Print This Page     Close Window Consult Request Guidelines for Varicose Veins     Varicose Veins Suggested Pre-Referral Evaluation and Management Guidelines 1) Promote physical activity 2) Intermittent leg elevation 3) Wear compression surgical support stockings (20-30mmHg or 30-40mmHg pressure-graded stockings) Treatment for Cosmetic Concerns: Refer to UM Livonia Center for Specialty Care Vein Center Suggested Additional Test/Management Prior to Specialty Visit 1) Complete Venous Reflux Study at U of M Diagnostic Vascular Lab 2) DVT Scan if history of clot 3) Patients may self refer Patient Education/Information (includes preps) Venous Disease Varicose Veins http://www.vascularweb.org Varicose Veins Video http://surgery.med.umich.edu/vascular/ Appointment Timeframe Next available appointment Please complete Outpatient Consult Request Form and fax to 734-432-7637 How to Get Results to Consultant UMHS Patients: See CareWeb External Patients: Hand carry non-UM records and films or ultrasound results to visit Clinic Contact Information Physician: 800-962-3555 Patient: 888-287-1082 Venous Health Program: 888-M-VENOUS (888-683-6687) Clinic Location Sites Livonia Center for Specialty Care Cardiovascular Center - Vascular Surgery Clinic Venous Health Program UM Consulting Physician Emily Cummings, M.D. James Barklow Froehlich, M.D., M.P.H. Lisa Pavone, M.D. James Joseph Shields, M.D. Thomas W. Wakefield, M.D. John E. Rectenwald, M.D. David M Williams, M.D. Department Web Site Revised on: 01/28/2011