About Center for Vein Restoration in Indiana

Luis Barajas MD, RPVI, DABVLM, is a native of Northwest Indiana, where he attended Purdue University and obtained his Bachelor of Science in Biology. He moved to Southport, Indiana, as a medical student and completed his medical degree at Indiana University in Indianapolis. Returning to the Northwest Indiana region, Dr. Barajas completed his residency training in Family Practice at Methodist Hospital in Gary/ Merrillville. He received board certification in venous medicine from the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine, recognizing his skill and expertise in the vein field. He is also a registered phlebology sonographer, demonstrating enhanced skills in the use of ultrasound technology to evaluate vein patients.

Mike Sebastian, MD, DABFM, DABVLM, earned his medical degree at the University of East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center in Metro Manila, Philippines. He completed his medical residency training at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Evansville, Indiana. During his medical residency, Dr. Sebastian saw firsthand that vein diseases are both under-recognized and under-treated, inspiring him to specialize in the treatment of venous insufficiency. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Sebastian specializes in the treatment of symptoms stemming from chronic venous insufficiency, including varicose veins, spider veins, restless legs, deep vein thrombosis, ulcers, and more.

Dr. Sebastian is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is now the lead vein doctor at Center for Vein Restoration’s Evansville, Indiana, and Owensboro, Kentucky, vein clinic locations. Dr. Sebastian is also an active member of the American Academy of Family Practice (AAFP) and the American Vein & Lymphatic Society (formally the American College of Phlebology).

Nancy L. Harthun, MD, MS, FACS, RVT, is an experienced vascular surgeon and clinical researcher board-certified in both Vascular and General surgery by the American Board of Surgery, specializing in minimally invasive treatment to relieve symptoms related to chronic venous insufficiency. She is a distinguished Fellow of the Society of Vascular Surgery and a Visiting Professor of the Association of Women Surgeons. She earned her medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, and a master’s degree in clinical research (magna cum laude) from the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.

Luis Barajas MD, RPVI, DABVLM, is a native of Northwest Indiana, where he attended Purdue University and obtained his Bachelor of Science in Biology. He moved to Southport, Indiana, as a medical student and completed his medical degree at Indiana University in Indianapolis. Returning to the Northwest Indiana region, Dr. Barajas completed his residency training in Family Practice at Methodist Hospital in Gary/ Merrillville. He received board certification in venous medicine from the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine, recognizing his skill and expertise in the vein field. He is also a registered phlebology sonographer, demonstrating enhanced skills in the use of ultrasound technology to evaluate vein patients.

Dominic J. Tolitano, MD, is a nationally recognized cardiovascular surgeon. After graduating from the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science, he served a fellowship in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery at Loyola University Medical Center as well as a residency in general surgery at Michael Reese Hospital. Dr. Tolitano joined the Center for Vein Restoration in 2018 and currently serves as Senior Thoracic and Vascular Surgeon at Franciscan Physicians Hospital in Munster. Dr. Tolitano is a pioneer in advanced non-invasive techniques to treat chronic venous disease and has performed thousands of endovenous laser ablations.

Steven F. Samuel, MD, FACS, brings almost four decades of surgical expertise to vein care, blending innovation with compassionate, patient-centered treatment. His commitment to advancing venous and lymphatic health is evident through his mastery of leading-edge procedures, including radiofrequency ablation, VenaSeal™, and ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy. Honored as Chief Resident under the legendary Dr. Michael DeBakey, Dr. Samuel trained at Baylor College of Medicine, refining his surgical skills at one of the nation’s most prestigious programs. He has earned a reputation as one of America’s top surgeons, recognized for his surgical precision and commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Dominic J. Tolitano, MD, is a nationally recognized cardiovascular surgeon. After graduating from the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science, he served a fellowship in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery at Loyola University Medical Center as well as a residency in general surgery at Michael Reese Hospital. Dr. Tolitano joined the Center for Vein Restoration in 2018 and currently serves as Senior Thoracic and Vascular Surgeon at Franciscan Physicians Hospital in Munster. Dr. Tolitano is a pioneer in advanced non-invasive techniques to treat chronic venous disease and has performed thousands of endovenous laser ablations.