About Vein Health
Dr. Peter Paraskevas
MBBS, FACP, GCertHSc (Med Sonography)
Dr Peter Paraskevas is a qualified phlebologist and a full member of the Australasian College of Phlebology. In addition to his formal training, Dr Paraskevas has trained with world renowned phlebologists and vascular surgeons both in Australia and abroad and continues to improve on his skills in a rapidly evolving field.
He attends annual conferences of the Australasian College of Phlebology and remains actively involved providing lectures in anatomy and ultrasound.
Dr Paraskevas is currently involved in the training of basic registrars of the College of Phlebology. He provides education and hands on clinical tuition to doctors wishing to enter into the specialty field. He is a regular examiner of both Basic and Advanced Registrars, sitting their preliminary and final oral examinations with the College of Phlebology. In addition to this, Dr Paraskevas regularly provides lectures in the field of phlebology both in a conference and seminar setting.
Recent articles by Dr Peter Paraskevas
13 Dec 2021
An ultrasound scan allows your phlebologist to not only identify the veins that may be causing you direct pain and symptoms – it also allows them to trace the origin of the problem veins.
13 Dec 2021
Let us illuminate some of the jargon around the COVID-19 vaccines and varicose vein treatment.
24 Nov 2021
Are IPL laser treatments a good choice for spider and varicose veins?
08 Nov 2021
Dubbed the ‘economy-class syndrome,’ staying motionless on long-haul flights or roadtrips is a key factor in the occurrence of deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
25 Oct 2021
Pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS) is a condition affecting 2-7% of women who have been pregnant but also occurs in women who have not been pregnant.