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# Author: Dr. Jonathan Lee, MD

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[![Man cupping hands in the cold weather](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-465537620.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/understanding-raynauds-disease-why-do-my-fingers-and-toes-change-color)

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## [Understanding Raynaud’s Disease: Why Do My Fingers and Toes Change Color?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/understanding-raynauds-disease-why-do-my-fingers-and-toes-change-color)

- by [Dr. Jonathan Lee, MD](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-jonathan-lee-md)
- [February 4th, 2026](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/understanding-raynauds-disease-why-do-my-fingers-and-toes-change-color)

Raynaud’s Disease is a surprisingly common condition that affects blood flow primarily to the fingers and toes. It causes them to temporarily turn white, blue, or red in response to cold or stress. While it can be alarming to see your hands suddenly change color or feel numb, Raynaud’s typically isn’t dangerous on its\[…\]

[![Surgeon in medical gown in operating room inserts a catheter into vein on patient's lower limb to treat varicose veins. Surgical treatment of varicose veins in hospital by a team of vascular surgeons](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1472546465.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/vein-ablation-vs.-microphlebectomy-whats-the-difference)

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## [Vein Ablation vs. Microphlebectomy: What’s the Difference?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/vein-ablation-vs.-microphlebectomy-whats-the-difference)

- by [Dr. Jonathan Lee, MD](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-jonathan-lee-md)
- [May 30th, 2025](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/vein-ablation-vs.-microphlebectomy-whats-the-difference)

If you're dealing with painful and unsightly varicose veins, you've likely come across several treatment options—two of the most common being vein ablation and microphlebectomy. While both procedures aim to eliminate problematic veins and improve circulation, they differ in technique, recovery, and the types of veins\[…\]

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## [Varithena vs. Sclerotherapy and Ablation: What's the Difference?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/varithena-vs.-sclerotherapy-and-ablation-whats-the-difference)

- by [Dr. Jonathan Lee, MD](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-jonathan-lee-md)
- [July 22nd, 2024](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/varithena-vs.-sclerotherapy-and-ablation-whats-the-difference)

At the Vein Institute of New Jersey, we often encounter patients who are curious about the best treatments for their vein conditions. Recently, Varithena is being used more often by doctor groups across the county.

[![Doctor and patient consulting](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1156352527.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/when-is-it-time-to-explore-surgical-options-for-vascular-diseases)

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## [When is it Time to Explore Surgical Options for Vascular Diseases?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/when-is-it-time-to-explore-surgical-options-for-vascular-diseases)

- by [Dr. Jonathan Lee, MD](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-jonathan-lee-md)
- [February 23rd, 2024](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/when-is-it-time-to-explore-surgical-options-for-vascular-diseases)

Vascular diseases encompass a wide array of conditions affecting the blood vessels throughout the body. From the potentially life-threatening abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) to the more common varicose veins, these conditions can significantly impact an individual's health and quality of life.

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