Best Sclerotherapy of varicose veins doctors: TOP 18 doctors

• Dr. Ilker Zan uses foam sclerotherapy and ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy for varicose veins.
• He has trained and practiced in Turkey and several European countries.
• He is a member of the Turkey National Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Association.
• He is also a member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery.
• He has almost 15 years of experience in treating varicose veins.

• Dr. Eduardo Leal Villarreal specializes in sclerotherapy of varicose veins and uses laser treatment as a method.
• He has received international training in phlebology and lymphology in Mexico.
• He is certified in phlebology and lymphology by the National Polytechnic Institute.
• He has been a licensed medical surgeon from the University of Monterrey since 2007.
• He has more than 15 years of experience in minimally invasive venous treatments.

His extensive training includes qualifications that award him the specialisation in endovascular techniques relating to angiology, such as the certification to manage vascular laboratories and X- ray facilities with medical purposes granted by the Medical Physics Spanish Association, as well as numerous training positions in national and international medical centres and hospitals in France, the UK and the USA.

Dr Gallardo Pedrajas combines his medical practice with his teaching position as an Assistant in the Surgery Studies of the Malaga University and the European Society of Vascular Surgery (ESVS). He is also very active as a scientific researcher and proponent, with numerous research papers and projects being published in scientific journals of international reputation, and has been involved in more than 100 medical lectures and communications within his specialisation.

Professional experience

• Medical Residency in Angiology and Vascular Surgery, A Coruña University Hospital.( 2007-12).

• Consultant Doctor in Medicine, Angiology and Vascular Surgery, Santiago de Compostela University Hospital and A Coruña San Rafael Hospital (2012-15).

• Consultant Doctor in Medicine, Angiology and Vascular Surgery, Quirónsalud Marbella-Malaga Hospitals (2015-22).

• Head of the Angiology and Vascular Surgery Unit, Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital (2022- currently).

Member of Scientific Associations:

He is a member of the Board of Directors of the following:

American Cardiology JACC Journal and a revisor of the Board of Editors of JVET.

Secretary of the Andalusian Vascular Society and a member of the Committee of Directors of the Spanish Vascular Surgery Society (SEACV, in its Spanish abbreviation).

European Society of Vascular Surgery. A Professor of the ESVS Academy and Convenor for aorta and vascular access.

Vascular Surgery Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital has a team of specialists in Angiology and Vascular Surgery, supported by a nursing team with large experience and knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular diseases and their potential complications. This healthcare multidisciplinary approach helps us offer premium quality medical assistance to our patients.

The Angiology and Vascular Surgery Unit stands out for the implementation and development of technologically-advanced techniques in the comprehensive treatment of artery and venous diseases, with special interest in minimally- invasive endovascular treatments, not only to solve varicose vein issues, but also aneurysm and obstructive artery disease.

Our healthcare professionals deal with the prophylaxis, diagnosis and treatment of vascular diseases such as artery, venous and lymphatic disease. Each patient is taken through a process of individualised rapid and coordinated assessment.

Diseases, treatments, techniques and multidisciplinary units

Artery disease: endovascular or surgical treatment of aneurism or supra-aortic trunks occlusive disease; visceral, renal, aortic and limb arteries

• Venous disease: haemodynamic surgery and sclerotherapy of varicose veins
• Treatment of venous thromboembolism
• Lymphatic disease: diagnosis and treatment
• Artery-vein malformation: diagnosis and treatment
• Our hospital is a reference in the salvage of limbs (diabetic foot and critical limb ischaemia).

• Specializes in sclerotherapy of varicose veins using ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy.
• Has trained internationally, including at the University Hospital of Tübingen in Germany.
• Holds certification in vascular medicine.
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery.
• Fluent in English and German.

• Specializes in sclerotherapy of varicose veins using foam and liquid techniques.
• Has received international training through courses and seminars in the USA, Germany, and Italy.
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Holds a PhD and MD from Odessa National Medical University.
• Member of the All-Ukrainian Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.

Dr. Angel Radev is a leading Bulgarian angiologist. He specializes in minimally invasive treatments for venous diseases. Dr. Radev created the TASAR Cryo method (Tumescent Assisted Sclerotherapy with Augmented Reality). This method was ranked among Bulgaria’s top 20 most innovative healthcare projects in 2021. He is the only doctor in Bulgaria certified to perform the advanced CLaCS (cryolaser cryosclerotherapy) method for cosmetic veins. He received training in this technique from Prof. Kazuo Miyake in Brazil.

