Improve the symptoms of varicose veins with this catheter-based procedure
This minimally invasive technique for the treatment of varicose veins uses heat to eliminate damaged veins. The goal is to improve circulation of the blood out of the legs and back to the heart. While it can improve your appearance, it also can eliminate symptoms such as pain, swelling, heaviness, fatigue, and itching in the legs.
Our vein program team are experts in using the latest minimally invasive techniques and will work with you to find the best treatment option to relieve pain and prevent complications.
What to expect during radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins
You may be given a sedative to help you relax, but you will remain awake throughout the procedure. A local anesthetic will be injected to numb the area in the leg where the doctor will insert a thin, flexible tube known as a catheter.
Your doctor will guide the catheter to the enlarged portion of the vein. The tip of the catheter will be heated, causing the vein to collapse and seal shut. The procedure will take about an hour, and you should be able to go home the same day.
Conditions
Varicose and spider veins occur when the veins near the surface of the skin become enlarged and twisted.
Tests
Arterial Duplex Ultrasound for Arms and Legs
Arterial duplex ultrasound uses Doppler and traditional ultrasound to assess blood flow in the arteries of your arms and legs.
Our providers
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Michael Alan Abramson, MD
Vascular Interventional Radiology & Interventional Radiology
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Vanessa R. Banks-Gonzales, ACNP-BC, MSN
Vascular Surgery
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Suzanne M Benn, FNPBC, MSN
Vascular Surgery
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Kristin Crawley, ACNP-BC, BSN, MSN
Vascular Surgery
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Yelena Game, PA
Vascular Surgery
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Erin M. Hanlon, MPAS, PA
Vascular Surgery
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John Harvey, MBCHB, MD
Vascular Surgery
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Lucy B Kupersmith, MD
Vascular Surgery
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Wendy S. Lobo, AGACNP-BC, DNP, MBA, MSN
Vascular Surgery
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Krystal C. Maloni, MD
Vascular Surgery
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Brittany Celina Montgomery, AGACNP-BC, MSN
Vascular Surgery
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Donna Yvonne Norris, FNPBC, MSN
Vascular Surgery
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Mark O'Brien Peeler, MD
Vascular Surgery
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Kyle B. Reynolds, MD
Vascular Surgery
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Lauren M. Storey, NP
Vascular Surgery
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Naren Gupta, MD
Vascular Surgery
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Our locations
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MedStar Health: Vascular Surgery at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital - Smyth Building
5601 Loch Raven Boulevard Smyth Building Ste 303 Baltimore, MD 21239
443-444-3435
MedStar Health: Vascular Surgery at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center
9101 Franklin Square Dr. MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center Suite 212 Baltimore, MD 21237
443-777-1901
MedStar Health: Vascular Surgery at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Road Northwest Pasquerilla Healthcare Center Building 4 Washington, DC 20007
877-367-2434
MedStar Health: Vascular Surgery at MedStar Harbor Hospital
3001 South Hanover Street Suite 216 Baltimore, MD 21225
410-261-8226
MedStar Health: Vascular Surgery at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center
18101 Prince Philip Drive Suite 5200 Olney, MD 20832
410-657-1947
MedStar Health: Vascular Surgery at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center
7503 Surratts Road Clinton, MD 20735
301-877-5637
MedStar Health: Vascular Surgery at MedStar St. Mary's Hospital
25500 Point Lookout Road Ste 200 Leonardtown, MD 20650
240-434-4022
MedStar Health: Vascular Surgery at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital - Calvert Street Building
3300 North Calvert Street First Floor Baltimore, MD 21218
410-261-8226
MedStar Health: Vascular Surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center - Physician Office Building
106 Irving Street NW Physician Office Bldg. Suite 3150 North Tower Washington, DC 20010
202-877-0456
Insurance
MedStar Health accepts most major health insurance plans. If you are uncertain as to whether your individual health insurance plan is accepted at MedStar Health, please call your insurance company.