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Alsara Vein Clinic is a vein clinic devoted to providing state-of-the-art world class vein treatment of vein disease, varicose veins, and spider veins since 2009. Alsara Vein Clinic serves patients in St. Joseph and greater northwest Missouri.

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About our Vein Clinic

Our founder and lead Phlebologist, Dr. Sameer Gupta ("Dr. Sam"), is a Harvard graduate who trained at Mayo Clinic, and is a recognized leader in the treatment of vein disease throughout the world, having treated thousands of patients across the United States and abroad. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine. He is one of the 795 Physicians in the nation currently certified by The American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine.

Many of our patients have found success after previously failed varicose vein treatments elsewhere, such as painful vein stripping, injection sclerotherapy, and radiofrequency ablation (VNUS closure). Our varicose vein treatments are virtually pain-free, performed in-office, and you can resume normal activities immediately.

Alsara Vein Clinic is located across from Dunkin' Donut Shop, between Kline Motors and Sinclair gas station at 1105 S Belt Hwy, St Joseph, MO 64507, less than a milenorth of US-36 on US-169.  There is ample parking with handicap access. The interior is very comfortable and homey.

There is no referral necessary to seek care. We offer consultations. Typically, the next step is a screening and diagnosis, which is done in the office and is pain-free. The Phlebologist (Vein Specialist) will perform a detailed examination, make a diagnosis, and will then discuss with you the best treatment options. Alsara Vein Clinic accepts most insurances. Our Patient Account Services personnel will be able to determine your insurance coverage and any copays during your visit.

At Alsara Vein Clinic, we do veins all day, every day. We love what we do, and more importantly, we love putting smiles on our patient's faces after life-changing treatments. Life is a beautiful journey. We're here to help. Call us at 816-396-0245, download our free info brochure, or visit Alsara Vein Clinic at 1105 S Belt Hwy, Saint Joseph, MO 64507 (see Map location).


Amy Tullis

Amy Tullis Poster web I’ve been working on my feet since I was in high school; that’s actually what brought me to Alsara. I just really started to have some pain in my legs, and my lifestyle was really changed. I wasn’t as active as I used to be, and I knew I had to do something about it.

I had swelling in my feet, pain down the leg. I had a vein that was bulging out; it was so ugly; a lot of itching across that vein. And, then, I’d be dragging my feel by the end of the day where I had just a weight to my legs that I couldn’t get past. It really slowed me down to where, by the time I was done working, I was done for the day. There was no going out with friends. There was no being active. It was ‘let’s go home and kick our feet up’ and finish the night.

I had actually saw you all at a little convention, and you had a booth out and I got some information there. I had been attending for a work event and decided maybe this is something I should look into for myself.

First impression was fantastic. Everyone was so nice, so informative. They really sat down and went through each symptom with me, and what we could do, different procedures that might help, and what my odds were of it completely fixing it or what percentage better it would be.

I was terrified coming in. I hate needles and I knew that was going to be a big part of it, so I was definitely scared walking in the door. The staff was so friendly and really helped calm me down, and let me know it’s not going to be bad – you will get through it. They sat with me and talked me through the entire procedure. Really no pain during the procedure at all. Afterwards, I was totally fine. I went right back to work immediately following my appointment with no downtime whatsoever.

So many things are better now. I go out walking daily. I took a vacation for the first time in years where I actually go to go hiking up a mountain. I bought a house with stairs that I never would have considering doing, before, because stairs were not an option at the end of the day! So I’m definitely more active than I have ever been.

[Dr. Gupta] is so nice and so knowledgeable. He really takes the time to sit down and go through everything with you, and he never makes you feel stupid about asking questions. He will make sure you understand fully before you walk out the door. The staff is fantastic, as well. They know you by name when you walk in the door; you’re not just another patient. They are always asking you how you’re doing. They’ll remember what you were doing months ago at your prior appointment, and see how things have been since then.

I recommended my mother to come in and see everyone here.

I would have never thought this would be something I’d be doing at my age. I always thought ‘vein procedures… that’s something grandmas do’. But, no, definitely something I’m so glad I did.

At What Age is Chronic Pain OK?

Gray hair and occasional memory loss may be a normal part of aging, but is living in pain also part of getting older?  I have often wondered if this topic has been researched adequately.  I see many patients who report aches and pains that they have come to accept just because of getting older.