Dr. Radev graduated from the Medical University of Sofia in 2007. He obtained his angiology specialty in 2014 and also holds a master’s degree in Public Health. He has completed advanced training in phlebology and vascular diagnostics in Europe, the USA, and Australia. In 2019, he founded Varix Clinic, which is now the largest specialized venous disease center in Bulgaria.

He is a member of the American Vein and Lymphatic Society and other respected vascular organizations. Dr. Radev was included in the “40 to 40” ranking by DARIK radio for his significant contributions to medicine and society.

Education and specializations

• in 2012 he graduated as a master of medicine at the Medical University of Sofia - Sofia
• in 2013, after passing a competitive exam, she was enrolled as a specialist in vascular surgery at UMBAL "St. Ekaterina", Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
• in 2021 he acquired a specialty in vascular surgery
• certified specialist in ultrasound vascular diagnostics - 2022
• internship at Purpan University Hospital, Toulouse, France, Department of Internal medicine – 2009.
• internship at CHU Centrale, Nancy, France, Department of Internal medicine – 2011.

Practical experience

• 2013-2021 - specialization in vascular surgery at UMBAL "St. Ekaterina", Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
• 2021-2022 - vascular surgeon at UMBAL "St. Ekaterina", Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
• From 2022, he is part of the team of the largest clinic for minimally invasive treatment of varicose veins in Bulgaria "Varix Clinic" - venous laser center

Scientific and practical interests

• Application of modern minimally invasive methods for treatment of varicose veins
• Ultrasound diagnostics, prevention and treatment of arterial and venous diseases
• Wound treatmentof vascular origin
• Screening and prevention of atherosclerosis                                                          

Membership in medical organizations

• Member of the Bulgarian Medical Union (BLS)
• Member of the Bulgarian National Society of Vascular Surgery and Angiology
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS)

Education and specializations

• In 1999, he graduated as a Master of Medicine at the Medical University of Craiova, Romania
• He acquired a specialty in angiology in 2014 after specialization at UMBAL "St. Ekaterina" and MBAL "Tokuda"
• He has acquired a professional qualification in ultrasound vascular diagnostics at MU-Sofia since 2014.
• He has a professional qualification and a certificate for invasive angiology at the SU "St. Kliment Ohridski"
• He participated in many international congresses on angiology and vascular surgery in Bulgaria and abroad

Practical experience

• He has 5 years of experience as a general practitioner and 7 years of experience in the field of emergency medicine.
• He worked as an angiologist in the team of UMBAL "Ajibadem City Clinic - Cardiovascular Center" - Sofia from 2012-2021.
• He is a member of the commission for certification in ultrasound vascular diagnostics at SU "St. Kliment Ohridski"
• From 2021, he is part of the team of the largest clinic for minimally invasive treatment of varicose veins in Bulgaria "Varix Clinic" - venous laser center

Scientific and practical interests

• Ultrasound diagnostics, prevention and treatment of arterial and venous diseases
• Screening and prevention of atherosclerosis 
• Modern minimally invasive methods for the treatment of varicose veins

                                                         
Membership in medical organizations

• Member of the Society of Angiology in Bulgaria
• Member of the Bulgarian Society of Endovascular Therapy
• Member of the Bulgarian Medical Union (BLS)

Inpatient and outpatient care of surgical patients, as well as ultrasound diagnostics.

The physician treats and diagnoses the following diseases and conditions: appendicitis, volvulus, intestinal adhesions, gastric and peptic ulcers, cholecystitis; hernias of various types, including femoral, inguinal, umbilical, and anterior abdominal wall hernias; varicose veins; injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, and pelvis; anorectal conditions such as anorectal fistula, anal fissure, and anal polyp; diseases of the coccyx, including coccygeal cysts and pilonidal sinuses; cutaneous and subcutaneous infections such as carbuncles, abscesses, phlegmon, furuncles, and hidradenitis; as well as the treatment of atheromas, lipomas, hygromas, and ingrown nails.

• Dr. Uldis Maurinsh specializes in sclerotherapy for treating varicose veins.
• Uses foam sclerotherapy and ultrasound-guided techniques for precision and effectiveness.
• Has received international training in Germany, Switzerland, and the United States.
• Certified by the European Board of Phlebology.
• Member of the International Union of Phlebology.

Irina Shevchenko is a vascular surgeon and phlebologist at the MED CITY clinic.

