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Vein Specialists of the Carolinas, now part of Center for Vein Restoration (CVR), is proud to serve patients at our Gastonia clinic. The expert physicians and staff members at CVR Gastonia have decades of combined experience treating symptoms of vein conditions such as varicose veins, spider veins, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and other disorders related to chronic venous insufficiency (vein disease).
At CVR, our commitment to patient care is unwavering. Our physicians are world-renowned vein specialists, trainers, authors, and lecturers on the latest techniques for diagnosing and treating vein disease. However, what truly sets us apart is our team's dedication to providing our patients with a level of comfort and understanding that goes beyond just treating their condition.
Vein Specialists of the Carolinas, now CVR in Gastonia, is in the county seat of and the largest city in Gaston County, North Carolina. The area boasts several cultural, natural, and historic attractions. Start your visit with a trip to the Schiele Museum of Natural History. Just two and a half miles from our Gastonia vein clinic, the museum offers a series of educational and family-friendly exhibits.
Crowders Mountain State Park, about 13 miles from our Gastonia vein clinic, provides plenty of camping, hiking, boating, fishing, and outdoor exploration opportunities.
Visitors can also travel from Gastonia to Belmont to tour the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. This nonprofit organization allows guests to “reconnect with nature” as they wander through its 30 charming acres of pristine greenery.
Partnering with CVR in 2024, the experienced vein physicians and caring staff of Vein Specialists of the Carolinas joined CVR’s 110+ vein clinics nationwide. The 70+ CVR vein physicians are committed to providing their local community with the highest-quality outpatient vein treatment in America. All CVR vein physicians are board-certified and possess advanced experience and training in all areas of venous insufficiency (vein disease).
Whether you’re visiting from near or far, the Vein Specialists of the Carolinas team, now Team CVR, are happy to provide directions and parking instructions to all guests of our Gastonia vein clinic.
David G. Draughn, MD, FACS, DABS, DABVLM, RVT, RPVI, RPhS, earned his medical degree at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine, where he graduated Cum Laude (with honors) after completing his Bachelor of Science in Biology, with a minor in Chemistry. He then completed a general surgery residency at the Louisiana State University Medical Center and eventually became Chief Resident.
Dr. Draughn showcases his ongoing commitment to patient care through his board certifications and professional examinations, guaranteeing his position at the forefront of advancements in vascular and venous treatments.
Dr. Draughn has devoted his career to furthering the field of vascular treatments with specializations in general, laparoscopic, vascular, and thoracic surgery. His work also surrounds research into venous care — he holds multiple patents, including a laparoscopic instrument holder.
Outside work, Dr. Draughn can be found spending time with his family and enjoying the great outdoors — boating, water skiing, wake surfing, scuba diving, motorcycling, flying, and genealogy are just a few of his many interests. Above all, Dr. Draughn’s commitment to both his patients and his personal passions highlights his well-rounded character and dedication.
Paul S. Putterman, MD, is a seasoned medical practitioner with a strong foundation in vein care. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. Following his medical education, Dr. Putterman completed his internship and residency in pediatrics at Carolinas Medical Center, now known as Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. A pioneer in his field, Dr. Putterman is a founding Senior Partner of Matthews Children's Clinic in Charlotte, North Carolina. With over 25 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Putterman has cultivated extensive expertise in vein care, positioning him as a leading authority in venous and lymphatic medicine.
When asked how he sees his role in helping patients:
“One word: education. I seek to help patients understand vein disease and why they are experiencing the symptoms they are, and then make it easy for them to understand the recommended treatment and why we’re recommending it, that is, to get the desired effects they want.” -Dr. Paul S. Putterman, MD
Our board-certified vascular physicians provide numerous state-of-the-art treatment options for leg pain, cramping, swelling, itching, spider veins, varicose veins, restless legs syndrome, and other symptoms of venous disease.
Venous disease occurs when the tiny valves in your leg veins fail to circulate blood back to the heart efficiently. This can result in:
These uncomfortable symptoms are often the result of venous insufficiency and are unlikely to heal on their own. This common vein condition is progressive and will worsen without treatment.
Vascular care providers at vein treatment centers use cutting-edge minimally invasive treatments available. CVR’s modern outpatient care plans are highly superior to the vein-stripping methods used in the past.
Our vein treatments include VenaSeal, a proprietary medical adhesive that safely closes off varicose veins, and ClariVein, a two-in-one approach that uses an ablation device to inject a sclerosing solution that closes the vein with a tiny rotating wire tip and destroys the diseased vein.
CVR also offers a wide variety of other treatment options, including:
Vein treatments take about an hour or less to complete, allowing patients to return to their normal routine immediately with few restrictions. No staples or stitches are needed because a simple band-aid covers the tiny incisions. Our outpatient treatments require only local anesthetics. Recovery and symptom relief are fast, with little to no scarring.
Scheduling an appointment at Center for Vein Restoration in Gastonia, North Carolina, is easy! You can now book an appointment online. To make an appointment online for one of our other CVR clinics, click here.
CVR accepts all major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Don't see your insurance company online? Contact us at 240-965-3915 to find out if you're covered.
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