Weill Cornell Vascular is a center dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of vascular disease, specializing in the treatment of venous disorders and uterine fibroids. We utilize the most advanced diagnostic equipment and our staff has expertise in the most current methods available for treatment of varicose and spider veins. Recognizing that each individual's needs are different and each case is unique, the physicians of Weill Cornell Vascular will determine the best treatment plan for you. Our goal is to make your experience as pleasant and successful as possible.

Jason G. Funderburk, M.D.

Dr. Funderburk is the Chief of Vascular and Interventional Radiology and Assistant Professor of Radiology at Weill Cornell Medical College.  He was valedictorian and graduated summa cum laude from Louisiana Tech University in 1995.  In 1999, he completed his M.D. at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans with the distinction of being admitted to Alpha Omega Alpha  Dr. Funderburk began his training as an Otolaryngologist/Head and Neck Surgeon at the University of Connecticut Health Center.  Eventually, Dr. Funderburk transitioned into Radiology at The Hartford Hospital where he completed a residency in Diagnostic Radiology.  Following residency, he completed a fellowship in Vascular and Interventional Radiology at Baptist Cardiac and Vascular Institute (formerly, Miami Vascular Institute) under the guidance of Dr. Barry Katzen.

Dr. Funderburk achieved Board Certification in Diagnostic Radiology from the American Board of Radiology in 2005 and a Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Vascular and Interventional Radiology in 2007.  Dr. Funderburk also holds a Masters in Business Administration from The Stern School of Business at New York University where he focused on Entrepreneurship and Innovation.  He is recognized as an expert in practice development and is currently distinguished as one of the youngest division chiefs in the country. 

Dr. Funderburk’s current  areas of interest  are in venous insufficiency, minimally invasive aesthetic therapies, and minimally and non-invasive oncologic therapies.  Procedures in this area include endovenous laser ablation (EVLA), ambulatory phlebectomy, sclerotherapy, chemoembolization, radioembolization, radiofrequency ablation ( RFA), and cryotherapy.

Neil Khilnani, M.D.

Dr. Neil Khilnani joined the faculty at Cornell in 1992 after he completed his training in Radiology and subsequently in Interventional Radiology at The Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center and The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University.  He received his Bachelors degree in Bioengineering from Princeton University and his MD from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. After an Internship at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, he completed a residency in Radiology at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center where he served as Chief Resident in his final year. He received additional sub-specialty fellowship training in Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center prior to joining the faculty at Cornell. He has been a member of the Division of Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology at the New York Presbyterian Hospital since 1992. He is an Associate Professor of Clinical Radiology at the Weill Medical College of Cornell University. He is also on Faculty at the College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University.

Dr. Khilnani's clinical and research interests include the minimally invasive treatment of varicose veins and uterine fibroids. Using advanced techniques such as endovenous laser ablation (EVLT), sclerotherapy and microphlebectomy, most varicose veins can eliminated without the need for surgery. These treatments are performed in an outpatient office setting without the need for anesthesia and with essentially no recovery period. He is a member of the Society of Vascular and Interventional Radiology and of the American College of Phlebology. He also serves on the Education Committee for Venous Diseases in both of these societies.  Dr. Khilnani has his office at Cornell Vascular located at 416 East 55th Street.  To schedule a consultation please call (212) 752-7999.

Endovenous Laser Treatment (EVLT)

One excellent alternative to ligation and stripping is endovenous laser treatment, known as EVLT. EVLT is a minimally invasive technique performed in the office with only local anesthetic, with little to no scarring, and a shortened recovery period. This procedure was developed by physicians at Weill Cornell Vascular who have performed more of these procedures than any other physicians in the world.

Microphlebectomy

Ambulatory microphlebectomy is a minor surgical procedure that can be used to remove some large varicose veins. This procedure can be performed in the office using local anesthesia. The veins are removed in segments through tiny incisions. No stitches are necessary and scars are barely visible in most cases.

Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is performed as an in-office procedure and should cause only minimal discomfort. Following treatment, you can return to your normal daily activities. Elastic bandages or support stockings may need to be worn during the daytime for a few days, which will aid in the closure of your veins.

Conservative/Medical Therapy

Conservative Therapy

The most common type of conservative treatment is wearing graduated compression stockings (tighter at the ankle than the thigh). Although such measures may not rid your legs of existing varicose and spider veins, symptoms associated with vein problems can be greatly improved by wearing support stockings. Conservative treatment is well suited for women who are pregnant or for those who are unable to undergo medical therapy due to advanced age or illness.

Medical Therapy

For many people, merely slowing the progression of varicose or spider veins will not be enough. If you fall into this category, many corrective forms of treatment described at the left are available to improve both the cosmetic appearance of your legs as well as alleviate associated symptoms.

Laser Treatment

A variety of laser and light source therapies are currently available. Although many lasers have been highly effective in the treatment of facial spider veins, laser treatment of spider veins on the legs has proven to be more challenging. Currently, compression sclerotherapy remains the treatment of choice for removing most unwanted leg telangiectasia, with lasers offering a complementary treatment modality in only a select group of people.

Uterine Fibroids
 
Fibroids are benign growths arising from the uterus. They are a common cause of heavy menstrual bleeding and pelvic pain and pressure. Several treatments are available, including new minimally invasive options.