It is true that wear and tear of our joints in the knees, hips, and feet can lead to occasional aches and pains. This is different from chronic pain that is defined as pain experienced daily for over six months.  Yet, according to the National Institute of Health (NIH), fifty percent of seniors who live at home say they suffer from chronic pain. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that three-fifths of adults, 65 years and older, have pain that has lasted one year or longer.

A recent patient of mine, Pam, has lived with swelling, pain, and restlessness in her legs for several years. She loves to spend time with her three grandchildren including her beautiful 16-month-old granddaughter, Adeline.  She reported that her legs hurt at different times throughout the day and her ankles would swell up.  She would take breaks to elevate her legs and move them “back and forth” to alleviate the discomfort that was both debilitating and disruptive.   It turns out that Pam had varicose veins that were causing the pooling of blood in her legs.  A simple office-based procedure using laser restored function and eliminated the chronic pain in her legs. There was no downtime or restrictions, so she returned to caring for her grandchildren immediately following her one-hour procedure.

grandmotherModern science and medicine have enabled countless seniors to live free from disease and chronic pain while also prolonging their lives.  However, research has demonstrated that factors such as socializing and relationships are equally important factors for longevity and quality of life.  A small town in Southern London put this finding to test and combined one of the largest retirement homes with a nursery school. This project not only helped bridge the age divide but also infused a new wave of energy, with improved levels of functioning in the elderly who had advanced stages of dementia and physical limitations.

Life expectancy is higher than ever before and an estimated 10,000 people turn 65 each day. While love, family, and our relationships are essential parts of life, chronic pain does not have to be part of our beautiful journey on this planet. Call Alsara Vein Clinic at 816-396-0245 to set up a Consultation today.

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Sam Gupta, M.D.

Bill Luce

Bill Luce Poster 2 web My name is Bill Luce and I am retired. I spent 45 years teaching to secondary and to college-level standing on my feet a lot.

What were your symptoms? How did they affect your daily life?

Particularly when I was still teaching, I would stand on my feet all day long, and my legs would get very tired and they would cramp in the evening; in fact, sometimes to the point where I couldn’t even sleep at night they were cramping so bad. And it just hurt almost all the time. And, so, my legs felt terrible; they felt heavy. I had some restless leg.

And when I came here, the difference was like night and day. You know, before the treatment, my legs were not in good shape. After I got out of here, they were great! You know, the recovery was almost nil. I was able to walk, I was able to resume my activities. I felt 100% better.

How did you hear about Alsara Vein Clinic?

Let me give one of your employees a little bit of credit: Kati Ussary was one of my students. And I actually… I somehow on Facebook for something, I found that Kati was working here, and so I sent here a message: “What do you think of this place?” And she says “Great!.” “Do you think they could help me?” “Yes!” And she was definitely right.

What was your first impression of Alsara Vein Clinic?

I think from beginning to end, my first impression of this place is that the people were here to help me. So I remember asking Dr. Gupta and the staff here – because I’d had dome prior treatments – “Do you think you can help me?” And he didn’t say anything at first; he examined my legs first, and so forth, and then said “Yes, we can help you.” Through the whole process, I felt that my health was [of] utmost concern, and they were looking after me through the entire process.

I went to Kansas City a couple of times because I’d heard that they were a good place and I did not want to have my leg [veins] stripped. And so I went to Kansas City and they were the injections. I had a couple of treatments down there, but I found them to be of temporary help. They would help for a short period of time and then the pain would resume and I was back to square one. I was a little concerned when I came here because I knew that I’d had those treatments and I didn’t know if it was going to be that much harder or if I was just going to be repeating that process again. But there’s a vast degree of difference between here and down there. People think they have to go to Kansa City to get better healthcare for their legs are completely wrong. You can find it here in St. Joe at this clinic.

How did you feel during and after your treatment?

Oh, I felt fine. There’s another, I guess, misconception some people have that it’s going to be a painful experience – they’re working on your legs and it’s going to be tough, or there’s going to be a long recovery period – and neither one is true. It’s almost completely painless. [You] might feel a little pressure or something but it’s really painless. It’s not that hard at all, and the neat thing is, when you get get up, you’re encouraged to walk, resume your normal activities that very day.

What are you able to do after treatment that you couldn’t do before?

What am I able to do now… I think I can almost do anything that I could do when I was 40 years younger, you know, as far as with my legs. I can walk, I can do anything and not have pain doing it; that’s the key thing. My legs do not cramp. And, so, I feel so much better than I did before I came here. The absence of pain is probably the biggest one. My legs no longer cramp. I no longer have restless leg. I’m able to do what I want to do without any pain. I can walk, ‘cause I love to walk. My legs are as good as new. And that is, to me, everything!

