The Vein Center at Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is holding a free vein education session on Thursday, August 26 from 5 - 6 p.m. Dr. Al Mina, MD, FACS and Dr. Joshua Rudd, DO will lead the session. Interested community members are asked to register for by calling 828-452-VEIN (8346). Space is limited; RSVP required.

Over 40 million Americans suffer daily with painful, swollen legs as a result of what is known as venous disease or problems with veins in the legs. Left untreated, this condition only worsens over time. The treatment for this disorder is a minimally-invasive procedure called endovenous thermal ablation. Community members can learn more about what causes this disease and its treatment on August 26.

If you suffer from one of the following conditions, this free event may help:

• Aching, cramping or burning pain in the legs
• Varicose veins
• Restless legs
• Discoloration or skin changes in the legs
• Numbness or tingling in the legs
• Pain in their legs after activities such as grocery shopping or a short walk up the stairs

“I look forward to sharing vein education with our community,” said Dr. Al Mina, a board-certified surgeon who performs the outpatient procedures.  “Being able to provide this treatment here, so our patients don’t have to travel far from home, means a lot to me as a physician,” said Mina. To RSVP or learn more, call 828-452-VEIN (8346).