Local Doctor - World Progress

Local Doctor - World Progress

Local varicose vein specialist selected by World Progress Report

CHANHASSEN, Minn., Nov. 19, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Sameer Gupta, of Vein Clinic PA, was recently interviewed for an upcoming segment of World Progress Report, hosted by Joan Lunden.

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With regard to World Progress Report, Dr. Gupta remarked, "I am honored that I was selected to represent my specialty, and speak about varicose veins and leg vein therapy. Treatment methods have greatly improved and we are able to help so many patients get the health care they need." Dr. Gupta is in the diverse company of President George H. W. Bush, General Colin Powell, Senator Tom Harkin, Donald Trump and Greg Norman - all interviewed by World Progress Report because of their expertise and experience. The varicose vein segment will air beginning January 2011.

"There have been many advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of vein disease in recent years, including non-surgical, minimally-invasive methods such as Endovenous Laser Treatment (EVLT). We can now treat varicose veins without having to surgically remove them. EVLT is a virtually pain-free vein treatment, is performed in our office, and patients may resume normal activities immediately after the procedure."

About Sameer Gupta, M.D, M.P.H.

Dr. Gupta completed his medical training at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN and received his Master of Public Health Degree (M.P.H.) from Harvard University. Dr. Gupta's M.P.H. degree allows him to interpret scientific studies to help guide his patients' health care decisions.

Dr. Gupta devotes himself solely to the diagnosis and management of the entire spectrum of leg vein disorders. He is certified by the American Board of Phlebology, and is one of only a dozen certified Phlebologists in Minnesota. Dr. Gupta practices at Vein Clinic PA in Chanhassen, MN, and has opened additional clinics in Lakeville, MN and Hutchinson, MN. www.veinclinicpa.com

About World Progress Report

The World Progress Report is on the leading edge of the documentary television industry, producing some of the highest quality shows possible for Public Television. They feature many of the best medical facilities and physicians in the world, highlighting their efforts to improve health care for people around the globe. These stories are short form educational documentaries that are distributed regionally, nationally and internationally to over 96 million people daily. www.worldprogressreport.com

Contact: Mary K. Scott
Scott & Associates, Inc.
952-868-6462
katies@scottassoc.com

SOURCE Vein Clinic PA

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Vein Clinic PA

CONTACT: Mary K. Scott of Scott & Associates, Inc., +1-952-868-6462, katies@scottassoc.com, for Vein Clinic PA

Web Site: http://www.worldprogressreport.com

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