How would you describe Doctor Gupta?

[He is an] extremely intelligent, caring individual. I can’t think of anyone I would want to trust my legs with more than Dr. Gupta. He is a remarkable man. He knows what he’s doing. And he has the knack – I’ve heard this from people who have been here, too – he has the knack of being able to explain your condition to you in common, understandable english. He’s not speak “doctor,” you know, he speaks english to people, and they understand what he is going to do, what the procedure is going to be, and what the expectation will be when he is done, and he’s right.

What is your impression of the staff at Alsara Vein Clinic?

Everyone from top to bottom, everyone’s very friendly here, they’re very knowledgeable. Kati, who did a lot of the Ultrasound work – former student of mine – is, of course, excellent. And everyone here, they have been… I can’t say enough about the staff. They have been very friendly, very helpful, and they’ve answered all the questions that we’ve had.

Tell us more about the various treatments you’ve had at Alsara Vein Clinic?

I’ve had numerous treatments here, and I’ve been pleased with every one of them. And they’ve progressed from, ah… I can mention a couple that I’m more familiar with: the laser treatment [Endovenous Laser Ablation], which was good, and I had the more recent treatment that he’s developed, the [VenaSeal] venous treatment that also was very helpful. Every one of them seemed to work well with less… with almost no time for recovery. I was pleased with every treatment that I’ve had here. And veins are probably an ongoing thing, but I’ve always come in here and Dr. Gupta has been able to treat me with what ever the latest method is. I think that says something for him that he also keeps up on what is going on, and he’s not content with just what is in existence right now, he’s looking ahead to see how he can better treat his patients, and I appreciate that.

Would you recommend Alsara Vein Clinic to others?

Yeah, I would highly recommend this place to anyone who’s having any kind of leg problems. They will be upfront with you, the will tell you what you need, and you can count on them giving you good treatment, and that the staff and Dr. Gupta will do everything they can to make sure your receive the best treatment that’s available for your legs.

My most recent treatment here at Alsara came as a result of me coming with my wife last summer. I was wearing shorts because it was so hot, and Dr. Gupta happened to notice that legs had deteriorated a little bit, that I was beginning to have some bulging in my legs with my veins. He asked how I was feeling and I said ‘I still feel pretty good but, yeah, they are beginning to bulge, beginning to show a little bit’ and he said ‘You know, we can take care of that’. And so that’s when the most recent treatment started, after I came in with my wife and Dr. Gupta just happened to notice what my legs looked like. I didn’t… they felt… compared to what they felt like originally, they were still a lot better, nearly 100%. But afterwards, a-ha, I had no idea, they were even better, totally 100% better, and they looked better. My wife and other people have noticed when I wear shorts that my legs are far more natural. They look like they should. The swelling has gone down. My veins don’t pop out like they did. It’s almost like my legs have been set on redial from 40 years ago. You guys have restored my leg health. I mean, I can’t say enough. That’s why I am more than happy to do this because I do feel they’re 100% better like I said in that first commercial.

Probably my most recent referral was some dear friends of ours who had… He really had trouble with his legs. He could no longer walk. The swelling of legs was tremendous. He had difficulty getting around. He could not walk very well. He had been to various places to get treatment, including Mayo and other places, and he had been told that that was just the way it was, you know, to exercise more, do some physical therapy, and it would improve on its own. And his health began to deteriorate. He still had trouble walking around. Going up stairs was nearly impossible for him. If he would go to a store or something, he had to have one of the portable wheelchairs or motor carts that they have to go around the store – he had to have that. And he had almost given up all hope, They were even talking about moving and closing their business down and so forth because his legs were in that bad of shape. And he came here and the treatment was remarkable. That very day that he got out, he went to one of our bigger department stores here in town – two of them actually – and walked clear around both. And I said ‘Well, how’d you feel?’ and he said ‘Well, my feet were not used to walking that much but that was it. My legs felt fine.’ And so he was really very, very happy that he came here, and he received exactly the treatment that he needed for his legs.

My wife, who also was beginning to have some problems with her legs in terms of cramping and not feeling as good, she came here. In fact, we were kind of a one-two into the office here, and she has had the treatments and is also feeling much, much better. She’s a 100% better just like me. She found the treatments to be painless and she was able to resume her activities that very day. So she is feeling grateful and a lot better as well.

