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
03 Oct 2013
Statistics show that 8 out of 10 women who have had 2 or more pregnancies will experience varicose veins in the lower half of their body. Dr Peter Paraskevas, Executive Board Member of The Australasian College of Phlebology and a leader in the non-surgical treatment of varicose veins has provided the following insights into an important health concern for all women who are pregnant.
29 May 2013
What causes Varicose Veins? Does your body need varicose veins? Get all the facts about varicose veins, everything you need to know and what treatment you should seek.