Consult with our Board Certified Vein Surgeons in Los Angeles

Before you schedule your consultation with a vein surgeon...Ask the front desk who will be doing your screening ultrasound. If its anyone but your vein surgeon, consider scheduling an appointment with the leading vein center in Los Angeles...The Santa Monica Vein Center.

The vein surgeons at Santa Monica Vein Center specialize in the most minimally-invasive spider and varicose vein treatments. Unlike vein stripping surgery, newer techniques employ diagnostic ultrasound, infrared light, Veinlite imaging, and vein mapping to diagnose the function and anatomy of your vein circulation. With each exam, our surgeons will utilize the most applicable diagnostic tools for vein mapping in order to diagnose, manage, and plan your vein treatments. Vein mapping is performed for many vein treatments including EVLA, EVLT, VNUS Closure, Sclerotherapy, and Varithena. 

The diagnostic tools available for vein mapping in our Los Angeles vein treatment clinic include infrared, ultrasound, duplex, and Veinlite imaging. Most vein surgeons will not require CT Scans or MRI’s to diagnose and manage common vein problems associated with your legs and thighs. The tools will help our clinicians form a complete roadmap to the functionality of your veins. Most of the time, we will look at the size of the veins, how they are anatomically positioned within the tissue planes, and most importantly, how they function within the venous circulation. 

At the Santa Monica Vein Center, we pride ourselves in our advanced diagnostic and treatment technology. We use ultrasound vein mapping as a critical tool to ensure optimal outcomes for vein treatment. Patients that come into our office with spider and varicose veins will receive unparalleled support. Our surgeons are clinicians, researchers, and lecturers - and have the professional resources to advance your vein treatments with the latest peer-reviewed and published data. 

Tools for Vein Mapping and Varicose Vein Diagnosis

Ultrasound Evaluation of Your Veins by Your Vein Surgeon

The goal of your vein consultation is to establish a trusting and longlasting physician-patient relationship. Unlike other vein clinics, we believe that it is essential that your vein surgeon perform your initial vein mapping with ultrasound. After all, your surgeon will be doing your surgery and should understand your vein circulation first-hand. We are the leaders in vein health and vein treatments in Los Angeles. 

Our vein surgeons will evaluate your legs within the context of your medical history and current medical concerns. Based on the severity of your symptoms, age, medical condition, and quality of life; our clinicians will evaluate your candidacy for vein treatment. Co-morbidities, regardless of chronologic age, can increase your risk profile with vein treatment. We will discuss these variables with you before and during your consultation for treatment. 
The diagnosis of varicose veins is begun with a thorough and relevant examination of your skin quality, turgor, and circulation. We usually evaluate both vascular parts of your circulation, paying attention to both the arterial and venous circulation. We may then recommend vein mapping, which is composed of diagnostic tools to evaluate the veins under the skin. This may include ultrasound, infrared light, veinlite, duplex ultrasound, and compression testing. These tests will help our vein surgeons evaluate the size, structure, function, and blood flow of your veins. We may also examine vein valve function and evaluate your for venous reflux.
Venous Reflux and Venous Insufficiency
Medical vein conditions arising from a variety of circulatory problems including venous insufficiency, venous hypertension, and venous reflux. These conditions cause abnormalities in the outflow of venous blood back into the circulation. The condition may also increase the risk of comorbid diseases including deep vein thrombosis, superficial thrombophlebitis, and bulging varicose veins. We evaluate patients for venous reflux and venous insufficiency if there are physical signs of skin change in the legs, or if symptoms begin to affect quality of life. Vein symptoms include leg pain, throbbing, cramping, restless legs, swelling, and itching/burning in the legs. 
At the Santa Monica Vein Center, we provide advanced expertise in varicose vein diagnosis and management. Our comprehensive evaluations focus on your specific cosmetic and medical vein needs. We use vein mapping tools to ensure an accurate diagnosis and treatment planning for your varicose vein treatments. If you are considering varicose or spider vein treatment in Los Angeles, our cutting-edge and state-of-the-art vein facility can help you achieve your goals.