Lake Charles vein disorder expert and owner/founder of the Vein Center of Southwest Louisiana, Dr. Carl Fastabend and Nurse Practitioner, Robert Conner attended the 26^th annual American Venous Forum in New Orleans, February 19-21. This annual educational meeting, hosted by the American Venous Forum Foundation, consisted of comprehensive overviews and presentations focusing on recent advancements in vein disease care, innovative treatments and techniques, as well as research developments and patient care strategies. An array of topics ranging from ablation of superficial veins to sclerotherapy treatments were covered.

The American Venous Forum has been a long standing leader in education and research promoting venous health. This annual meeting brings together hundreds of internationally recognized thought leaders, expert medical investigators and specially trained clinicians in the field of venous health care.