Vein Care
When you need vein care in the greater Washington, D.C., and Maryland area, trust the experts with Adventist HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute at Cardiac Associates and the Venous Health Centers’ accredited services. We have the region’s only dual-board-certified vein specialist and comprehensive treatment facilities. So, you can rest easy knowing the health of your blood vessels is in excellent hands.
Conditions We Treat
As the premier provider of vein care for three decades, Venous Health Centers offer unmatched treatment for everything from serious vascular diseases to cosmetic concerns. Some conditions we treat include:
- Chronic venous insufficiency
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Lymphedema
- May-Thurner syndrome
- Restless legs syndrome
- Spider veins
- Superficial vein thrombosis or phlebitis
- Varicose veins
- Venous ulcers
When to See a Vein Specialist
Certain symptoms can be a sign of serious vein disease. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us for relief if you experience:
- Burning and itching skin
- Leg heaviness, fatigue, and weakness
- Leg or ankle swelling
- Leg pain, aching, throbbing, or cramping
- Restless legs
- Skin changes or discoloration
- Ulcers, open wounds, or sores
Doppler Venous Ultrasound
When evaluating your vascular condition, your doctor may use this painless and simple ultrasound procedure to get a clear image of your veins. Our Rockville, Germantown, and White Oak locations are all accredited in vascular ultrasound by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission. That means our staff, processes, and facilities ensure high-quality care and accurate results.
Treatments & Services
Many different treatment options are available for your specific health concerns. Most don’t involve surgery. This means your procedure will usually be quick and easy to recover from, leaving virtually no scars.
Endovenous Laser Ablation
Also known as VenaCure, this minimally invasive procedure uses a very small laser fiber to seal a varicose vein closed. Then, blood flows around the unhealthy vein, improving overall circulation.
Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
To remove blood flow to diseased veins, your provider uses a tiny ultrasound device to seal the vein closed. You may feel immediate relief from symptoms such as swelling, twitching, and aching.
Microfoam Chemical Ablation
A doctor injects this special medical foam, called Varithena, into your varicose vein with a needle, sealing it closed. You can likely return to your activities the same day.
Micro-Phlebectomy
If your diseased vein needs to be completely removed, your doctor can create tiny incisions in the skin above your vein and pull some of the vein out of your body. Micro-Phlebectomy is painless (with anesthetic) and doesn’t scar. Your doctor may use it to remove any problematic veins after closure with another procedure.
Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy
This procedure combines ultrasound and sclerotherapy. The ultrasound shows your varicose vein while a doctor injects a special chemical into the unhealthy blood vessel, causing it to collapse and close.
VenaSeal™ Closure System
This medical glue seals up your diseased vein so blood can’t pass through it. Ask your doctor if insurance covers this procedure.
Noninvasive Treatment Options
Our board-certified vein care experts offer noninvasive and conservative treatment options when possible. You may benefit from:
- Compression therapy, such as compression socks
- Exercise counseling
- Recommendations for leg elevation and lifestyle changes
- Wound dressings
