What is the specialist called that treats varicose veins?

Vascular Surgeon: Vascular or general surgeons historically. However there are specialty clinics that have physicians of other specialties like er docs, family practice docs, and other various surgical specialists performing the procedure. They can be well qualified and as long as they have dependable backup to handle complications, should be safe.

Phlebologist: Often a vascular surgeon but there are also radiologists, dermatologists, general surgeons, plastic surgeons, family practice physicians and other disciplines who have received phlebology training.

Vein Specialist: The speciality of treating veins has evolved over the last 5 years. In 2008 there was established an american board of phlebology with board certification. Passage of this exam granted that person the designation of diplomate of the american board of phlebology. This board name was just changed to the american board of venous and lymphatic medicine. Dedicated vein specialists are members.

Vascular Surgeon: A specialist that is best qualified to treat varicose veins & other vein diseases is a board-certified vascular surgeon. They are the only vein specialist that has formal fellowship training in vein surgery & vein interventions. They have undergone 7 years of university surgery training. Any other doctor is not recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties as a certified vein surgeon.

Varicose veins: vascular surgeon or phlebologist dermatologist