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Phlebology
Cardiology
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United States: New York
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English
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Muelleranswered
Phlebology 34 years experience
Treated, 6-8 wks...: Without treatment, can be 4-6 months or more, sometimes never...
With effective treatment by a vein specialist, usually 6-8 weeks...
Its the most severe form of venous disease, highly advise see a vein specialist experienced in treating ulcers asap !
A 43-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Muelleranswered
Phlebology 34 years experience
Definitely yes ! : 80% of leg ulcers are venous in origin. Venous leg ulcers are the worst end of the spectrum of vein problems, and can be disastrous with endless cycle of ulcers and infection, even amputation rarely. There are several effective treatments. See an experienced vein physician right away !
A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Muelleranswered
Phlebology 34 years experience
Veins or neurologic.: Can either be a primary neurologic condition of unknown cause, or due to leaking of valves in veins of the legs, i.e. Venous insufficiency, which is very treatable. Neurologic type is treated only with medications but procedures to close leaking veins ('ablation') can improve or cure the venous type ! see a vein doctor and a sleep or neurology md...
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Dec 8, 2012
Dr Mueller is a very dedicated and knowledgeable physician. I have learned a good deal over the last year from him.
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Mueller is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Mueller is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thanks for your quick reply!
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
UC San Francisco school of medicine
Graduated 1987MD
Residency
NORTH SHORE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Residency
Memorial Sloan Kettering cancer center
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