Rocky Mountain Vein Clinic billings montana and cody wyoming

First—and Only—Dedicated Vein Care Clinic in the Region Offers Painless Laser Therapy for Varicose Veins

Billings, Montana, July 10, 2006 – The first clinic in the region devoted entirely to vein health and treatment is now open. Located on Central Avenue in Billings, Rocky Mountain Vein Clinic specializes in state-of-the-art Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) for varicose veins. EVLT is a painless, non-scarring procedure that can be performed in the clinic in under an hour with only a local numbing agent. Patients walk out of the clinic ready to resume their daily activities—minus the leg discomfort and unsightly appearance associated with bulging varicose veins. “Varicose veins are a serious health issue, not just a cosmetic concern,” says Dr. James L. “Bo” Johnson MD, the clinic’s founder. Left untreated, varicose veins can lead to blood clots, bleeding, phlebitis (inflammation), and even sores and eczema. Dr. Johnson, a board-certified general surgeon, performs all the clinic’s procedures, which in addition to EVLT include ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy, and standard sclerotherapy for spider veins. Microphlebectomy, used alone or in conjunction with EVLT, is also offered; this is an advanced, minimally invasive method of removing veins which is well-tolerated and leaves little or no scarring. For years, the only medical treatment for varicose veins was surgical stripping, an extremely invasive and painful procedure that removes the veins from the legs. In searching for better ways to serve his patients, Dr. Johnson learned about EVLT, which was pioneered in 1999.

With his growing interest in vein health and his overwhelmingly successful experience with EVLT, Dr. Johnson made the decision to open the Rocky Mountain Vein Clinic. His vision for the clinic goes beyond the state-of-the-art treatment options themselves to the overall environment in which treatment is delivered. “Having a dedicated clinic, I can provide patients with comprehensive vein care under the highest standards of medical professionalism, all in a low-stress, comfortable, and supportive environment,” says Dr. Johnson. Patients will find the latest state-of-the-art equipment, from the ergonomic procedure table to the laser and ultrasound systems, but there’s nothing “clinical” about the clinic; the doctor and his staff have created an atmosphere designed to make patients feel at ease and well-cared for. Another great stress-reliever for patients is the fact that clinic staff will assist them in determining eligibility for coverage and in filing insurance claims. For patients with problems associated with varicose veins, EVLT is almost always covered by insurance. According to Dr. Johnson, if a person can see bulging veins, it’s time to seek treatment. With the option of EVLT, instead of the old painful surgical methods, there’s no reason to wait. For additional information on the Rocky Mountain Vein Clinic, EVLT, or vein health and treatment, call the clinic at (406) 252-8346 or toll free (877) 251-8346, or visit www.rockymountainveinclinic.com. Dr. Johnson also offers EVLT at the clinic’s Cody location, which can be reached through the toll free number above.

Dr. James L. “Bo” Johnson MD, FACS, founder of the Rocky Mountain Vein Clinic, is a board-certified general surgeon. He began doing Endovenous Laser Therapy in 2004, and has successfully performed well over a hundred of the procedures. Dr. Johnson, a third-generation physician, is known for his dedicated and compassionate care of patients and his medical professionalism. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery, Fellow of the Medical College of Surgeons, and member of the American College of Phlebology. Along with his work at the Rocky Mountain Vein Clinic, Dr. Johnson continues to practice general surgery and serve patients in his home town of Cody, Wyoming. Dr. Johnson and his wife Deborah, a pharmacist, have four children.