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Texas Vein Care offers: • EVLT (Endovenous Laser Treatment) • Microphlebectomy • Sclerotherapy • Compression Therapy These noninvasive/minimally invasive office procedures are very safe, usually painless, and leave no scars. They typically provide immediate relief from varicose and spider veins and are approved by most insurance companies.
	Varicose Veins	Spider Veins
Varicose and spider veins are relatively common vascular problems. Many patients inflicted with varicose veins develop bleeding, clot formation, skin discoloration and skin ulcers. Others experience pain, the feeling of heaviness in their legs, or swelling. Many more simply do not like the appearance of varicose and spider veins.

What are varicose veins and spider veins? Varicose veins are enlarged veins that can be flesh colored, dark purple or blue. They often look like cords and appear twisted and bulging. They are swollen and raised above the surface of the skin. Varicose veins are commonly found on the backs of the calves or on the inside of the leg. Spider veins are similar to varicose veins, but they are smaller. They are often red or blue and are closer to the surface of the skin than varicose veins. They can look like tree branches or spider webs. Spider veins can be found on the legs and face. They can cover either a very small or very large area of skin. Causes of varicose and spider veins The heart pumps blood filled with oxygen and nutrients to the whole body. Arteries carry blood from the heart towards the body parts and veins carry oxygen-poor blood from the body back to the heart. Squeezing the leg muscles pumps blood back to the heart from the lower body. There are valves in the veins which prevent the blood from flowing backwards as it moves up the legs. They act as one-way flaps. If the one-way valves become weak, blood can leak down the vein and collect there causing a problem called venous insufficiency. Pooled blood enlarges the vein and it becomes varicose. Spider veins can also be caused by the backup of blood, hormone changes, inherited factors, and exposure to the sun.

Questions or Concerns? Call us, our friendly, professional staff is standing by to assist you. Whether it's to help set up an appointment, or to answer your questions, we are here for you. Dr.Hariz@TexasVeinCare.com Cistoni@TexasVeinCare.com Crissy@TexasVeinCare.com (972) 270-7500 Texas Vein Care

George M. Hariz, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Dr. Hariz is board certified in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Dr. Hariz is licensed in both Texas and New York and has practiced general & vascular surgery in Dallas since 1989.

Dr. Hariz has extensive knowledge and experience in evaluating and treating varicose veins, and has been treating varicose and spider veins for more than 28 years. He stays up to date on current advances in the treatment of venous disorders. He provides comprehensive vein treatment: Vein Laser (EVLT), Sclerotherapy and Microphlebectomy.

Dr. Hariz received his MD degree from the American University of Beirut in 1979. He trained in General Surgery at Yale affiliated hospitals in New Haven, Connecticut from 1982-1987. He then trained in Vascular Surgery from 1987-1989 at The Methodist Hospital-Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

Dr. Hariz is an active member of:

American College of Surgeons

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons

Texas Medical Association (TMA)

Dallas County Medical Society(DCMS)

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