Carl Fastabend, M.D., and Brian Credeur, N.P., both with the Vein Center of Southwest Louisiana, attended the Venous Symposium in late March. The symposium, held in New York City, covered all aspects of venous disease and presented the latest in vein therapy and advanced treatment protocols.

The symposium, in its fifth year, is considered one of the premier international vein meetings. More than 400 specialists from 44 states and 20 countries are provided with a complete program on the current knowledge and management of venous disease. Topics include superficial vein disease, chronic venous obstruction, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.

Dr. Fastabend has more than 30 years of experience in treating cardiovascular disorders. He is board certified in cardiology and internal medicine. The Vein Center of Southwest Louisiana provides state-of-the-art non-surgical outpatient treatment options for varicose veins and venous insufficiency or reflux.

For more information on the Vein Center of Southwest Louisiana, call (337) 312-VEIN (8346).