Livedo reticularis and other reticulate eruptions
- Acroangiodermatitis and other signs of venous hypertension
What Training is Required to Become a Phlebologist?
Phlebologists must first become qualified doctors by undergoing six or more years of study to gain their medical degrees. This is followed by several years of training in a teaching hospital as a junior hospital doctor.
Senior phlebologists may have specialist training in related fields such as vascular surgery, dermatology, or interventional radiology.
The Australasian College of Phlebology has developed a comprehensive four-year training program for doctors who wish to specialize in phlebology:
- Entry Requirements:
- Medical degree and registration in Australia or New Zealand
- At least two years of general training in a teaching hospital
- Pass the Part I Written Examination
- Basic Phlebology Training (1 year):
- Complete basic training program
- Pass the Part I Clinical Examination
- Certified as Certified Sclerotherapist
- Advanced Phlebology Training (3 years):
- Supervised training for 3 years
- Formal training in duplex ultrasound
- Fulfill extensive training requirements
- Pass the Part II Fellowship Examination
- Fellowship Award:
- Successful candidates are awarded the title Phlebologist, Fellow of the Australasian College of Phlebology (F.A.C.P.)
Fellows of the Australasian College of Phlebology must maintain their professional standards through participation in a continuing professional development program regulated by the College.
Many phlebologists travel overseas to further their knowledge and skills through clinical and experimental research, working alongside international colleagues.
Why Choose Us
Why Sydney Skin & Vein Clinic
Sydney Skin and Vein Clinic can help our patients with a variety of issues such as, Vein Problems Vascular Malformations, Venous Thrombosis, Facial Veins, Vulvar Veins, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, Vascular Skin Problems Our friendly staff will make your visit as comfortable as they can.
Please note, DVA (Department of Veterans’ Affairs) Cards will be accepted, also, if you have a valid Pension Card your consultation will be charged as scheduled fee which is slightly more than Medicare rebate
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