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[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/veininstitutenj) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/veininstituteofnj/) ![pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TheCardiovascularCareGroup_October2017/Images/pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg?width=960&name=pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg "pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg") # Author: Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS Search… Search Google ## Page: 1 [2](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha/page/2) … [5](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha/page/5) [![Cropped view of the male doctor wearing protective gloves holding special device while making ultrasound therapy for woman. Ultrasound of the veins of the lower extremities concept](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1396304866(1).jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/do-you-need-an-ultrasound-for-vein-problems) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/do-you-need-an-ultrasound-for-vein-problems) ## [Do You Need an Ultrasound for Vein Problems?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/do-you-need-an-ultrasound-for-vein-problems) - by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [June 26th, 2026](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/do-you-need-an-ultrasound-for-vein-problems) If you're experiencing leg pain, swelling, varicose veins, or other vein-related symptoms, one of the first questions you may have is whether you'll need an ultrasound. The answer is often yes, and for good reason. [![Elderly woman having Calf pain for concepts of Calf Muscle Strain, muscle pull, Leg Cramp, Sprain, aches, Varicose Veins, Deep Vein, world Thrombosis day, Senior Health care and medical treatment](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-2222556187.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/blood-clots-and-vein-disease-whats-the-connection) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/blood-clots-and-vein-disease-whats-the-connection) ## [Blood Clots and Vein Disease: What’s the Connection?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/blood-clots-and-vein-disease-whats-the-connection) - by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [March 20th, 2026](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/blood-clots-and-vein-disease-whats-the-connection) Many people associate vein disease with cosmetic concerns like spider veins or bulging varicose veins. Others think of blood clots as a completely separate and far more serious medical issue. [![Young guy during an ultrasound diagnosis of the carotid artery. Concept of ultrasound diagnostics and men's health. Idea of examination of cardiovascular diseases](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1907046782.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/from-symptoms-to-answers-how-our-non-invasive-vascular-lab-detects-circulation-problems-early) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/from-symptoms-to-answers-how-our-non-invasive-vascular-lab-detects-circulation-problems-early) ## [From Symptoms to Answers: How Our Non-Invasive Vascular Lab Detects Circulation Problems Early](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/from-symptoms-to-answers-how-our-non-invasive-vascular-lab-detects-circulation-problems-early) - by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [November 13th, 2025](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/from-symptoms-to-answers-how-our-non-invasive-vascular-lab-detects-circulation-problems-early) October was Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month, a perfect time to highlight one of the most important tools in vascular medicine which involves the Non-Invasive Vascular Laboratory. [![Ultrasound specialist is scanning the veins on a woman's leg, examining veins for varicose treatment](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1907046245.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/when-should-i-be-concerned-about-a-blood-clot) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/when-should-i-be-concerned-about-a-blood-clot) ## [When Should I Be Concerned About a Blood Clot?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/when-should-i-be-concerned-about-a-blood-clot) - by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [July 11th, 2025](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/when-should-i-be-concerned-about-a-blood-clot) Blood clots are the body’s natural response to injury, helping to prevent excessive bleeding. However, when they form inappropriately—especially in the deep veins—they can pose serious health risks. Knowing when to be concerned about a blood clot can mean the difference between prompt treatment and a life-threatening\[…\] [![Woman with beauty legs on a chair at home](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1436075230.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/can-young-people-get-vein-disease-or-varicose-veins) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/can-young-people-get-vein-disease-or-varicose-veins) ## [Can Young People Get Vein Disease or Varicose Veins?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/can-young-people-get-vein-disease-or-varicose-veins) - by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [April 9th, 2025](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/can-young-people-get-vein-disease-or-varicose-veins) When people think of varicose veins, they often associate them with older adults. But at the Vein Institute of New Jersey, we see plenty of younger patients — some in their 20s and 30s — who are surprised to learn they have vein disease. [![Varicose veins prevention, Compression Stockings Thigh , laser treatment recovery](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1083792564.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-to-expect-after-spider-vein-treatment-a-guide-to-sclerotherapy-recovery) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-to-expect-after-spider-vein-treatment-a-guide-to-sclerotherapy-recovery) ## [What to Expect After Spider Vein Treatment: A Guide to Sclerotherapy Recovery](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-to-expect-after-spider-vein-treatment-a-guide-to-sclerotherapy-recovery) - by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [March 14th, 2025](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-to-expect-after-spider-vein-treatment-a-guide-to-sclerotherapy-recovery) Spider veins are a common cosmetic concern, and sclerotherapy is one of the most effective treatments to eliminate them. If you're considering or have recently undergone sclerotherapy at the Vein Institute of New Jersey, you might be wondering what to expect in the days and weeks ahead. Here’s a detailed look at the\[…\] ## Page: 1 [2](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha/page/2) … [5](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha/page/5) ### CATEGORIES - [Arteries (61)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/arteries) - [Health/Exercise (31)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/health-exercise) - [Spider Veins (40)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/spider-veins) - [Travel (5)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/travel) - [Varicose Veins (56)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/varicose-veins) - [Vascular Doctors/Staff (58)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/vascular-doctors-staff) - [Vascular Health (8)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/vascular-health) - [Vein Conditions (82)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/vein-conditions) - [Vein Treatments (91)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/vein-treatments) ### Subscribe to VINJ Health News ### RECENT ARTICLES Our “Top Doctor” rated, experienced and renowned faculty of Vascular specialists with 24/7 patient coverage, are all personally interested in your care. 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