Is your knee, hip or elbow playing up? Are you suffering with heel pain or not able to raise your shoulder? Do your wrists or ankles ache? Whether you have a short or long-term injury, just a slight niggle or a real pain in your joints, pain relieving Ultrasound Guided Injections could be for you. …
We are delighted that we are now official stockists of the exclusive Dr. LEVY Switzerland® range of skincare. Why is this so exciting? Well these products contain a revolutionary ingredient called ArganCell Activ that has been clinically proven to reverse some of the signs of ageing. As we get older our dermal stem cells become …
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We normally associate varicose veins with older, overweight people. But being slim and fit doesn’t mean you are exempt – even Olympic athletes have been affected! Varicose veins are caused by faulty valves. As you are probably aware, arteries take fresh, oxygenated blood around the body, while veins bring it back to the heart. Each …
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Varicose veins happen when the valves inside your leg veins don’t close properly. These valves help deoxygenated blood travel against gravity back to your heart and lungs. The valves are one way, so they open when blood is pushed up and close behind it to prevent it from falling back down – a bit like …
Throughout August we are offering treatment packages for the eyes and neck with award-winning Redensity1. These injectable skin boosters improve the hydration and density of the skin, diminish fine lines and give the complexion a youthful glow. The procedure is safe, effective and there is virtually no down-time. Read more about injectable skin boosters HERE. Bye-bye …
Micro-needling treatments at the Cooden ClinicMicro-needling is a minimally invasive aesthetic procedure to help rejuvenate the skin and is usuallycarried out on the face to treat a range of problems including: Wrinkles Acne scarring Enlarged pores Uneven texture and tone The treatment is carried out by a qualified medical professional using very fine needles to …
Concerned that your varicose veins may be bothersome on the flight or while you are away? Consultant Vascular Surgeon Mr Lal Senaratne from Cooden Medical Group’s Canterbury Clinic has some advice. Concerned that your varicose veins may be bothersome on the flight or while you are away? Consultant Vascular Surgeon Mr Lal Senaratne from Cooden …
May is skin cancer awareness month, a timely reminder to us all to protect our skin from the sun’s potentially harmful rays. Dr Suneeta Kochhar, skin specialist at Cooden Medical Group, has some advice. The sun gives off two types of ultra violet (UV) rays: UVB rays are those that burn and tan the skin, …
Varicose veins may look unsightly, but do they always need to be treated? Mr Bjorn Telgenkamp, a consultant vascular surgeon at Cooden Medical Group, explains why varicose veins can sometimes be more than simply a cosmetic problem. What are varicose veins? Varicose veins are bulging, dark coloured veins that usually appear on the legs. They …
Get your varicose veins treated before the summer Warmer, sunnier days are just around the corner, but if you have varicose veins you might also be dreading the prospect of baring your legs. It’s easy to conceal them in the winter with warm trousers and cosy tights but that’s not so easy when the sun …
Nobody can argue with that and we believe that there’s no better way to spoil your mum on Mother’s Day than to treat her to some Obagi Skincare products. Here’s a selection of our favourites which we are offering at a 10% discount throughout March. The Ultimate Moisturiser Obagi Hydrate Luxe as the name suggests is …
It might still be cold and grey outside but the days are starting to get longer and lighter. When the sun does put in an appearance, don’t be fooled by the mildness of its rays as while they may not be strong enough to tan, they can still damage your skin. “Protecting your skin from …
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The clinic is run by consultant vascular surgeon Mr Bjorn Telgenkamp who is the chairman of the Sussex Diabetic Foot Steering Group. He explains more about the service. Who will benefit from this new service in Bexhill? I treat patients with a range of venous problems, but my clinic at Cooden Medical Group is for …
Whether you look forward all year to the festive social season or are relieved when it’s all over, you will enjoy Christmas parties much more if you are confident about the way you look. Wearing a flattering but comfortable dress and getting a blow dry by your favourite hairstylist will boost your confidence levels but …
Celebrity skin treatments now available at The Cooden Clinic Aunique “red carpet” skin treatment developed in Beverly Hills is now available at The Cooden Clinic. Called the Stimulator Peel, it is a very mild chemical peel that instantly brightens the skin, reduces the appearance of lines and wrinkles, evens pigmentation and improves the skin’s texture …
Autumn is one of the loveliest months and has a lot to recommend it – the trees turning red and gold, cosy evenings by the fire and the children going back to school! You might be thinking now is a good time to get back into your fitness regime, lose a few pounds or update …
