Are only phlebologists allowed to perform Foam Sclerotherapy?

I've seen the procedure advertised at medspas, and wondered who is qualified to perform it legally.

Answers from doctors (8)


More About Doctor David Green, MD

Published on Sep 27, 2021

Any licensed physician can administer Sclerotherapy. What is important is that the physician administering the treatment is one who is experienced in this procedure.

Answered by David Green, MD (View Profile)

Any licensed physician can administer Sclerotherapy. What is important is that the physician administering the treatment is one who is experienced in this procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Desert Vein Institute

Published on May 11, 2018

As long as the technician is a certified asthetician you should be OK. But best would be with a vascular surgeon that specializes in veins.

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Answered by Desert Vein Institute

As long as the technician is a certified asthetician you should be OK. But best would be with a vascular surgeon that specializes in veins.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Aug 20, 2010

Any physician can perform sclerotherapy and in some states nurses or PA'S can so this. However, a vein specialist should be the most experienced in this procedure.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Any physician can perform sclerotherapy and in some states nurses or PA'S can so this. However, a vein specialist should be the most experienced in this procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Feb 24, 2010

Ideally you should seek for a phlebologist, someone with the experience and training to perform those procedures. In experienced hands you have the best chance of optimal results.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

Ideally you should seek for a phlebologist, someone with the experience and training to perform those procedures. In experienced hands you have the best chance of optimal results.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Miller Vein

Published on Feb 23, 2010

It is best to be treated by a board certified phlebologist.

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Answered by Miller Vein

It is best to be treated by a board certified phlebologist.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Innovative Vein

Published on Feb 21, 2010

A physician should perform the procedure, but they do not have to be board certified in phlebology.

Answered by Innovative Vein (View Profile)

A physician should perform the procedure, but they do not have to be board certified in phlebology.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Heart and Vein Center

Published on Feb 17, 2010

Ideally you should seek for a phlebologist to perform those procedures.

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Answered by Heart and Vein Center

Ideally you should seek for a phlebologist to perform those procedures.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


The Kimmel Institute

Published on Feb 17, 2010

It varies from state to state.
The important issue is the qualifications and experience of the person who is treating you.
My advice is always to see a Board Certified Vascular Surgeon who specializes in venous disease, to treat a vascular problem.

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Answered by The Kimmel Institute

It varies from state to state.
The important issue is the qualifications and experience of the person who is treating you.
My advice is always to see a Board Certified Vascular Surgeon who specializes in venous disease, to treat a vascular problem.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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