The Fibre-Optic Cable Analogy
Fixing modern varicose veins is like repairing a fibre-optic cable buried deep underground.
You wouldn’t hire a general construction worker just because they work with roads or buildings. Instead, you’d choose the technician who has:
- The specialised, high-tech tools
- The precise manual skill
- The ability to navigate inside a narrow conduit
- Experience working within the system, not just around it
Whether that technician’s original training was in electrical engineering or telecommunications is less important than their ability to do the exact job required.
How This Applies to Varicose Vein Treatment
Modern varicose vein procedures are:
- Endovascular (done from inside the vein)
- Minimally invasive
- Performed using catheters, wires, lasers, RF, or glue
So the key requirement is not a broad surgical label, but:
- Endovascular expertise
- Experience navigating veins internally
- Precision handling of advanced equipment
- Consistent, safe outcomes
What Patients Should Focus On
When choosing a doctor, ask:
- Do they regularly perform endovascular vein procedures?
- Are they experienced with modern technologies?
- Do they have a strong track record and outcomes?
- Do they explain the procedure clearly and confidently?
These factors matter far more than the title printed on a visiting card.