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Varicose Veins: Causes, Treatment and Prevention

NYP/Lawrence's Dr. Gary Tannenbaum will explain all you need to know about unsightly varicose veins.

More than 40 million Americans are affected by unsightly varicose and spider veins. This common condition is not considered a serious medical concern, but can lead to health complications such as blood clots or inflammation of the veins. Gary Tannenbaum, MD, Chief of Vascular Endovascular Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital and a board certified vascular surgeon with ColumbiaDoctors, will explain common causes, treatment options and ways to prevent varicose veins at a Dinner with the Dcotor presentation at Lake Isle Country Club from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM on July 19. Please visit dinnerwithtannenbaum.eventbrite.com

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