Karen Mihalik
Self
Avon Lake, OH
As an expert in laser cosmetic treatment, Dr. Karen Mihalik offers several kinds of aesthetic surgery, including minimally invasive alternatives to traditional vein stripping surgery. One of these, the VNUS Closure procedure, is used to treat venous reflux disease, a condition that effects approximately 25 million Americans. Using this technique, Dr. Karen Mihalik has successfully treated patients with venous reflux disease at various stages of progression. Dr. Karen Mihalik uses the VNUS Closure procedure because of its high rate of positive outcomes and its immediate results, with the full benefits of the treatment apparent within one or two weeks. Dr. Karen Mihalik’s VNUS Closure patients typically report little or no scarring or bruising, and the procedure is covered by most major health insurance providers. Using a tiny, radio-frequency catheter 1.5 mm in diameter, Dr. Karen Mihalik targets only diseased veins and frequently only needs to use a local or regional anesthetic. In addition, Dr. Karen Mihalik offers many injectable cosmetic treatments, including Juvederm, used to smooth folds and facial wrinkles; Botox Cosmetic, which temporarily reduces frown lines; Restylane, a volume restorer; and Perlane, a skin plumping product that works by attracting water molecules. Through consultation, Dr. Karen Mihalik chooses the best course of treatment for each individual patient. Dr. Karen Mihalik also performs two types of liposuction: the VASER LipoSelection System and Cynosure SmartLipo. Both treatments are laser assisted, allowing Dr. Karen Mihalik to consistently achieve virtually scar-free results. In both procedures, fat is either liquefied or vaporized, leaving the surrounding tissue unharmed. Dr. Karen Mihalik has earned a reputation as one of the premier practitioners of these treatments and has repeatedly been invited to speak on her experiences. Operating clinics in Elyria and Amherst, Dr. Karen Mihalik was one of the first physicians to offer these specialized services in Ohio. Dr. Karen Mihalik has over 15 years of clinical experience.
