- 22285 N Pepper Rd Suite 105, Lake Barrington, IL 60010
- 847-277-9100
We never double book appointments!
Schedule Your ConsultationDr. Stephen Rivard is the Founder and Medical Director of Illinois Vein Specialists. He holds double Board Certification in Venous and Lymphatic medicine (the study of vein disease) and Emergency Medicine. Dr. Rivard is also Certified in Vascular Ultrasonography.
Kelly Banks began her career as a paramedic in the Emergency Department at Resurrection Medical Center. She later teamed up with Dr. Rivard in 2006 to begin an exciting and rewarding career in vein care and became Practice Administrator at Illinois Vein Specialists in 2009. Kelly has watched the practice grow into the top Vein Care Center in Illinois.
Julie is IVS' sclerotherapy specialist. She is a baccalaureate-prepared RN and graduate of Niagara University in NY. She has worked in acute and primary care pediatrics and received her CPN, BLS instructor, PALS and ACLS designations as well as IVS Sclerotherapy Certifications.
Gita specializes in Vascular Ultrasonography and is a Registered Vascular Technician (RVT). She has been a vascular technician for over 13 years and has extensive diagnostic experience.
Janelle has been with IVS for over seven years. She brings more than 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry mainly focused on coding, billing, and reimbursements. Janelle is knowledgeable and friendly.
We understand that when you choose a doctor you want to go to someone you know, like and trust, and honestly so do we. We do everything we can to teach our patients about the importance of vein health and specialize each treatment to get them back to living the life they love.
Our physicians are board certified in venous and lymphatic medicine. They have undergone specialized training to identify the root causes, properly diagnose symptoms, and perform the most effective procedures based on individual circumstances. Our entire team has the experience and understanding to heal and educate our patients suffering from vein disease, providing each one with a remarkable patient experience.
At Illinois Vein Specialists, we use state-of-the-art treatments like ultrasound-guided EVLT and sclerotherapy. Our treatments are safe, efficient, and non-invasive, with recurrence rates to below 5%! We have successfully treated over 10,000 patients since opening our doors. Our patients leave our office knowing that they can count on feeling, and living, better.
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Read MoreIllinois Vein Specialists opened in 2009 and has a staff of a dozen—physicians, medical technicians, ultrasound specialists, RNs, and administrative personnel, backed by state-of-the-art medical equipment and systems.
