Radiofrequency ablation, or RFA, is a minimally invasive alternative to eliminate abnormal veins, redirect blood flow to healthy veins, and relieve discomfort.
The effective and safe technology of RFA makes it one of the most powerful options available for varicose vein treatment without general anesthesia. It is a minimally invasive treatment that improves the appearance of varicose veins by harnessing the power and flexibility of radio waves.
Bellava MedAesthetics & Plastic Surgery Center in beautiful Bedford Hills, NY regularly provides this treatment to a variety of patients under the care of our board-certified physician, Dr. Donna D’Alessio. In your initial consultation, Dr. Donna D’Alessio will work closely with you to determine if Radiofrequency Albation alone or in combination with other vein treatments such as sclerotherapy, VenaSeal is the best course of action to restore your legs to their original beauty.
Radiofrequency ablation, or RFA, is a minimally invasive alternative to previous methods to eliminate abnormal veins, redirect blood flow to healthy veins, and relieve discomfort. Ultrasound imaging guide the doctor in precise insertion of a thin catheter.
The incision is so small that it requires only a dose of local anesthetic to ensure comfort. After the catheter is in position, the radio frequency heating element at the end of the probe is activated, which causes the surrounding vessel to contract, forcing the blood to reroute through healthier veins instead.
The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, and typically takes an hour or less. You may get back to normal activities the same day. Patients wear compression stockings for the following two weeks to help ensure the best cosmetic outcome and prevent formation of small clots.

Sclerotherapy is often the preferred treatment for small varicose and spider veins. Learn how our team can help you regain your beautiful legs.
At Bellava Medaesthetics & Plastic Surgery Center, our board-certified physician, Dr. Donna D’Alessio has successfully performed thousands of leg procedures. In your initial consultation, Dr. Donna D’Alessio will work closely with you to determine if Sclerotherapy alone or in combination with other vein treatments like radiofrequency ablation, or venaseal is the best course of action to restore your legs to your desired state
Sclerotherapy involves injecting a solution called Asclera directly into the vein. The sclerotherapy solution causes the vein to scar, causing the blood to reroute through healthier veins. The collapsed vein is reabsorbed into local tissue and gradually fades.
Liquid sclerotherapy delivered by precise injection by our board certified physician, Dr. Donna D’Alessio, is the spider vein treatment method most commonly recommended by vein experts. By injecting tiny amounts of a medication into the targeted spider veins, these veins constrict and eventually disappear entirely. Most patients feel only minimal discomfort, and side effects of the medication itself are quite rare. After wearing compression stockings for a few days, many patients are back to normal with dramatic results.

VenaSeal is a minimally invasive procedure in which a catheter is placed into the vein and VenaSeal medical glue is injected to seal off the problematic vein, giving patients incredible results and lessening the risk of complications.
VenaSeal is totally different than other nonsurgical and surgical methods for resolution of enlarged veins. It uses a specialized “glue” that seals the “leaky veins” and patients are able to go back to work the next day. Also, it is the only vein procedure that does not need to have compression stockings worn after being performed. Our board-certified vein doctor, Dr. Donna D’Alessio, expertly administers the VenaSeal treatment on patients in the Bedford Hills and Westchester areas alone and combined with other vein therapies such as sclerotherapy, radiofrequency ablation to effectively handle a variety of vein conditions and return your legs to their original beauty.
VenaSeal™, which utilizes a safe and powerful medical adhesive to seal targeted veins, forcing blood to flow only through healthy vessels. By sealing vessels without heat, VenaSeal gives patients incredible results while lessening the risks of complications. For many patients, this groundbreaking new technology from Medtronic may be the perfect minimally invasive option.The first step for patients receiving VenaSeal™ for their varicose veins is a thorough evaluation of the leg vessels. The entry site is chosen, and the area treated with local anesthetic to ensure minimal discomfort. A tiny puncture is made in the skin, through which the VenaSeal™ device may be inserted. The FDA-approved adhesive is then delivered along the entire length of the targeted vein, to guarantee complete closure.
After only 30 minutes, the average VenaSeal™ procedure is completed, and patients can resume their normal daily activities with only minimal recovery time. Rates of complications are much lower, as no heating element is involved, and only one needle stick is required. It is not necessary for patients to wear compression stockings after treatment with VenaSeal™. Instead, patients can live their lives with improved confidence and reduced symptoms.

Spider veins and varicose veins can get in the way of your most beautiful appearance. At Bellava MedAesthetics and Plastic Surgery Center let us help you love your legs again. We offer the very latest in state-of-the-art, technologically advanced treatment for vein issues such as spider veins and varicose veins. Thanks to advanced medical treatments, surgery is no longer the only option when it comes to treating cosmetic vein conditions. We offer the very best in minimally invasive vein procedures that are both safe and affordable. In terms of affordability, many vein procedures today are covered by insurance. So, get ready to pull out that short skirt or pair of shorts again.
At Bellava, we are proud to have experienced Westchester physician Dr. Donna D’Alessio and her team as our vein specialists. Dr. Donna D’Alessio has carried out over hundreds of leg procedures and is renowned throughout New Jersey and Westchester County. She is highly valued for her focus on patient care and known for her compassionate demeanor. While in many cases, varicose veins and spider veins are often just a cosmetic concern, these conditions can sometimes be tied to an underlying issue such as CVI (chronic venous insufficiency) which can cause leg pain. Dr. Donna D’Alessio has advanced experience in addressing these and other symptoms.