Varicose vs. Spider Veins

How Do Varicose Veins Compare?

• Medical in nature, generally a symptom of a deeper, underlying issue in the venous system.
• Large, dilated, bulging veins protruding above the level of the skin, often looking like bluish rope underneath the skin. These bulging veins tend to be associated with symptoms of pain, heaviness, swelling, and aching in the leg.
• Following an initial consultation and ultrasound, varicose veins may be treated via in-office endovenous laser ablation. This is often in conjunction with ambulatory phlebectomy and endovenous chemical ablation, depending on the severity and source of the diseased veins.
• Treatment is typically covered by insurance if the patient is symptomatic or has had complications and the ultrasound shows venous reflux (backward flow of blood in veins).

Why Choose Premier Vein & Body by Schwartz?

When you choose Premier Vein & Body by Schwartz for your vein procedure, you will be working with an experienced physician who specializes in vein disease. Dr. Craig Schwartz is known as Kansas City’s “Original Vein Doctor” and the only triple board-certified vascular surgeon performing vein treatments in the area. Premier Vein & Body was founded in 2003 and was one of the first vein treatment centers in the Kansas City area. Dr. Schwartz is certified as an RVT (Registered Vascular Technician) and RPVI (Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation). These certifications are in venous ultrasound technology, ensuring the most thorough diagnosis and treatment of vein disease. With over 12,000 vein procedures performed, we’re confident that we can help you no matter what your vein condition might be.