It’s natural to want to look your best and nowadays there are treatments galore that can help improve your appearance. Non-surgical procedures that minimise the signs of ageing are growing in popularity with both women and men and are readily available. But how do you know that your practitioner has the experience and expertise to …
Gynaecological problems can be worrying and really affect how you live your day-to-day life, but many women are reluctant to ask a doctor for help, sometimes from embarrassment or fear and sometimes because they feel they just need to get on with it. Cooden Medical Group’s consultant gynaecologist Miss Mini Nair talks about some of …
Holidays are where memories are made so it’s natural to want to look your best. But if you feel that nature could do with a helping hand, then now might be the time to look into what’s available. Dr Katherine Dickinson, aesthetic physician at the Cooden Medical Group, said: “We offer a whole spectrum of …
The days are rapidly getting longer and lighter and as the weather warms up it’s time to put away the thick jumpers and woolly tights and get out the summery shorts and skirts. But what do you wear if you are self-conscious about your legs? A common source of anxiety is varicose veins. These are swollen …
Cooden Medical Group is delighted to sponsor the Excellence in Innovation category of the Women in Business Awards for a second year running. Beverly Moore, the Operations Manager, explains why supporting Women in Business is important for Cooden Medical Group: “Many of our patients are women who own or work in local businesses. They come …
While some women claim to “breeze” through the menopause, for many others it’s a much more difficult journey. As well as having uncomfortable physical symptoms, you may also find that you are less resilient to criticism, start to lose confidence in work or social situations and get cross at your children or partner for things …
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Menopause usually takes place between the ages of 48 and 55 but symptoms can start happening several months or years before your periods stop for good. This is known as the perimenopause. You may get a clue that you are entering the perimenopause if the pattern of your periods starts to change. They usually become …
Having varicose veins can make you self-conscious about exposing your legs but it doesn’t have to be like that. Until relatively recently if you had varicose veins you had two options – you either put up with them or you went into hospital for a major operation. Nowadays, thanks to advances in keyhole and laser surgery, getting …
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Should I have HRT? This is one of the most frequently asked questions by women going through the menopause. While there’s no stock answer as every women is different, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is undeniably the most effective way of managing the unpleasant symptoms of menopause and has helped many women get through a difficult …
The team at Cooden Medical Group are delighted to congratulate Beverly Moore, our operations manager, who was the runner up for Mentor of the Year in the Business Women Excellence Awards. She was presented with the award at a ceremony at the Hilton Metropole in Brighton on Friday, November 24. Beverly joined Cooden Medical Group …
We tend to associate varicose veins with a person of a certain age, possibly carrying a bit more than they should and probably more comfortable on a couch than in the gym. But this is not the case at all. Our patient Claire Moor knocks these stereotypes right out of the water: She is young, slim, fit …
Until relatively recently if you had varicose veins you had two options – you either put up with them or you went into hospital for a major operation. Nowadays, thanks to advances in keyhole and laser surgery, getting rid of varicose veins is a lot more convenient. Cooden Medical Group’s Dr Mo Faris talks about two of …
Beverly Moore, our operations manager has been named as one of the finalists for Mentor of the Year in the Business Women Excellence Awards. She has been selected for her leadership skills and the positive impact she has had on the business. Beverly joined Cooden Medical Group in May 2016 and during the last 17 …
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The menopause used to be something of a taboo subject, coyly referred to as “the change”. But celebrities like Zoe Ball and Meg Mathews talking openly about their experiences will hopefully encourage more women to stop suffering in silence. Mini Nair, our consultant gynaecologist, says women don’t need to grit their teeth and put up …
This week is National Eczema Week, initiated by The National Eczema Society to inform and support people with eczema Eczema is a skin condition where patches of skin become dry and scaly, irritated and usually very itchy. It is very common, particularly in babies and young children but some people have it throughout their lives. …
Vascular disease is the collective term for diseases that affect the arteries, veins and lymphatics. It is a common as heart disease and cancer and accounts for some 40% of deaths in the UK. Arterial diseases include: peripheral vascular disease, aneurysmal disease, carotid disease, strokes, leg ulcers Venous diseases include: VARICOSE VEINS, leg ulcers, deep vein …