I have recommended several people come here. I can tell you this: everyone that I have recommended this place to who has come here has had a positive experience. They, too, have been helped. It’s not just me, they have also been helped. Their legs feel better. And they range in age from, oh, the youngest maybe in their ‘40s all the way up to one lady who was in her early ‘90s who came here, and this clinic was able to help her.

Bill Luce

Bill Luce Poster web The main outcome I’ve had from my treatments is no pain. I expected to live the rest of my life in pain because of the failed treatments I’ve had in the past. And now I’m able to do anything I was before. My legs feel like when I was 20 – and I’m not 20!

I spend a lot of time standing on my feet. The reason I came here is that I’d had a couple of other treatments in Kansas City at clinics down there, and while they helped a little bit, the remedy was only temporary. And, to be honest, I’d more or less given up. I just figured that was the way it was going to be for the rest of my life. I would just have to deal with the pain and the cramping in my legs.

I came in here just hoping that something could be done, and everyone was really positive, and Dr. Gupta said they would be able to help me. And sure enough, they have, and I feel much better.

There was something about Dr. Gupta that made me feel that there was hope. I asked him ‘I want you to be honest with me. Will you be able to help my legs? They’ve had a couple of treatments.’ And he said ‘I would not tell you that we could help you unless I’m sure we can’ and he said that they could, and he was right.

I was anxious to get the treatment done. I wanted the pain to stop. And [during the procedure] there was really no pain at all. It was just a little bite or twinge as they would insert things into my leg. But, no, it was not painful at all. I would not let the fear of pain to keep someone from coming in here because it was not a painful procedure at all.

I did not feel a great deal of pain. I was more curious about what they were doing, particularly when they turned on the laser and I was able to see my leg glow. Haha! It was interesting! Whoa, my leg! My wife was in the room with me – my leg was glowing! The amazing thing, though, was when it was done. I got up and I was able to walk out of here, and instantly my leg felt better.

My legs are 100% better. I mean I have no pain. [My legs] do not keep me up at night. My legs do not cramp. I have Dr. Gupta and his staff here to thank for that. I mean my legs feel 100% better.

I could not be more positive about the experience I had here. My expectations were more than met. The staff was friendly. My treatments were timely. The doctor took the time with me to tell me what the procedure was so I would know what to expect. He talked to me through the entire procedure so I knew what was going on, which I appreciated. They followed up. They helped me to schedule appointments. They called me and made sure that my recovery was going well at home. So I’m totally pleased with the experience here and would recommend it to anyone.

Before, when I went to the other clinics, I thought the treatment was basically limited to Sclerotherapy, which was the shots. I did not know that there were other therapies involved, that laser therapy was a procedure that could be used. And so when I heard about it, I didn’t know – because some of my veins had been partially treated – that that would be an option for me, and Dr. Gupta informed me that it was. And so, yes, I learned more about varicose veins than I had been told at other clinics. So, yes, I did learn a great deal.

Dr. Gupta is an amazing man. He has a tremendous sense of humor, and that really helps during your treatment process. He puts a smile on your face as he’s treating you, which is amazing, as someone is poking around your leg, that he is able to do that. I’m also impressed with his knowledge and his skill at what he does. It’s amazing that he is able to treat my veins and to do it in a painless way. I cannot say enough about him.

The staff is phenomenal. They go out of their way to do everything they can for you. They assisted me. They answered questions. They treated me like a friend as I came in. They always have a smile on their face. They seem to be very approachable. They’re a very good bunch of people. He should be proud of the staff he has working for him. I’m sure that he is.

I have recommended Dr. Gupta to other people. Yes, I would be more than happy to recommend him to anyone who is experiencing any leg pain. It costs nothing to find out. The consultation is free. Why not come in and have your legs checked out. When they describe their legs are aching or cramping, I would recommend that they come in and have them checked out.

Alsara [Vein Clinic] has made a difference in my life journey because I’m able to do the things that I’ve always wanted to do now. I can walk. I can go places. I don’t have to deal with the nightly pain that I had before. And so it has greatly improved my life journey. I can walk now without any pain, and that’s always been something that I have a passion for is walking. We go to a senior gym and I’m able to do that and exercise fully, and I don’t have any problems. I’m able to do what I want to do without my legs bothering me, and that’s made a world of difference.

We’re a dog family. We had a bearded collie before, a greyhound, and we walked him every morning on Faraon [St.], regardless of the weather. And now that we have a new dog, we’re resuming that activity. The difference is: I now do it pain-free.

Bill Luce

Please describe your experience with us:

Everyone was helpful and friendly.

