Champlain Valley Vascular Surgery

06/18/2026

Varicose veins develop when the valves inside your veins weaken or stop working properly. These valves are meant to keep blood flowing in one direction, back toward the heart. When they fail, blood can pool in the veins, causing them to enlarge and become visible.

Several factors can contribute, including:
- Prolonged standing or sitting
- Aging and natural wear on vein walls
- Genetics (family history)
- Hormonal changes
- Obesity or increased pressure on the veins
- Pregnancy

While often seen as a cosmetic concern, varicose veins can also cause symptoms like aching, heaviness, swelling, and discomfort.

Learn about minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins at: https://champlainvalleyvascular.com/services/varicose-veins-venous-insufficiency/

06/11/2026

When you try to argue that going anywhere else makes sense… when you already know everything I need is at Champlain Valley Vascular

✔️ Testing, consults, and treatment—all in one place
✔️ Advanced technology without the big-city hassle
✔️ A team that actually makes you feel taken care of

Convenience and care win every time.

06/07/2026

No knee pain after G*E. No faking it. Just results. It sounds too good to be true, but hear it directly from the patient.

Chronic knee pain doesn't have to become your new normal. At Champlain Valley Vascular Surgery, we're changing the way knee pain is treated with Genicular Artery Embolization (G*E), a minimally invasive procedure that targets inflammation at the source.

No referral needed. Covered by most insurance plans. Performed right in our office.

Learn more at https://champlainvalleyvascular.com/services/genicular-artery-embolization-gae/

Less pain. More mobility. Better quality of life.

06/04/2026

Chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis can make even everyday activities like walking and climbing stairs difficult.

Genicular Artery Embolization (G*E) is a minimally invasive treatment designed to reduce inflammation in the knee by targeting the small arteries that contribute to pain. Using image guidance, a specialist delivers tiny particles to these vessels, helping decrease inflammation and improve symptoms.

G*E is performed without major surgery, typically involves a quick recovery, and may be a good option for patients who haven’t found relief with medications, injections, or physical therapy.

Learn more at https://champlainvalleyvascular.com/services/genicular-artery-embolization-gae/

05/31/2026

“I thought knee pain was just something I had to live with.” — Dennis

For Dennis, constant knee pain was making everyday life harder. Walking became difficult, farming became exhausting, and the activities he loved were starting to feel impossible. After trying conservative treatments, he was looking for another option that didn’t involve major surgery. That’s when he found Champlain Valley Vascular and learned about Genicular Artery Embolization (G*E), a minimally invasive treatment designed to target the inflammation causing chronic knee pain.

Performed by Dr. Theodore S. Pabst III and the team at Champlain Valley Vascular, the procedure uses a tiny catheter to deliver treatment directly to the abnormal blood vessels contributing to knee pain and inflammation.

✔ Minimally invasive
✔ No large incisions
✔ Quick recovery
✔ Same-day mobility

Dennis was surprised by how comfortable the procedure was and even more amazed by the results. Within 24 hours, he was back to his normal farming routine, and family and friends immediately noticed the difference. Today, he’s enjoying less pain, better mobility, and getting back to doing what he loves most.

Still struggling with knee pain after injections, physical therapy, or other treatments? You may not need to jump straight to knee replacement surgery. G*E could be an option worth exploring.

Ever felt like knee pain was ruining your life? Before finding Cham...

05/28/2026

Joel is a truck driver who came into Champaign Valley Vascular seeking treatment for knee pain caused by osteoarthritis. Learn about his experience here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5d-KZ3XLub0

Thank you, Joel, for sharing your experience. Happy we were able to help!

05/21/2026

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Patient review
" Great staff and experience. Can’t believe I’m actually pain free. I thought I would moan every time I moved forever but not so. Champlain vascular did amazing work I can now literally climb stairs even quickly pain free. AMAZING 🤩 😊"

Helping patients get back to the little things that matter most. Such as walking comfortably, climbing stairs, staying active, and enjoying life again, is why we do what we do every day at. If chronic knee pain or leg pain is limiting your quality of life, there may be minimally invasive options available right here in Plattsburgh.

05/21/2026

Spider veins may be small, but that doesn't mean they can't be frustrating, both in how they look and how they make your legs feel. Sclerotherapy is a simple, minimally invasive treatment that targets these veins directly.

During the procedure, a specialized solution is injected into the affected veins, causing them to close and gradually fade from view. Over time, blood is naturally redirected to healthier veins, improving both appearance and comfort. It’s a quick, effective way to restore confidence in your skin.

Learn more at https://champlainvalleyvascular.com/services/spider-veins/

05/14/2026

For years after her total knee replacement, she continued to live with severe knee pain. Simple activities became difficult, and she began to lose hope that life would ever feel normal again. Four years later, she heard about Genicular Artery Embolization, a minimally invasive procedure designed to target inflammation and chronic pain in the knee.

Today, she is living the life she wants with less pain, more mobility, and renewed confidence in her daily activities. She is getting back to enjoying time with family, staying active, and doing the things she thought she may never comfortably do again. You do not always have to accept living with chronic knee pain.

Call today or visit our website to learn about how you can have less knee pain.

https://champlainvalleyvascular.com/services/genicular-artery-embolization-gae/