Stephen J. Hopkins, FACS, MD

Phlebologist (Vein Specialist)

Dr. Stephen J. Hopkins is a Phlebologist (Vein Specialist) in Jackson, CA with special training and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of vein disorders. As a Phlebologist (Vein Specialist), Stephen J. Hopkins, FACS, MD performs diagnostic, minimally-invasive, botanical, and surgical procedures for venous disorders. Phlebology (Vein Medicine) is the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic venous diseases. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Phlebologists include varicose veins, venous stasis ulcer, venous thromboembolism, chronic venous insufficiency, and deep vein thrombosis. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Phlebologists include medical history review, physical exam, duplex ultrasound, CTV, MRV, horse chestnut extract, gradient compression stocking and blood thinning medication prescriptions, ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy, endovenous laser treatment, ambulatory phlebectomy, sclerotherapy, thrombolysis, and vein stripping.

Phlebology is the medical discipline that involves the diagnosis and treatment of venous disorders, including spider veins, varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency, venous leg ulcers, congenital venous abnormalities, venous thromboembolism and other disorders of venous origin. A phlebologist has attained a minimum of 50 hours of CME units in phlebology-related courses, and is knowledgeable of and trained in a variety of diagnostic techniques including physical examination, venous imaging techniques such as duplex ultrasound, CT and MR, plethysmographic techniques and laboratory evaluation related to venous thromboembolism. The phlebologist is also trained in a variety of therapeutic interventions, which may include compression, sclerotherapy, cutaneous vascular laser, endovenous thermoablation procedures (laser and radiofrequency) endovenous chemical ablation, surgical procedures (e.g., ambulatory phlebectomy, venous ligation), vasoactive medications and the management of venous thromboembolism.

Lymphologist

Dr. Stephen J. Hopkins is a Lymphologist in Jackson, CA with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating disorders of the lymphs, nodes, and vessels.. As a Lymphologist, Stephen J. Hopkins, FACS, MD performs diagnostic and treatment procedures for lymphatic disorders. Lymphology is the study of the mechanisms, pathology, and functions of the lymphs, including their nodes and vessels. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Lymphologists include lymphedema, lymphadenitis, lymphangitis, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, Hodgkin's lymphoma, and lymphocytosis. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Lymphologists include medical history review, physical exam, ultrasound, lymphography, lymphoscintigraphy, manual lymphatic drainage, compression stocking, botanical, and pharmaceutical prescriptions, lymphovenous bypass, chemotherapy, and lymph node transfer.

Surgeon

Dr. Stephen J. Hopkins is a Surgeon in Jackson, CA with special training and skill in performing surgical procedures within a wide variety of specialties. As a Surgeon, Stephen J. Hopkins, FACS, MD performs surgical operations to prevent or remedy illness, injury, or dysfunction relating to patient anatomy. Surgery is a medical specialty focusing on surgical operations performed as emergency or elective procedures. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Surgeons include appendicitis, heart disease, pancreatitis, traumatic injury, cancer, congenital birth defect, oral disease or dysfunction, gallbladder disease, kidney stones, chronic back, neck, or joint pain, chronic sinus infection, brain disorders, and eye injury or illness. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Surgeons include laboratory testing, surgical procedures, post-operative care, patient education, anesthesia administration, and pre-and post-operative medication prescription.

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

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  Doctor of Medicine (MD)

  Tulane University School of Medicine

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  Master of Science in Integrative Physiology (MSIP)

  Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

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  Bachelor of Science (BS)

  Lewis & Clark College

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  Member of the American Vein & Lymphatic Society / American College of Phlebology

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  Member of the American Venous Forum

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  Member of the American College of Surgeons

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  Member of the California Medical Association