Front Desk staff:
Excellent.
Ultrasound Technologist:
Excellent.
Provider/Doctor/Nurse Practitioner:
Excellent.
Billing/Patient Account Services:
Excellent.
Call Center/Patient Service Center:
Excellent.
What made you choose us?
Your sign on Frederick, and when I discovered that Kati (one of my former students) was on staff.
What symptoms were you experiencing?
Leg cramps and pain.
How were you affected by your legs previously? What couldn't you do? How has that changed now?
My pain did not stop me from doing things, but now I can do things without pain.
What improvements have you seen in your legs?
I am very near being 100% better. No pain or cramps.
Additional Comments: What did you appreciate? What makes us different than other medical clinics? What could we have done better to exceed your expectations? What changes would you like to see?
I am impressed with the level of concern everyone displayed for my health and the treatments I have received. My legs feel so much better than when I first came in. I am confident I made the right decision coming to Alsara [Vein Clinic]. I also appreciate how friendly everyone is.

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Bill Spalding

Please describe your experience with us:

Front Desk staff:
Very friendly and excellent service provider.
Ultrasound Technologist:
Outstanding care and very informative.
Provider/Doctor/Nurse Practitioner:
Very knowledgeable and great communication skills.
Billing/Patient Account Services:
Great.
Call Center/Patient Service Center:
Great.
What made you choose us?
My doctor recommended you.
What symptoms were you experiencing?
Swelling of lower legs and ankles.
How were you affected by your legs previously? What couldn't you do? How has that changed now?
Pain, heaviness, couldn't be on my feet & walk for long periods. [Now], all for the better.
What improvements have you seen in your legs?
Less swelling & tiredness.
Additional Comments: What did you appreciate? What makes us different than other medical clinics? What could we have done better to exceed your expectations? What changes would you like to see?
Very friendly and everything was explained so I could understand it. Great doctor and support staff. A real positive experience.

spalding william

Blood Clots & Varicose Veins - 5X Higher Risk

Blood Clots & Varicose Veins - 5X Higher Risk

Suspect a Blood Clot in Leg?

Ultrasound Blood Clot med

  • Alsara Vein Clinic offers same-day appointments
  • Detailed scan for Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) as well as Superficial Vein Thrombosis (SVT)

The best test currently available for thrombosis (clot) in the legs is a color flow duplex ultrasound. At Alsara Vein Clinic, we utilize very high-resolution ultrasound capable of diagnosing clots in even the smaller deep veins in the calf.

Certified by ABVLM Sam Gupta MDDr. Gupta is certified by the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine. All clinical staff has specialized education and training for the management of venous diseases including all types of blood clots. Urgent Care centers, Primary Care Providers, Patients, and their relatives routinely call us for same-day appointments.

At Alsara Vein Clinic, we treat vein problems all day, every day. Unlike duplex ultrasound performed at an Emergency Room that focuses only on deep vein thrombosis (DVT), we check for DVT and SVT. Do not let yourself or your loved one be another victim of an undiagnosed dangerous blood clot.

Call us at 816-396-0245 for a Consultation

Superficial Thrombophlebitis and Deep Vein Thrombosis (blood clots) are other potential complications from varicose veins.

Varicose veins are prone to developing Superficial Thrombophlebitis (SVT) as well as Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). Superficial Thrombophlebitis is characterized by redness of the skin, tenderness, and pain along the affected superficial vein just below the skin surface. As opposed to deep veins, blood clots in the superficial veins are less severe and generally do not break off and go to the lungs.

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Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVT on the other hand is a more severe condition. The vein in the leg still becomes inflamed and forms a blood clot. However, Deep Vein Thrombosis has the potential to cause a “pulmonary embolism” – a potentially life-threatening condition – if the clot breaks loose and travels to the right side of the heart and eventually migrates to the lungs.

Vein Disease Menu

Amy Hallquist - Blood Clots

Blood Clots - 5X Righer Risk

  • Blood Clots:
    • Embolism: a blood clot that travels from the site where it was formed
    • Thrombus: a blood clot that forms in a vessel
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): 5 X higher risk of DVT in people with Varicose Veins
  • Pulmonary Embolism (PE): blood clot travels through the heart and blocks a blood vessel in the lung
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD): 1.7 X higher risk of Pulmonary Embolism (PE)

A landmark study was published in JAMA, a very reputable medical journal, that demonstrated how people who have varicose veins have five times (5X) higher risk for clots in the deep veins that can be potentially fatal. Those blood clotscan take off and get lost in areas like the lungs and cause conditions like Pulmonary Embolism.

