Convenient & Simple
11,000+
Radiofrequency ablation procedures*
3
Dedicated vein centres
Since 2013
A vein-only practice
150+
Google reviews, 4.9★ average
Umhlanga · Fourways · Somerset West | *Practice procedural records, August 2026.
Advanced Vein Surgery
Modern and minimally invasive varicose veins treatment
Specialist varicose veins, spider veins and venous ulcer treatment
Dr Blignaut and his clinical team provide specialist vein assessment and treatment in Umhlanga, Fourways and Somerset West.
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Durban
Our rooms are conveniently located near Gateway in Umhlanga. Call Louisa to schedule your appointment
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Our Fourways vein centre is located in Cedar Tree Medical Centre in Gauteng. Call Wesley to book an appointment.
Make An AppointmentSomerset West
Somerset West vein centre is located in Paardevlei, Somerset West. Call Melissa to book an appointment.
Make An AppointmentMedical Schemes
We verify your medical scheme benefits and submit authorisation on your behalf.
Scheme coverage and pricingFrequently Asked Questions
Funding depends on your medical scheme, your benefit option, the clinical indication for treatment, the procedure performed and your scheme’s authorisation requirements, so we confirm your individual benefits before your procedure. Some schemes fund it from the in-hospital or major risk benefit rather than from savings, which can mean patients on a hospital plan are still covered. We submit the authorisation request to your scheme on your behalf, and a written quotation is available before your procedure. Scheme coverage and pricing
No. Vein procedures are performed in our office operating rooms under local anaesthetic. There is no hospital admission and no general anaesthetic. It is a walk-in, walk-out procedure, and if no sedation was used you may drive yourself home. About radiofrequency ablation
The radiofrequency ablation procedure takes 20 to 40 minutes. Minimal preparation is needed beforehand, and you leave our rooms once it is complete.
Most patients report little or manageable discomfort during the procedure. Mild soreness, tenderness or bruising can occur afterwards. For anxious or needle-phobic patients we can give a mild intravenous sedative before or during treatment.
The bandage is removed 24 hours after your procedure. We encourage you to walk every day from the outset, while avoiding strenuous activity for about a week. Most patients resume their normal activities within a day or two.
No. Endovenous techniques have replaced traditional open surgery for many suitable patients, and current international guidelines recommend endovenous ablation in preference to stripping for symptomatic superficial reflux. Open surgery remains appropriate in selected cases. Dr Blignaut does not offer stripping surgery; which endovenous technique suits you is decided after your duplex scan. Modern vein treatment
The only way to be certain is a duplex ultrasound scan performed by a vein specialist. Patients with superficial vein reflux are usually ideal candidates. Those with deep vein reflux, often following a previous DVT, may not be suitable. Every new patient has a duplex scan before any treatment is planned. Start with a free online screening
No. Untreated venous reflux can progress to skin changes, pigmentation, eczema, bleeding and venous leg ulcers. Some patients with small veins have significant pain, while others with large veins have none, so the appearance of the veins is not a reliable guide to the problem underneath. More about varicose veins
Learn More
Endovenous ablation using RFA is a well-established, guideline-supported treatment for suitable superficial truncal reflux. More about radiofrequency ablation
An established treatment for suitable spider and reticular veins of the legs. More about cosmetic sclerotherapy
Some venous ulcers are now amenable to treatment using the latest endovenous techniques. More about venous leg ulcers
Recurrent varicose veins appear after previous interventions to treat those veins. These veins require a specialised approach in treatment. More about recurrent varicose veins
Varicose veins are enlarged veins that are blue or red and often appear like cords, that are tortuous and bulging above the skin's surface More about varicose veins
Spider veins are small dilated blood vessels near the surface of the skin. They appear blue or red and resemble a spider's web, or roadmap More about spider veins
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Vein Centre Durban
The Durban Vein Centre is located in Umhlanga within the specialist medical building Medigate No 2. Medigate is located next to Netcare Umhlanga hospital. We have 2 advanced office operating rooms. We offer the same services in Durban, Johannesburg and Somerset West.
Vein Centre Johannesburg
Our Fourways facility is located within Cedar Tree Office Park in Stinkwood Close Fourways, situated across Cedar road from the Life Fourways Hospital. This vein centre has 3 advanced office operating rooms, where we can carry out a number of vein procedures.
Vein Centre Somerset West
The Somerset West Vein Centre is located in Paardevlei within the Halo Medical Centre. We are located across the road from Paardevlei Hospital. We offer the same services in Durban, Johannesburg and Somerset West.
Meet Our Clinical Team
Dr Blignaut is assisted by a team of qualified and dedicated nursing practitioners with extensive experience in managing vein patients.
What our patients say on Google
Read all our patient reviews on Google:
Umhlanga 5.0 ★ (28 reviews) |
Fourways 4.9 ★ (119 reviews) |
Somerset West 5.0 ★ (7 reviews)