Dothan, Alabama

Our sole focus is on the best patient experience and clinical outcomes when treating vascular disease, starting with a thorough initial evaluation. One of our highly trained vascular technicians (VT) will perform an ultrasound of both legs to determine the extent of the problem. This ultrasound thoroughly examines the deep and superficial veins throughout each leg. The VT will note all issues within the venous system (the network of veins that delivers blood back to the heart).

Your vascular specialist will meet with you, examine your legs, present your scan findings, and review your treatment options. If your symptoms, physical exam, and ultrasound reveals that treatment is needed, a treatment plan is developed with you. Before you leave our clinic, you will understand your venous disease, have an opportunity to ask any questions, and know a path toward getting your legs feeling and looking great again.

Our Vein Clinic in Dothan, Alabama

We proudly serve the Wiregrass community, encompassing parts of southern Georgia, southeastern Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle. Alabama's eighth-largest city. Our vein clinic in Dothan, Alabama, is easily accessible, situated about 20 miles west of Georgia and 16 miles north of Florida near the state's southeastern corner.

Located at 3280 Ross Clark Circle. Ross Clark Circle, Center for Vein Restoration, is on the main road intercepted by U.S. State Route 231 in the North and U.S. State Route 84 to the South. If you are traveling to the Center from the East – Westgate Parkway has an exit right next to Choctaw Street, which runs directly behind the Center. If you are coming from the West, take Montgomery Highway to Choctaw Street and follow the signs to Ross Clark Circle.

Known as the "Peanut Capital of Alabama," Dothan hosts the National Peanut Festival each fall and is home to the George Washington Carver National Monument.

Meet Doctor Khanh Q. Nguyen

Khanh Q. Nguyen, DO, RPVI, is an accomplished medical researcher and physician of almost two decades, the Corporate Medical Director for Center for Vein Restoration, and an Associate Clinical Professor at Georgetown University Medical School. He is certified by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography as a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation and by the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine.

Dr. Nguyen has performed thousands of venous procedures, trained countless physicians around the country in venous techniques, and is published in medical and research journals. He is committed to raising awareness of the devastating effects of venous insufficiency and the advanced, minimally invasive treatment options that can change lives.

Dr. Nguyen earned his medical degree at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Missouri. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association and a Diplomate of the American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine. He speaks English, Vietnamese, and Spanish.

Meet Doctor Michael L. Aikens

Michael L. Aikens, MD, spent twenty-six years as a practicing cardiologist before focusing on treating venous insufficiency symptoms using minimally invasive outpatient techniques. He earned his medical degree from Boston University, followed by an internship and residency at the Boston University Medical Center.

His cardiology fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham earned him the J. Claude Bennett Award for Excellence in Research and grant support. He was an Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical School, an attending physician at UAB Kirkland Clinic, an attending physician at UAB hospital, and Director of the Cardio Care Unit at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Birmingham.

Dr. Aikens is board-certified and a member of several medical professional societies. He is dedicated to bringing compassionate vein care to his patients and is known for his thorough approach to medicine.

Meet Doctor Brian Baxt

Brian David Baxt, MD, is an experienced emergency physician, a prolific medical teacher, lecturer, and attending physician specializing in venous disorders He earned his medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, and completed his residency (including as Chief Resident) in Emergency Medicine at Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT. He is board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM).

As a skilled attending physician, assistant clinical professor, legal and medical consultant, teacher, lecturer, researcher, and author of numerous medical publications, Dr. Baxt customizes his approach to each patient:

“My role in helping patients is to figure out what’s best in their particular situation and then blend the facts of medicine with humanity to make the appropriate recommendation for them.” – Dr. Brian Baxt

Meet Anna Parkinson, APRN, MSN, FNP-C

As an experienced nurse practitioner, Anna is enthusiastic about improving the lives of her patients by offering safe, effective treatment for varicose veins and other symptoms of venous insufficiency (vein disease). Further, she enjoys working alongside other vein specialists who are equally passionate about caring for patients.

In addition to earning an MS in Nursing (family nurse practitioner), Anna has achieved Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) certification, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) certification, and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure.

Services at Center for Vein Restoration, Dothan, Alabama

Our board-certified vascular surgeons offer a wide range of innovative treatment options for leg pain, swelling, cramping, itching, varicose veins, spider veins, restless leg syndrome, ulcers, and other symptoms of vascular disease.

Symptoms of vein disease

When the tiny valves in your leg veins fail to circulate blood back to the heart, the result can be leg pain, itching, swelling, cramping, varicose veins, spider veins, feelings of heaviness, skin discoloration, or ulcers that are difficult to heal. Known as venous insufficiency, the vein condition is progressive, meaning it will get worse without treatment.

If you have any one or more of these vein problems, our experienced vein specialists can help.

Vein treatment types

Thanks to medical advancements in treating venous disease, varicose and spider veins can be corrected using minimally invasive, office-based procedures. Your CVR doctor will recommend the treatment option(s) best for you based on your unique needs.

Treatments include (but are not limited to) direct injection of medicated microfoam into diseased veins called ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy, a proprietary medical adhesive that closes off varicose veins called VenaSeal, and heat treatment of affected veins via laser ablation or radiofrequency ablation, to name a few.

How to schedule an appointment with Doctors Nguyen and Aikens

Scheduling an appointment at Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) in Dothan, Alabama, is easy! Call our Patient Services Representatives at 334-824-2548 to ask questions or to schedule an appointment. Or, if you prefer, you can schedule an appointment online 24 hours a day, seven days a week!

CVR accepts all major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Need help finding your insurance company online? Contact us to find out if you're covered.