In the initial stages of varicose veins, people may only see some spider veins or ropey veins, and sometimes there are no visible veins. You may have pain, heaviness, tiredness, restless legs, leg cramps, etc. More advanced stages are when you have skin changes, discoloration, bleeding, ulcers that are slow to heal, and blood clots.

Read More about Potentially Deadly Blood Clots

Varicose Vein Treatments are coved by insurance including Medicare and Medicaid

Casey Schmidt

Please describe your experience with us:

Front Desk staff:
Great.
Ultrasound Technologist:
Great.
Provider/Doctor/Nurse Practitioner:
Great.
Billing/Patient Account Services:
Great.
Call Center/Patient Service Center:
Great.
What made you choose us?
Location.
What symptoms were you experiencing?
Bulging veins.
How were you affected by your legs previously? What couldn't you do? How has that changed now?
Restless legs. {After treatment} no more restless legs and no more pain.
What improvements have you seen in your legs?
 No bulging in veins and no pain.
Additional Comments: What did you appreciate? What makes us different than other medical clinics? What could we have done better to exceed your expectations? What changes would you like to see?
[Appreciated} the experience of the procedure. Very clean facility.

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Charles Smith

Charles Smith Poster web I like getting out and taking care of animals and kind of things like that. But as far as really doing anything, I’ve never been able to do it because of my legs, so.

I came to Alsara Vein Clinic because I’ve been having trouble with my legs with terrible, terrible leg cramps. And I went to my Primary [Care Physician] and she set me up to come to see Dr. Gupta, and that was the best thing I’ve ever had done for me. He is just a fantastic doctor.

Ok, I’ve had leg cramps for 30 years. And I’d get out and try and do something and I’d have to stop because my legs hurt so bad I couldn’t stand to walk. I got to where I couldn’t stand to sit. You know, you’d get out and walk, stop, you’d sit and stop, all day long. It was just awful.

The cramping felt just… it was something you could hardly stand. It was like somebody putting your leg in a vice and squeezing. And that’s how bad it was. When I came to Dr. Gupta, he took care of that, and since then, I have not had one leg cramp at all, and it’s just fantastic.

Well, my first impression was, you know, it’s a nice building, it’s clean, and that’s a plus. I’ve been to a lot of doctor’s offices before where you just feel out of place; you don’t want to go there. But this [Alsara Vein Clinic] is just totally opposite. I come in, you know, it’s like being at home.

Oh, the staff’s fantastic. As soon as you walk through the door, they’re there to greet you and treat you like, you know, you’re a normal person. I’ve gone to a lot of doctors where, you know, you just go in, you sit down, you get stuck in a corner and you sit there and wait for an hour before they call on you. So the staff is just fantastic here.

When I first met Dr. Gupta, I can tell instantly whether I like somebody, whether I can trust somebody, and I knew at that instant he was a good person and he was a good doctor. He is somebody, you know, you like being around, and I think he’d be a good friend, too.

Well, when I first come here, I really didn’t know what I was looking forward to because I’ve never been to a place like this before. But after comin’ and listening to everybody here – the staff and the doctor – I knew I was in good hands and something was gonna be done to help me.

Oh, I couldn’t wait until they’d done the surgery. It was just something, you know, I knew was gonna help me. And after seeing the doctor, I knew it was gonna do something.

The treatments were… I felt a little sting, but as far as hurtin’, no, it didn’t hurt at all. There’s just a little pressure and that’s it. There was no pain whatsoever. And I’ve had both legs done. I just… my legs feel like I’ve got new legs! I don’t have any leg cramps anymore. I can walk better. So it’s really improved by 100%. Oh, it’s made me to where I can get up out of bed. I can get out and walk. I can’t mow yet, but, you know, I’m doing things that I haven’t been able to do for 30 years, and that really inspires me. This is just a great place.

If anyone’s watching and they have leg cramps, I’d like for them to come and see Dr. Gupta and really seriously [consider] having this treatment done. It does help 100%.

Chris Sass

Chris Sass Poster web Well, the first impression was no wait time. And the staff was tremendous, very helpful. You know, they led me to where I needed to go. They answered all my questions. It was just an awesome experience coming here versus some of the other places I’ve had to go to where there’s a wait time.

The reason I came was, as a typical male, I let my condition go. I had a history of varicose veins in the family. I’ve had a couple of sisters that have had some treatment done. I stand at my job all day long. I had to wear compression stockings because I realized I was starting to get some hyperpigmentation, some discoloring in the ankles. My legs started to really hurt me. I started to feel like they were getting really heavy. I was getting cramping at night, even cramping during the day when I’d be out running. I’d have some severe cramping in the calves, so I knew that if I wanted to stay active I needed to get this taken care of.

