Copyright@VENOUS UPDATE. All Rights Reserved. In 2014, renowned vascular surgeon Dr. Smile made a bold decision to leave the traditional medical system and establish a pioneering medical practice organization in China—Dr. Smile Medical Group. Over the past decade, the group has consistently innovated in the treatment of varicose veins, achieving…
Copyright@VENOUS UPDATE. All Rights Reserved. On April 20, 2024, the Dr. Smile Vein Center Jinan hosted the Franceschi Academic Salon (FAS). The first session was themed “The Past, Present, and Future of CHIVA.” Numerous domestic and international experts and scholars in the field of venous diseases attended the event. Professor…
Copyright@VENOUS UPDATE. All Rights Reserved. When comparing CHIVA (Conservative Hemodynamic Management of Varicose Veins) treatment to endovenous thermal ablation surgery (such as laser or radiofrequency ablation) in terms of improving the appearance of patients' legs, several advantages of CHIVA treatment can be considered from different perspectives: Less Traumatic CHIVA Treatment:…
Copyright@VENOUS UPDATE. All Rights Reserved. A meta-analysis published in Medicine (Baltimore), November 2023, evaluates the efficacy and safety of the Conservative Hemodynamic Cure for Venous Insufficiency (CHIVA) compared to High Ligation and Stripping (HLS) for treating varicose veins of the lower extremities. This study provides a systematic review of randomized controlled…
Copyright@Sixth Tone All Rights Reserved. Healthcare reforms in China allowed the establishment of private medical groups over a decade ago, which offered high-quality services at premium prices. Now, with the domestic market cooling, these groups are looking to expand internationally. For Dr. Zhang Qiang, a surgeon with decades of experience in China, a vascular…
Copyright@VENOUS UPDATE. All Rights Reserved. In a five-year retrospective clinical study conducted at Dr. Smile Medical Group in Shanghai and Beijing Vein Centers, comparing varicose vein treatments, CHIVA (Cure Conservatrice et Hémodynamique de l'Insuffisance Veineuse en Ambulatoire) emerges as a potential game-changer, offering new hope for patients seeking lasting relief.…
Dr. Smile Chang A 60-year-old professor, who underwent great saphenous vein stripping on the right lower limb five years ago, developed varicose veins in the thigh and calf with associated stasis dermatitis one year ago. Referred by local physicians to Dr. Smile Ven Center, a hemodynamic assessment identified recurrent varicose…
Copyright@VENOUS UPDATE. All Rights Reserved. In Addis Ababa, Dr. Smile Medical Group's vein center has recently pioneered the first CHIVA treatment for varicose veins in Africa, an innovative approach emphasizing vein preservation, signifying a major breakthrough in the field. CHIVA (Cure Conservatrice et Hémodynamique de l'Insuffisance Veineuse en Ambulatoire) is…
Copyright@VENOUS UPDATE. All Rights Reserved. Dr. Smile Medical Group, a trailblazer in varicose veins treatment, opens its inaugural vein center in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, expanding its world-class medical services. The event marks the successful completion of Africa's first CHIVA treatment for varicose veins, showcasing the group's innovation and dedication to…
Rockville, Maryland, USA - September 25, 2023 - In a landmark move set to redefine the future of vein health innovations, Dr. Smile Medical Group, China's pioneer in minimally invasive techniques for lower limb venous diseases, and Inteleos, a globally acclaimed medical certification organization, have unveiled a strategic collaboration. This…
