Check out the story (Dompost Saturday 4 March 2017, page 10:  http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/health/89873130/laser-treatment-for-varicose-veins-offers-free-alternative-to-painful-stripping) on varicose vein treatments for severe cases at Wellington hospital. Richard Evans, head of department, talks about a new laser service for patients who meet strict criteria.