New Zealands first dedicated Varicose Vein Clinic
Specialising in Non-Surgical, walk in, walk out treatments
The Vein Centre is a varicose and spider vein clinic in Glenfield, Auckland dedicated to safe, non-surgical treatments for varicose and spider veins. Our staff are highly trained and experienced in various minimally invasive treatment options like endovenous laser ablation, Venaseal (glue), sclerotherapy, VeinGogh and NdYAG laser.
How do people decide on where to go for their varicose vein treatment?
They look for experience, safety, and proven results.
Over 20 years of experience
As a centre of excellence, with government recognised accreditation by DAA, we fit all these criteria. As we have performed the first of many new treatments, including the first ultrasound guided sclerotherapy, the first Transilluminated powered Phlebectomy, the first Endovenous laser treatment (EVLA), the first Mechanochemical ablation (MOCA) using ClariVein (2015) and Flebogrif (2020) systems and the first VeinGogh® micro-thermal ablation, we have extensive experience in the treatment of varicose and spider veins. In 2016 we introduced the glue treatment of varicose veins (Venaseal) which is now a standard treatment option also covered my most of insurance companies. In March 2018, as the first in New Zealand, Dr Nowacki introduced radial laser fibre for NeoV laser for EVLA, providing even less post-operative discomfort. Since September 2022, as the first in New Zealand, we have been using a modified radial fibres with the wider radial beam called Corona Infinite Ring Fibre. They deliver the energy of laser more evenly for the better efficiency of the procedure.
In October 2022, as the first in New Zealand, The Vein Centre started using NeoV 1940nm endovenous laser which uses less energy for successful vein ablation.
To date, we have performed over 4000 laser treatments, tens of thousands of sclerotherapy sessions (since 1978), and thousands of operations (not performed anymore). All our staff are highly trained, and keep up to date with international conferences.
Safety
At The Vein Centre, we perform regular audits to ensure we can recognise potential problems, and to ensure our results are up to international standards. We also have accreditation for office and day-stay procedures recognised by the NZ government.
Results
Whenever new technology is introduced, it has only been done after sufficient peer reviewed published experience is available. Dr Fris traveled overseas to work in an area with a recognised specialist in a particular field before instituting it at The Vein Centre. Results were then carefully registered on a computer program, and monitored for any adverse events, as well as success, comfort levels, and patient satisfaction.
Referrals
Mostly from GPs, who recognise the expertise, and many by word of mouth from friends and relatives. Many people self refer after reading this website.
The Vein Centre story
In 1992, Dr Robert Fris MB ChB FRCS(C) FACS FACP, recognised that there were less invasive treatments than surgery and that there was a need for a vein clinic of excellence dedicated to safe, non-surgical treatments for Varicose Veins. But he also recognised that patients wanted safe treatment for cosmetic reasons as well, and in a modern, friendly, and understanding environment.
And so The Vein Centre became the first clinic in New Zealand solely dedicated to the management of problem veins. It remains as the varicose vein clinic recognised by ALL major insurance companies*. Because we only deal with varicose veins, and because of our experience, we are very good at what we do.
In 2018 Dr Jerzy Nowacki became the new leader of the Centre. He is a vocationally registered phlebologist trained in multiple centres in the world, with many years of experience in the field.
The team also teaches other Doctors, including surgeons and Professors, in their techniques, and their Vascular Sonographers are active in passing on their skills to colleagues in the public hospitals.
The Vein Centre is Southern Cross Affiliated and NIB First Choice clinic, also recognised by other major insurance companies.
*please check with your insurance provider.