Industry Brief: CHIVA Method Gains Traction in Central China as Regional Academic Event Advances Hemodynamic Collaboration
JINAN, APR. 19, 2025 — The CHIVA method for treating varicose veins—centered on the principles of hemodynamic preservation and flow correction—continues to expand its clinical presence in China. THE FIRST CHIVA SALON ON VARICOSE VEINS IN CENTRAL CHINA, hosted by Dr. Smile Vein Center Jinan under Dr. Smile Medical Group, brought together physicians and scholars from across the region for a focused discussion on clinical applications, international perspectives, and digital integration in venous care.
Academic Platform Named for CHIVA Founder
The event was held in the Claude Franceschi Lecture Hall, officially named with the authorization of Professor Franceschi, originator of the CHIVA technique. His guiding principle—“preserve structure, guide flow”—was referenced throughout the day’s presentations as participants explored the transition from traditional ablation models to function-preserving strategies.
Cross-Regional Attendance and Clinical Focus
The salon marked the first time the CHIVA academic series was held in central China, following previous editions in Shenzhen, Beijing, and Chengdu. Medical professionals from Shandong, Henan, Hebei, and Shanxi participated, including vascular specialists from Class A tertiary hospitals and specialized centers.
The program featured case-based discussions on moderate-to-severe varicose veins, post-operative recurrence, venous ulcers, and dermal pigmentation. Presenters emphasized the adaptability of CHIVA protocols in outpatient and hospital settings, as well as their value in reducing overtreatment.
International Dialogue and Digital Innovation
A video message from Dr. Zhang Qiang, founder of Dr. Smile Medical Group, highlighted plans for the first CHIVA Center in Manhattan, New York, which is currently under development. He reaffirmed CHIVA's positioning as both a surgical method and a treatment philosophy.
Additional video contributions from international experts explored implementation strategies, advances in diagnostics, and evolving techniques. Participants also engaged with VaricoSeek, an AI-powered consultation platform dedicated to varicose vein management. The global release of VaricoSeek Pro is scheduled to follow, with new multilingual features and personalized analytics.
Strategic Positioning and Future Outlook
Located at the convergence of northern China and the central plains, Jinan serves as a strategic node for regional medical collaboration. Organizers emphasized the salon’s role in accelerating the standardized training of hemodynamic approaches and deepening cross-provincial cooperation.
Dr. Lei Su, Director of Dr. Smile Vein Center Jinan, noted that CHIVA has become the center’s default protocol for eligible patients. “Our approach is guided by flow dynamics. Preserving venous function is no longer an ideal—it’s a clinical standard.”
Dr. Smile Medical Group reaffirmed its long-term commitment to expanding CHIVA practices globally, combining digital solutions with academic platforms to promote minimally invasive, personalized, and physiology-based vein care.