International Patient Service · Taipei, Taiwan

Varicose Vein Treatment in Taiwan — Same-Day Evaluation & Minimally Invasive Treatment

Specialist-led duplex ultrasound and minimally invasive care in Taipei, with clear written treatment pricing, English-language support, and an individualized post-treatment assessment for your return journey.

Board-Certified Vascular Surgeon Same-Day Ultrasound & Treatment* Clear Written Treatment Pricing English Medical Documentation

*Same-day treatment is available when clinically appropriate after duplex ultrasound and physician assessment. Scheduling and treatment choice depend on your condition and appointment availability.

Plan your vein evaluation with greater clarity before you travel. Dr. Po-Jen Ko’s international patient service combines vascular specialist assessment, diagnostic ultrasound, and minimally invasive treatment planning in one coordinated pathway. You receive a written care plan and price scope before treatment, plus English-language records to support follow-up at home.

A Clear One-Day Care Pathway in Taipei

Your visit is organized around one specialist-led sequence. When treatment is suitable and can be completed safely on the same day, you may proceed without returning for a separate procedure date.

Six-step same-day care pathway: pre-travel review, specialist consultation, duplex ultrasound, written plan and price, same-day treatment when appropriate, and recovery with follow-up.
  1. 1 · Before you travelSend recent records, photos if appropriate, symptoms, medical history, medication list, and preferred travel dates for an initial coordination review. This is not a diagnosis.
  2. 2 · Specialist consultationMeet Dr. Ko for a focused history, examination, and discussion of your goals and travel plan.
  3. 3 · Duplex ultrasoundUltrasound is used to map venous reflux and determine which treatment, if any, is appropriate.
  4. 4 · Written plan and priceReview the recommended procedure, alternatives, expected recovery, package inclusions, exclusions, and total quoted amount before deciding.
  5. 5 · Same-day treatment when appropriateIf the clinical assessment, schedule, and consent requirements are satisfied, minimally invasive treatment may be performed during the same visit.
  6. 6 · Walk, recover, and follow upReceive post-treatment instructions, English documentation, a follow-up channel, and an individualized assessment of your onward travel plan.

Minimally Invasive Treatment Options

The right treatment depends on your ultrasound findings, anatomy, symptoms, medical history, and priorities. Dr. Ko will explain the appropriate options and why one may be preferred for you.

Educational diagram of minimally invasive varicose vein treatment options including catheter-based vein closure.

VenaSeal™ closure

A medical adhesive is used to close the selected diseased vein through a small catheter. Suitability is determined after ultrasound and physician assessment.

Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT)

Laser energy is delivered through a catheter to close the selected vein. Local anesthesia and aftercare needs vary by treatment plan.

Adjunct vein treatment

Visible tributary or surface veins may require an additional procedure or staged cosmetic treatment, depending on the clinical goal.

No treatment is recommended from a website form alone. A final plan follows in-person assessment and duplex ultrasound.

Clear Treatment Pricing Before You Travel

After duplex ultrasound and vascular specialist evaluation, you will receive a written treatment recommendation and quotation before proceeding. The final cost depends on the number of legs treated, the selected closure method, venous anatomy, and whether additional treatment is clinically required.

One leg

NT$100,000–170,000

Minimally invasive truncal vein treatment using EVLT thermal ablation or medical adhesive nonthermal closure, selected after ultrasound and assessment.

Both legs in one session

NT$140,000–250,000

Same-session bilateral treatment only when clinically appropriate after ultrasound and physician assessment.

Written quotation

Final amount after assessment. Identify included charges and any separately priced service before treatment. No undisclosed facility fees.

Fees shown are estimated treatment ranges effective July 2026. Before treatment, patients receive a written quotation identifying the planned procedure and included charges. Any clinically necessary additional treatment or separately priced service will be explained in advance. No undisclosed facility fees. Final cost is confirmed after duplex ultrasound and physician assessment. Currency is New Taiwan dollars.

English Support at Every Step

Example of English medical documentation types provided to international patients, with sensitive fields shown as mock content.

