Birmingham folk are being invited to book in for a free vein consultation at state-of-the-art clinics in the city during National Vascular Disease Awareness Month (September, 2025).
Premier Veins, which has clinics in Edgbaston and Sutton Coldfield, is offering the consultations to help raise awareness of the importance of early detection and treatment of varicose veins.
Martin Claridge, Consultant Vascular Surgeon and Director at Premier Veins, said:
“National Vascular Disease Awareness Month raises awareness of vascular diseases, which include conditions affecting arteries, veins and lymph vessels.
“Varicose veins are a common type of venous disease and during September we’re highlighting the importance of early detection and treatment by offering free consultations with our expert Surgeons.
“Anyone wanting more information or thinking they might be suffering from varicose veins is being encouraged to book in a free consultation with one of our award-winning vascular consultants, who will perform a detailed examination, including a medical history and symptoms overview, and a non-invasive duplex ultrasound scan.
“This will allow them to fully determine the underlying cause of the varicose veins and create a tailored, all-inclusive plan that will effectively treat the condition.”
To book a free consultation at Premier Veins in the Chamberlain Clinic on Harborne Road in Birmingham or at Ashfurlong Medical Centre on Tamworth Road in Sutton Coldfield, people can visit https://premierveins.uk or call 0333 366 2246.
Veins contain tiny, one-way valves that open to allow blood to flow towards the heart. When vein walls lose their elasticity, these valves weaken causing blood to flow backwards.
Blood then collects in the veins, increasing pressure, which causes them to swell and enlarge.
Varicose veins are part of the human condition and are very common. Up to a third of adults suffer from them.
Symptoms of varicose veins include pain, itching or throbbing over a prominent vein, achy, heavy and restless legs, muscle cramps, swollen ankles and feet and dry skin.
Martin added:
“It’s so important to detect varicose veins early as if they are left untreated they can worsen and lead to serious complications, such as skin changes, leg ulcers and venous insufficiency.”
Martin qualified from University College London Medical School. He trained exclusively in specialist vascular and endovascular surgery in Birmingham and Australia and has a doctorate in vascular research from Birmingham University.
In 2011, Martin was appointed as a Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon at University Hospitals Birmingham and was Clinical Director from 2015 to 2024. He lectures
internationally and trains colleagues all over the world in keyhole treatments for varicose veins.
Premier Veins is dedicated to transforming vein health and restoring confidence. Its expert team, with a strong foundation in the NHS and research, established Premier Veins in 2012 to deliver a superior level of personalised attention.
Its experienced consultant vascular specialists offer advanced, minimally invasive treatments that can help people regain confidence in their appearance.
The company has received the Best for Varicose Vein Treatments – UK award by Global 100 for two consecutive years.
For more information on Premier Veins and its award-winning services, or to book a consultation, please visit www.premierveins.uk.