I knew that it was an issue and I needed to take care of it, having a family history of varicose veins, having a couple of sisters that had the procedures done. Mine were visible, so I knew I had to take care of my legs.

The recovery was quick. I mean you’re up and moving around the same day, so, I mean, you can’t ask for anything better than that. So when I run, I used to use athletic compression stockings just below the knee. Now, I don’t even use those anymore. I don’t have to. I don’t experience the calf pain, the cramping.

One of the things on my bucket list is to run a marathon before I get too old. I’ve completed three half marathons, so that’s on my bucket list and I would like to complete that.

I learned not to wait when you have problems with your legs. Put your pride behind you, come in, get the free consultation done, get your legs fixed, and it will be a whole new world for you.

It’s like I’ve got a new set of legs. t my age, that means a lot. I can continue to golf, hunting activities, run, and not have those issues anymore.

On the golf course, when my brother-in-law, who's a physician, took a look and said ‘wow, I’m going to have to get my legs done’ (because he has a similar situation), too. Yeah, my wife said she does notice the fact that my legs look a lot smoother, better color, and I don’t complain about my legs anymore.

Confidential

Please describe your experience with us:

Front Desk staff:
Very friendly.
Ultrasound Technologist:
Kati's the best – always helpful & cares.
Provider/Doctor/Nurse Practitioner:
Very professional & has my best interest at heart.
Billing/Patient Account Services:
Very friendly.
What symptoms were you experiencing?
Pain, tingling, restless legs. "Bubble" vein in back of leg.
How were you affected by your legs previously? What couldn't you do? How has that changed now?
Now, no pain or tingling. Bulging veins are gone.
What improvements have you seen in your legs?
Looks better. Feels better!.
Additional Comments: What did you appreciate? What makes us different than other medical clinics? What could we have done better to exceed your expectations? What changes would you like to see?
This whole office if very accomodating & easy to work with. I highly recommend them!

Confidential

Please describe your experience with us:

Front Desk staff:
Very pleasant.
Ultrasound Technologist:
Very good at explaining the procedure.
Provider/Doctor/Nurse Practitioner:
The Best.
What made you choose us?
Referral.
What symptoms were you experiencing?
Pain - blood flow conditions.
How were you affected by your legs previously? What couldn't you do? How has that changed now?
Pain in the foot area. [Post procedure] Not as prominent now. 
What improvements have you seen in your legs?
No cramps.

Confidential

Please describe your experience with us:

Front Desk staff:
Very friendly.
Ultrasound Technologist:
Very informative.
Provider/Doctor/Nurse Practitioner:
Very caring and giving to patients.
What made you choose us?
I was tired of hurting, and one doctor I talked to had the procedure and he was 100% cured.
What symptoms were you experiencing?
Ache, cramping, restless legs.
How were you affected by your legs previously? What couldn't you do? How has that changed now?
I wasn't able to walk very far or sit without hurting. When sitting for a long time, my legs would go crazy. I can't sit for a long time or even go on long road trips without hurting.
What improvements have you seen in your legs?
It has improved my walking where it doesn't hurt. No more pain.
Additional Comments: What did you appreciate? What makes us different than another medical clinic? What could we have done better to exceed your expectations? What changes would you like to see?
[I appreciated] for someone to finally listen to me about how my legs did hurt, and for someone to fix them (legs) so that I can start running again. You've over exceeded my expectations in the care during and after surgeries. I would like for you to keep doing things the way it is done – shows you care for patients that come in.

Dana Taber

Please describe your experience with us:

Front Desk staff:
Amanda is always friendly and professional.
Ultrasound Technologist:
Kati is just awesome! Made appointments fun.
Provider/Doctor/Nurse Practitioner:
Dr. Gupta was kind and explained things thoroughly.
Billing/Patient Account Services:
Excellent. No questions as to what things would cost.
Call Center/Patient Account Services:
Kati called to check on me on a Friday – her day off. That was a nice surprise.
What made you choose us?
A coworker recommended after having her [free] introductory visit.
What symptoms were you experiencing?
Heavy feeling in legs, pain, and cramping in calves; ugly blue spider veins.
How were you affected by your legs previously? What couldn't you do? How has that changed now?
It hasn't been too long since my treatments, but already feel that my legs are more "energized," no more heavy feeling..
What improvements have you seen in your legs?
I am looking forward to seeing an improvement in the looks of my legs – less visible blue veins.
Additional Comments: What did you appreciate? What makes us different than other medical clinics? What could we have done better to exceed your expectations? What changes would you like to see?
The entire staff has made every visit a pleasant experience. Dr. Gupta explains procedures and options and makes sure that you understand. I feel that he does not make you feel pressured to have a certain treatment, and keeps expectations on the end result reasonable. Kati's presence always made me feel safe & secure when undergoing this treatment that is new to me. Don't change a thing!

