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La Jolla Vein Care Amongst San Diego’s Top Doctors
La Jolla Vein Care doctors featured in San Diego Magazine's Top Doctors Issue 2014. La Jolla Vein Care doctors Nisha Bunke, M.D. and Helane Fronek, M.D. were featured in the October issue of [...]
Muscle Hernia or Varicose Veins?
Muscle herniations of the legs frequently are confused with varicose veins. Patients may present with bulging along the outer part of the shin, that looks like a varicose vein. It may or may not be [...]
World Thrombosis Day
Venous thrombosis is an extremely important condition, that we take very seriously at La Jolla Vein Care. Since we deal with veins, we frequently diagnose this condition in our office. This condition always requires attentions, [...]
Inherited Risk of Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT)
The Factor V Leiden mutation is one of the most common inherited genetic mutations, causing blood clotting disorders. It is found in 4% to 6% of the U.S. population. If someone has one copy of this [...]
Varicose Veins and Heart Disease
Are varicose veins associated with heart problems? Varicose veins are not associated with heart disease and do not indicate a problem with the heart. With varicose veins and venous insufficiency, the vein valves are weak and leaky. [...]
Importance of a Certified Sonographer
October is ultrasound awareness month. The goal of ultrasound awareness month is to educate the public about the role of medical ultrasound in healthcare. At La Jolla Vein Care, ultrasound is essential to confirm the [...]