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We sometimes have patients who come into the clinic asking about treatments for their varicose veins but on examination, it turns out that they have spider veins. We thought it would be helpful to explain the differences between the two. Let’s start with the veins themselves. These are blood vessels that carry blood from the …
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Warm seas, sandy beaches and long lazy days in the sun – who doesn’t love a holiday? But the prospect of baring a little more flesh than usual often prompts a flurry of enquiries about varicose vein treatments. We thought it would be interesting to share some questions from patients and the answers provided by …
Dr Suneeta Kochhar, skin specialist at Cooden Medical Group, shares some advice on looking after you skin in the sun We’ve been enjoying some lovely warm weather in East Sussex this year and with holiday season fast approaching, many people will be looking forward to time off in the sun. But whether you are planning …
Varicose veins may look unsightly and make us feel self-conscious but do they always need to be treated? Cooden Medical Group’s vain expert, Dr Mo Faris, explains why varicose veins are not always just a cosmetic problem. What are varicose veins? VARICOSE VEINS are bulging, dark coloured veins that usually appear on the legs. They can …
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Looking after Hearts and Minds and Veins! All Health Matters deliver occupational health services to both local and national companies. They have announced the addition of a Cardiac Screening Facility, Vein Clinic and Mental Health Services at their new centre in Orchard Street, Canterbury. Cooden Medical Group is operating from the Vein Clinic, providing bespoke …
It’s a commonly held belief that varicose veins only affect women of a certain age, so nothing for men to worry about, right? Actually, wrong – men get them too. Varicose veins develop when the small valves inside the veins stop working properly. In a healthy vein, blood flows smoothly to the heart and is prevented …
We are delighted to welcome Dr Suneeta Kochhar to the Cooden Medical Group. Suneeta has joined us to provide specialist skin treatments, including mole and skin tag removal. She will also carry out some aesthetic procedures. Suneeta is a local GP from Bexhill. She has a special interest in dermatology – the treatment of skin …
aricose veins are very common but treatments are rarely available on the NHS. If you are thinking about having your veins treated then you will probably need to go to a private medical clinic to see a Vascular Surgeon or Vascular Interventional Radiologist, like our Dr Mo Faris, here at the Cooden Medical Group. Wherever …
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Summer is just around the corner and for many of us that means garden parties, barbeques and weddings. Summery social occasions are a chance to dress up – perhaps even buy a new frock! But what do you wear if you are self-conscious about your legs? A common source of anxiety is varicose veins. These are …
There’s quite a few misconceptions about varicose veins – how they occur, how they are treated and who gets them – not just older people by the way! So here’s our vein expert, Dr Mo Faris, to put a few myths to bed. Myth #1: Young people don’t suffer from varicose veinsWhile problem veins are …
A new medical facility to treat patients with varicose and other problem veins is opening in Canterbury in February. The Canterbury Clinic is part of Cooden Medical Group which is led by Dr Mo Faris, a consultant in vascular and interventional radiology. He opened the first vein clinic in Bexhill, East Sussex in 2013 and is …
Here at THE COODEN MEDICAL GROUP we understand that the path to healthy, smooth skin can be fraught with all sorts of issues, from wrinkles, scars, spots, to stretch marks, problematic veins, eczema and excess hair. These are all irritating but all very treatable by our experts here at the clinic. There are however, some skin complaints …
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Hair loss (aka alopecia) is a very emotive topic and for good reason. Our hair is fundamental to how we view ourselves; it is firmly attached to our self-image, so it figures that when if we start to see hair falling and thinning it can be devastating and in severe cases, life altering. Hair loss can …
Spring is a time for regeneration, renewal and fresh approaches, so what better time for THE COODEN MEDICAL GROUP to bring you some very exciting news! Throughout winter the Sussex based medical clinic has been busy improving their offering to ensure they provide clients with the most up-to-date TREATMENTS available, carried out by a team …
Every mum deserves to feel and look her best – and maybe also a few years younger! Whatever her age, nothing makes a woman feel better than having fresh, clear, dewy skin; however there are so many factors that work against this, from stress to lack of time. We all know that if we look …
Here at The Cooden Medical Group we specialise in the most up-to-date vein procedures available anywhere in the UK. We understand that for whatever your reason for having vein treatment; either aesthetic or medical, the first step is never an easy one to take, for many reasons. To take this first step easier, we would like …
We provide treatments for patients right across East Sussex from our clinic in Bexhill.
From Brighton and Eastbourne in the West all along the coast to Hastings and Rye. We have helped hundreds of people.
