Care for Spider Veins at University of Colorado Hospital
Spider veins are a condition in which clusters of small veins near the surface of the skin become pooled with blood because of poor circulation. The blood makes the veins visible as fine, tangled clusters. Spider veins show up in the:
- Legs
- Ankles
- Thighs
- Face (occasionally)
Spider veins are a cosmetic issue and do not affect or endanger your health, but they can be removed.
Your Medical Team for Spider Veins
Dermatologist – a doctor who specializes in skin care
Primary care doctor – a doctor who provides initial care for a patient with a concern, ongoing care for a variety of conditions and referrals to specialists for patients who need additional care
Treatments for Spider Veins
Sclerotherapy
Your doctor may eliminate spider veins by injecting them with a saline solution that irritates the walls of the veins and creates scar tissue. Without a blood supply, the scar tissue disappears from view. Sclerotherapy may require several sessions.
How to Make an Appointment for Spider Vein Treatment
Dermatologists, internal medicine and family medicine doctors are qualified to treat spider veins.
Medical Practices Treating Spider Veins
Dermatology
Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora
(720) 848-0500
University Internal Medicine – Denver
Cherry Creek
(303) 372-3000
University Internal Medicine – Anschutz
Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora
(720) 848-2300
AF Williams Family Medicine Center
Stapleton
(720) 848-9000
University Family Medicine – Boulder
(303) 372-3800
University Family Medicine – Park Meadows
Lone Tree
(303) 372-3333
University Family Medicine – Westminster
(303) 372-3444