Welcome to Saltzer Vein Clinic!

Whether treating a patient with small, unsightly spider veins, large varicose veins, or patients with venous ulcerations and wounds, Saltzer Vein Clinic is dedicated to providing specialized care to each individual, using safe and innovative technology that results in normal circulation which provides healthy, functional and attractive legs.

Your care will be provided by a Board Certified Surgeon, Certified Physician Assistant and our dedicated Vascular Ultrasound Technicians.

About Dr. Steven Williams, MD, FACS:

Dr. Williams was born and educated in Texas and moved to Idaho to join Saltzer Medical Group in the summer of 2002. He attended medical school at the University of Texas, graduating in 1997 and then underwent specialty training including a five year surgical residency at the University of Texas Galveston Medical Branch. He is board certified in the practice of surgery by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Williams was initially recruited to the area to fill a need for general and vascular surgery. In 2004, Dr. Williams started the Saltzer Vein Clinic to treat venous disorders and varicose vein problems. As of 2008, Dr Williams has personally performed over 200 venous ablation procedures.

Vein Treatments:

After a comprehensive evaluation that includes an ultra-sound examination of the veins, our vein specialists will determine the optimal treatment for each patient's needs.

• VNUS Reflux Exams and Treatments
• VNUS Closure Procedure
• Ambulatory Phlebectomy
• Sclerotherapy
• Laser Endovenous Ablations
• Laser Spider Vein Treatment

The Closure Procedure

The VNUS Closure Procedure, an alternative treatment option to traditional vein stripping surgery, brings state-of-the-art technology to an age-old disease.  Patients who undergo the Closure procedure typically achieve the following results and resume normal activities within a day.

• Relief of symptoms
• Resume normal activity within a day
• Outpatient procedure
• Local or general anesthesia
• Good cosmetic outcome with minimal to no scarring, bruising or  swelling

Spider Veins

Spider veins, medically known as telangiectases are dilated capillary veins less than 2mm. in diameter. They are small blue to red appearing blood vessels that lie close to the surface of the skin and occur either in lines or web-like patterns. They are usually visible on the legs but sometimes are visible around the nose and lips and are commonly referred to as "broken veins". While they can ache, burn or itch now and then, they are usually not symptomatic. Spider veins are not harmful and are simply unsightly.

Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are ropy appearing blue vessels under the skin, usually ½ inch or larger in diameter. Varicose veins are unsightly and often painful. Beside the visible symptoms, physical symptoms are tiredness, restless legs at night, heaviness in the leg, pain, aching, itching, throbbing & swelling, burning or a cramping sensation.

Ambulartory Phlebectomy

Ambulatory phlebectomy is a method of surgical removal of surface veins. This is usually completed in our office using local anesthesia. Post-operative discomfort is minimal. After the vein has been removed by phlebectomy, a bandage and/or compression stocking is worn for a short period.

Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is a cosmetic medical procedure used to treat varicose veins and spider veins. A tiny needle is used to inject a solution directly into the vein. The solution irritates the lining of the vessel, causing it to swell and stick together, and the blood to clot. Overtime, the body will absorb the treated vein. Mild discomfort may occur, and a cramping sensation may be felt for 1 to 2 minutes when larger veins are injected.  Anywhere from one to several sclerotherapy sessions may be needed for any vein region. Medically prescribed support hose and/or bandages may need to be worn for several days to several weeks to assist in resolution of the veins. In general, spider veins respond to treatment in 3 to 6 weeks, and larger veins respond in 3 to 4 months.