Sclerotherapy or Laser for Spider Veins?
Board Certified Vein Specialists with Advanced Techniques
Santa Monica Vein Center is a comprehensive vein treatment clinic directed by two board-certified vein surgeons who are experts in the managemnet of spider veins, varicose veins, vein disease, lymphedema, and vein ulcers. Our accredited surgery center, diagnostic lab, and clinic are centrally-located in Santa Monica.
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian is a leading expert in the treatment of varicose veins and is double board-certified as a Diplomate of the American Board of Vein and Lymphatic Medicine and the American Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. This unique distinction places him in a well-positioned category as a microsurgery expert and vein surgeon. He holds clinical privileges in Plastic Surgery at Providence St. John’s Hospital in Santa Monica and treats patients with vein disease, including spider and varicose veins, at the Santa Monica Vein Center. Dr. Karamanoukian also actively engages in clinical research with faculty and students of the UCLA School of Medicine.
Our surgeons are experienced in the management of complex vein problems, deep vein disease, superficial thrombophlebitis, lipedema, varicose veins, spider veins, and venous health. If you are among the forty million healthy men and women in the United States who suffer from venous disease, schedule a consultation in our office.
The Santa Monica Vein Center offers:
- Specialization in medical and cosmetic vein problems, including varicose veins, spider veins, and leg edema.
- Diagnostic testing using vein mapping techniques, infrared vein testing, and ultrasound duplex scanning of the legs.
- FDA-Approved Sclerotherapy options
- FDA-Approved endovenous laser treatments for varicose veins
- Surgical Accreditation with Quad A
- Two Board-Certified Vein Surgeons
Vein Problems Treated:
- Spider Veins (Cosmetic and Medical)
- Varicose Veins (Cosmetic and Medical)
- Vein Ulcers
- Lymphedema or Lipedema
- Uncomfortable leg problems including leg pain, itching, burning, restless legs, and open wounds.
Treatment Options for Spider and Varicose Veins
- Laser Spider Vein Removal
- Endovenous Laser Therapy
- Vein Surgery
- Vein Stripping
- Ultrasound evaluation for blood clots
- Thrombophlebitis Treatment
- Ambulatory Microphlebectomy
- Varithena
Treatments in our clinic are provided by our two board-certified vein specialists who work closely with vascular experts across the country to provide you with exceptional care in vein treatment.
Candela Vbeam Laser - Non-invasive and Advanced Spider Vein Removal
For those seeking an alternative to spider vein sclerotherapy injections, we have laser vein removal solutions. The Candela Vbeam laser is an advanced laser treatment that is developed to eliminate unwanted spider veins with surgery or painful injections. The treatment is available at the Santa Monica Vein Center on Montana Avenue. Laser spider vein removal works to destroy unwanted spider veins and blood vessels on the skin.
There are many benefits to laser spider vein removal and some patients refer to this technique as laser sclerotherapy for spider veins. This needle-free option is quick, effective for facial and leg spider veins, and performed in our dedicated vein vascular center in Santa Monica.
If you are concerned that spider veins may come back after laser sclerotherapy, you will be glad to know that our laser protocols are longlasting. Recovery time is often much quicker with laser vs. sclerotherapy injections.
The Santa Monica is dedicated to the highest level of advanced Vein care. We are an established vein clinic in Los Angeles and offer cutting edge laser and surgery for varicose and spider veins.
Varithena in Santa Monica and Los Angeles
Varithena® is a cutting-edge, FDA-approved injectable foam treatment used to treat varicose veins caused by venous insufficiency. At the Santa Monica Vein Center, board-certified vein specialist Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian offers Varithena as a safe, effective, and minimally invasive option for patients seeking relief from uncomfortable and unsightly leg veins in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, and surrounding areas.
Varithena works by delivering a microfoam sclerosant directly into the affected vein under ultrasound guidance. The foam displaces blood within the vein, causing the vein walls to collapse and close. Over time, the body naturally absorbs the treated vein. Unlike traditional vein surgery, Varithena does not require incisions or general anesthesia, allowing patients to walk immediately after the procedure and return to normal activities quickly.
This treatment is ideal for patients with bulging varicose veins, aching legs, swelling, and heaviness associated with saphenous vein reflux. Dr. Karamanoukian uses Varithena to treat veins that may be too twisted or inaccessible for endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) or radiofrequency ablation (RFA). When combined with other vein therapies, including EVLT and sclerotherapy, Varithena enhances results and ensures long-term relief.
At Santa Monica Vein Center, every patient undergoes a detailed consultation and duplex ultrasound exam to determine the most effective treatment plan. Dr. Karamanoukian, who is board-certified in both plastic surgery and venous & lymphatic medicine, brings unmatched expertise and precision to every procedure.
Whether you're experiencing symptoms or seeking cosmetic vein improvement, Varithena offers a fast, comfortable, and effective option for vein care. Contact Santa Monica Vein Center to schedule a consultation with Dr. Karamanoukian and learn how Varithena can help you achieve healthier, more beautiful legs.
Schedule a Consultation at the Santa Monica Vein Center
Schedule an appointment for spider or varicose vein treatment by calling the Santa Monica Vein Center at (310) 998-5533. Make an appointment with Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian or Dr. Hratch Karamanoukian; our two board-certified vein surgeons.