21st INTERNATIONAL MASTER COURSE IN PHLEBOLOGY, Riga (Latvia), December 6-7, 2019

Dear colleagues and friends!

On behalf of the Baltic Society of Phlebology I have the honour to invite you to Riga for the 21st International Master Course of Phlebology, that will take place in Riga from 6 – 7 December, 2019.

The main objective of the Course in question is to review and compare the most recent and progressive methods for the treatment of saphenous veins. The focus of the Course will be mainly placed on laser ablation and technical aspects of laser crossectomy. Additionally, throughout the Course a significant attention will be devoted for a thorough discussion of the best possible functional and aesthetic result with minimal risk of complications and further side effects by using different treatment strategies.

The Baltic Society of Phlebology are delighted and honoured that the invited faculty of the 21st International Master Course of Phlebology will be composed of high-level professionals, such as the Prof. Igor Zolotukhin, MD (Russia) - Executive Secretary of Russian Phlebological Association and Matvei Parikov, MD (Russia) - Leading Specialist of the St. Petersburg branch of the Innovation Vascular Centre and board member of the Baltic Society of Phlebology.

The aforementioned review of the background of the international board of faculty provides the participants with an opportunity to learn about the most successful and up-to-date ablation techniques from the world’s leading physicians specialising in the care of the varicose veins.

The two-day workshop will focus on the latest techniques: non thermal and thermal, as well as provide “tips and tricks” for the successful treatment of vein diseases.

The emphasis will be put on the learning efficiency by forming smaller groups of participants to ensure more opportunities for questions and further discussions.

On behalf of the Baltic Society of Phlebology I am looking forward to seeing you during the 21st International Master Course in Phlebology and welcoming you in Riga.

Prof. Uldis Maurins, MD

President, Baltic Society of Phlebology