Inovia Vein Marks Milestones in Raising Vein Disease and Therapy Awareness for 2023 DVT Awareness Month

Inovia Vein Specialty Centers, a leading provider of vein disease treatments and therapies in the Pacific Northwest, announces its successful outreach and awareness efforts during DVT Awareness Month in March 2023.

Throughout the month of March, the clinic dedicated its resources to raising awareness about the dangers of vein disease, as well as providing support and educational resources to raise awareness about the dangers of DVT in our communities. Inovia Vein carried out a digital and direct outreach campaign to raise awareness not only by members of the community, but also providers that serve patients in Oregon and Southwest Washington. In addition, they also developed educational videos both in English and Spanish about DVT awareness and how to fit, put on and best utilize compression hose. Working with stocking suppliers, they were able to take donated compression hose and begin distribute them to clinics in traditionally underserved areas for distribution.

"As a leading provider of vein disease treatments and therapies, we feel it is our responsibility to not only provide excellent care to our patients, but also to raise awareness about the importance of vein health," said Andrew Jones, MD, a founder and director of Inovia Vein. “We have done this for over 10 years and are committed to continuing our efforts to educate and support our communities so we can make an even greater impact in the future.”

"DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) is a condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in one of the deep veins in the body, usually in the legs,” said Lauren Wikholm, a surgeon at Inovia Vein specializing in the care of patients with common vein disorders. "Left untreated, DVT can lead to serious complications, including pulmonary embolism, which can be fatal.”

"It is estimated that up to 900,000 people in the United States are affected by DVT each year, making it a significant public health concern,” said Dr. Randolph Todd Jones, who also specializes in vein care at Inovia Vein. “The more patients and providers are aware of the risks and how to recognize the signs of a potential blood clot, the more likely they are to seek treatment when indicated and when the process is more likely to be optimally treated."

"As part of our outreach efforts, our team worked closely with numerous local clinics in Oregon as well as community organizations to provide education and support to those at risk for vein disease,” said Edwin Gutierez, a medical assistant and community outreach coordinator. “These efforts definitely make a difference in our communities,” said Alexa Riel, PA, who works at the Inovia Vein Specialty Clinics in Bend, Oregon. “In the last several years I have seen our community grow in their understanding of how to recognize and treat DVT which can help outcomes for some patients.”

“One of the big challenges for patients in our most economically challenged communities is the lack of access to simple things like graded compression hose,” said Rachel Drgastin, a medical assistant and clinic educator at Inovia Vein. “We were able to acquire nearly $75,000 in donated graded compression hose to distribute to clinics that serve this population along with a series of educational and instructional videos about how to size, fit and put on compression hose. This included working with Volunteers in Medicine to help distribute to those in need.”

“Our patients are very grateful for this generous donation. Items like these stockings are often very expensive, but very necessary to prevent medical complications,” notes Kat Mastrangelo, Director of the Volunteers in Medicine Clinic. “The training provided on how to put them on is really a unique aspect of this project and will ensure they are used correctly.”

"We are thrilled with the success of our outreach efforts during DVT Awareness Month,” said Edward Boyle, MD, CEO of Inovia Vein. "Our goal was to raise awareness about the importance of vein health, as well as provide support and resources to those who may not have access to these vital services. We are grateful to our team, partners and volunteers who helped make this initiative a success.”

If you or someone you know is concerned about a possible DVT, it's important to consider seeking medical advice. With early detection and proper treatment, most cases of DVT can be successfully managed with minimal disruption to your daily life. For more information about DVT and the prevention and treatment options available, contact your local vein clinic today.

For more information on Inovia Vein Specialty Centers, visit https://InoviaVein.com or call 1-800-VEIN-DOC (1-800-834-6362).

ABOUT INOVIA: Inovia Vein Specialty Centers is the largest vein care provider in the Northwest, with locations in NW Portland, Tigard, Happy Valley, Tanasbourne, and Bend. Inovia Vein is home to Oregon’s leading vein surgeons offering minimally-invasive treatments for varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), venous stasis ulcers and spider veins.

ABOUT VOLUNTEERS IN MEDICINE CLINIC OF THE CASCADES: Volunteers in Medicine Clinic of the Cascades (VIM) is a nonprofit clinic in Bend that provides free medical care to low-income, uninsured adults from working families in Central Oregon. Our mission is “to improve the health and wellness of the medically uninsured or critically underserved through the engagement of professionals, community partners, and dedicated volunteers.” VIM is the only clinic in Central Oregon that cares for the uninsured without charge. Patients receive primary and specialty medical care, medications, mental health care, surgery, physical therapy, lab work, medical tests, and education programs. All care is provided through medical and support volunteers.

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