Services provided:

• Sclerotherapy.
• Endovascular laser coagulation.
• Miniphlebectomy of varicose veins.
• Phlebectomy.

Education

• 2004-2009 – A.A. Bogomolets National Medical University, specialty: general medicine.
• 2009-2012 – Internship in surgery at the National Institute of Surgery and Transplantology named after A.O. Shalimov, Department of Vascular Surgery.
• 2012-2014 – Clinical residency in surgery at the National Institute of Surgery and Transplantology named after A.O. Shalimov, Department of Vascular Surgery.

Scientific activity

Since 2014 – research fellow at the National Institute of Surgery and Transplantology named after A. O. Shalimov, Department of Vascular Surgery.

Author of a number of scientific works published in Ukrainian and European scientific journals.

Membership in associations

• European Society of Vascular Surgeons
• All-Ukrainian Society of Vascular Surgeons.

Professional skills

Diagnosis of vascular pathologies:

• arterial (atherosclerosis, endarteritis, functional disorders, etc.) – venous (varicose veins, acute phlebothrombosis, post-thrombophlebotic disease);
  
• lymphovenous pathology.
  

Conservative treatment of vascular pathology, including:

• trophic ulcers of various etiologies;
  
• atherosclerosis;
  
• venous insufficiency.
  

Surgical treatment of vascular pathology:

• treatment of trophic ulcers of various etiologies and at different stages of the disease;
  
• sclerotherapy;
  
• phlebectomy at all stages of the disease (including cosmetic miniphlebectomy from punctures under local anesthesia);
  
• endovenous laser coagulation.
  

• Specializes in sclerotherapy of varicose veins, using techniques like injecting a solution into the vein to make it shrink, as well as endovenous laser coagulation and radiofrequency ablation.
• International training includes participation in conferences across Ukraine.
• Graduated with honors from National Medical University, recognized in the Golden Book of Honor.
• Certified in vascular surgery and phlebology.
• Member of several scientific and practical conferences on phlebology.

Dr. Francis Jeon is a board-certified thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon. He has broad experience in both clinical work and teaching. He completed his medical degree and residency at Soonchunhyang Medical University and Hospital. He later worked there as an instructor and outpatient professor.

Dr. Jeon has held leadership positions, including Auditor of the Korean Society for Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery from 2019 to 2021. He is also a member of WPATH. Since 2009, he has served as the representative at Evita Clinic. In 2011, the American Biographical Institute named him “Man of the Year in Medicine & HealthCare.”

• Chief physician of the clinic, candidate of medical sciences, vascular surgeon, general surgeon, ultrasound diagnostician, corresponding member of the International Academy of Education and Science of Ukraine.
• Graduated from the O. O. Bogomolets National Medical University with a degree in medical science.
• He defended his PhD thesis on the topic "Chronic critical ischemia of the lower extremities. Clinical and experimental study."
• The author of three patents for innovative inventions, has over 80 published works in Ukrainian and foreign scientific publications.
• Awarded by the Chairman of the Kyiv City State Administration for his significant contribution to the development of medicine. Participant in international conferences.
• Has experience working as a vascular surgeon abroad - Dubai Trauma Center, UAE (2007-2010).
• Main areas of work:
• diagnostics, treatment and prevention of progressive vascular diseases, treatment of thrombophlebitis, thrombosis, trophic ulcers, sclerotherapy for varicose veins, treatment of hemorrhoids, chronic ischemia of the lower extremities.

• Graduated from Lugansk State Medical University, Ukraine, specializing in surgery and cardiovascular surgery.
• Completed internships in surgery and cardiovascular surgery in Lugansk, Ukraine.
• Attended international conferences in Russia, France, and Spain.
• Uses ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy for varicose veins treatment.
• Licensed and certified in surgery and cardiovascular surgery.

• Specializes in sclerotherapy of varicose veins, using techniques such as injecting a solution directly into the vein to collapse it.
• International training includes studies in Ukraine and residency experience in Odessa.
• Member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES).
• Has many years of experience in minimally invasive phlebology.
• Member of the Odessa Association of Surgeons.

• Specializes in sclerotherapy using foam and liquid methods for the treatment of varicose veins.
• Completed medical education and internship in Kyiv, Ukraine.
• Attended courses on modern methods of endovascular surgery.
• Author of 34 scientific articles and holds more than 15 patents.
• Licensed in Ukraine, and a member of medical associations.