English-language coordination is available throughout the international patient pathway. International patients may request the following English medical documentation from the treating clinic:

  • English medical certificate
  • English treatment summary covering the diagnosis, treatment performed, and medical recommendations
  • Completion of other insurance-related forms that must be completed by the treating medical facility
  • Please provide insurer-specific forms before the appointment whenever possible
  • Document requirements and any applicable processing arrangements are confirmed by the clinic
  • Completion of documents does not guarantee insurance coverage or reimbursement

Returning to the United States After Treatment

Before departure, our team considers your post-treatment condition, planned flight duration, and individual risk factors. When appropriate, we provide English treatment documents and personalized travel advice to support follow-up with your physician at home.

Simplified route graphic showing the return journey from Taipei, Taiwan, to home, paired with a travel-readiness checklist.
Travel timing is individualized. A post-treatment assessment is not a guarantee that air travel is risk-free, and your plan may change if symptoms or clinical findings require further review. Seek urgent local medical care for emergency symptoms rather than relying on online messaging.

Before You Fly Home

  • Confirm the recommended observation and follow-up schedule.
  • Review walking, hydration, medication, wound care, and compression instructions when applicable.
  • Carry your English treatment summary and clinic contact information.
  • Know which symptoms require urgent medical assessment.
  • Arrange local follow-up if Dr. Ko recommends it.

Why International Patients Choose Dr. Po-Jen Ko

Your care is led by a vascular surgeon whose practice focuses on venous disease and minimally invasive treatment. Dr. Ko personally reviews the clinical findings, treatment options, and post-treatment plan.

Board-Certified Vascular Surgeon

Specialist-led venous care.

1,700+ VenaSeal procedures

As of July 2026.

100+ international lectures

Professional engagements as of July 2026.

Activity across 30+ countries/regions

As of July 2026.

PW Clinic - Taipei Daan Branch

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have an evaluation and treatment on the same day?

Possibly. Same-day treatment may be available when duplex ultrasound and physician assessment confirm that it is clinically appropriate, the required procedure is available, and there is enough time for informed consent and post-treatment observation. Some patients need further testing, staged treatment, or a separate visit.

What should I send before traveling to Taiwan?

Send your main symptoms, relevant medical history, current medications, allergies, prior vein procedures, recent ultrasound reports if available, and travel dates. Photos may help with coordination when requested, but they do not replace an examination or diagnostic ultrasound.

How is my treatment selected?

Dr. Ko uses your history, examination, and duplex ultrasound findings to explain suitable options, alternatives, expected recovery, and material risks. The final plan is made with you after the in-person evaluation.

How soon can I fly after treatment?

There is no single timing rule for every patient. Your planned flight, treatment, symptoms, medical history, and post-treatment findings must be considered individually. You will receive personalized advice after assessment; this is not a guarantee that flying is risk-free.

Will I receive English medical documents?

Patients may request an English medical certificate, an English treatment summary covering the diagnosis, treatment performed, and medical recommendations, and completion of insurer forms that must be completed by the treating medical facility. Please provide insurer-specific forms before the appointment whenever possible. Document completion does not guarantee reimbursement.

How much does treatment cost?

Estimated truncal treatment fees are NT$100,000–170,000 for one leg and NT$140,000–250,000 when both legs are treated during the same session. Treatment options may include EVLT thermal ablation or medical adhesive nonthermal closure. The final written quotation is provided after duplex ultrasound and physician assessment.

Will I need compression stockings?

Compression advice depends on the procedure and your clinical needs. Follow the individualized instructions given after your assessment rather than relying on a general website rule.

How does follow-up work after I return home?

You will receive a defined non-emergency contact channel and English documentation. Dr. Ko may recommend remote check-in and/or local medical follow-up depending on your treatment and recovery.

What if same-day treatment is not suitable?

You will receive an explanation of the findings and next steps. These may include additional tests, a staged plan, another treatment date, local care at home, or no procedure.

How do I start?

Send a review request with your preferred dates and basic clinical information, or contact the international patient team on WhatsApp. The coordination response is not a diagnosis and does not reserve treatment until the appointment is confirmed.

Plan Your Varicose Vein Evaluation in Taiwan

Tell us about your symptoms, previous treatment, available records, and travel dates. Our international patient team will help organize the next appropriate step.

Information on this website is general and does not replace individual medical diagnosis or treatment advice. Same-day treatment, procedure choice, recovery, and travel recommendations depend on physician assessment. If you may have an urgent medical problem, seek immediate local care.