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Dave Ingram

Dave Ingram Poster web My name’s Dave Ingram and I like to spend a little bit of time in the gym and spend time with family and friends, hang out at the pool, just do what most parents like to do with their kids.

I’d recommend it [laser treatment] to anybody, I would. The staff is top-notch. I mean, it’s just a great, great, great place to go.

It was painful. I mean, it looked like I had a snake coming up my leg, and it was just ridiculous. You know, if I wore shorts, I’d be talking to somebody and instead of lookin’ me in the eyes, they were looking down at my leg ‘cause it was so unsightly. And it hurt and it just, ah, was something that needed to be taken care of, and I’m not gettin’ any younger and it’s not gonna get any better.

And [after treatment] it feels a lot better, it does.

Whenever I walk, like at the mall, or walk, you know, people aren’t like lookin’ at my calves, you know, and saying “Wow, what is that on his leg?’. It’s like I don’t want to be noticed for that, you know, and I’m not now… yeah, sort of incognito.

My leg] looks about 20 years younger. Yeah, there’s no vein whatsoever sticking out. You can’t even tell.

[Dr. Gupta] is very informative. His demeanor, he’s just so laid-back and casual and just so easy to talk to. You know, he goes into details on whatever you want to talk about. I mean, he’s very informative. But, ah, yeah, he’s a heck of a doctor. I liked him.

Most people don’t realize it – depending on what your job is – you could probably go back to work immediately, you know, as long as you wear your compression stockings and maybe take some ibuprofen, you know. But there’s really no downtime.

I have more energy [now]. My legs… it doesn’t feel as heavy as it did before. I mean, there’s no discomfort whatsoever now. It’s like it never happened. It’s amazing.

David Hornbuckle

Please describe your experience with us:

Front Desk staff:
Nice, Happy.
Ultrasound Technologist:
Wonderful.
Provider/Doctor/Nurse Practitioner:
Wonderful.
Billing/Patient Account Services:
Very Good.
Call Center/Patient Service Center:
Very Good.
What made you choose us?
My mother Joyce, seeing how she is [after treatment].
What symptoms were you experiencing?
Pain, weakness both legs.
How were you affected by your legs previously? What couldn't you do? How has that changed now?
Couldn't stand long; weak and painful.
What improvements have you seen in your legs?
No pain, stronger legs.
Additional Comments: What did you appreciate? What makes us different than other medical clinics? What could we have done better to exceed your expectations? What changes would you like to see?
Overall the best service.

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Debbie Tullis

Please describe your experience with us:

Front Desk staff:
Priya.
What made you choose us?
Referred by my daughter.
What symptoms were you experiencing?
Leg pain, tired and heavy legs.
How were you affected by your legs previously? What couldn't you do? How has that changed now?
Made it very hard for me to do exercising or walking any amount of time. [Now,] my legs don't hurt and cramp as much.
What improvements have you seen in your legs?
They don't feel as bad as they did.
Additional Comments: What did you appreciate? What makes us different than other medical clinics? What could we have done better to exceed your expectations? What changes would you like to see?
[I appreciated] the friendliness of the staff; explaining everything to my satisfaction.

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Donna Smith

Please describe your experience with us:

Front Desk staff:
Wonderful.
Ultrasound Technologist:
Wonderful.
Provider/Doctor/Nurse Practitioner:
Wonderful.
Billing/Patient Account Services:
Good.
Call Center/Patient Service Center:
Good.
What made you choose us?
Your sign in front.
What symptoms were you experiencing?
Leg pain.
How were you affected by your legs previously? What couldn't you do? How has that changed now?
Could hardly walk, was very painful. [I could do] very little. {After the procedure, legs] are much better.
What improvements have you seen in your legs?
They are not as painful.
Additional Comments: What did you appreciate? What makes us different than other medical clinics? What could we have done better to exceed your expectations? What changes would you like to see?
[Appreciated] everything. Everyone is very nice. [What could we do better?] Nothing.

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