San Diego’s Accredited Vein Clinic
• Varicose Veins and Spider Veins
• Restless Legs
• Leg Ulcers
• Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI)
• Fatigue and heaviness
• Leg Pain
• Blood Clots
• Swelling and Lymphedema
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)
- Leg Pain
- Cold Toes and Feet
- Calf Cramps with walking (claudication)
- Leg Numbness and Tingling
- Non-Healing Wounds
Leg pain can be an early warning of peripheral arterial disease. Read more to learn about signs and symptoms of PAD and early detection.
- Testicular Varicose Veins (varicocele)
- Pelvic Pain and Congestion
- Uterine Fibroids
- Knee Pain and osteoarthritis
- Geniculate Artery Embolization (GAE)
Vascular Laboratory provides precise diagnosis for the following conditions:
- Venous Insufficiency
- Venous Reflux
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Peripheral Arterial disease (PAD)
- Cartoid Artery Disease
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
*Same day ultrasounds may be available.
Call us to see. 858-550-0330.
How San Diego Top Doctors are Redefining Vein and Vascular Care
La Jolla Vein & Vascular brings together board-certified experts in Vascular Surgery and Interventional Radiology to provide the most advanced treatments for vascular disorders of the legs, feet and pelvis. Our award-winning physicians diagnose and treat a complete range of vascular disorders, including varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), chronic venous insufficiency, leg ulcers, May-Thurner, leg swelling, leg pain, peripheral artery disease (PAD), varicocele and vascular conditions specific to women such as pelvic venous congestion and uterine fibroids.
Accreditation Matters
La Jolla Vein & Vascular was one of the first dedicated vascular centers in Southern California to be awarded accreditation by the prestigious Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in 2018 in vein clinic and vascular testing. Accreditation by IAC means the facility has undergone a thorough review and has demonstrated a consistent commitment to patient care, safety and upholds the highest standards in vascular care.
Our non-invasive laboratory is located within our main clinic and at locations throughout San Diego, for greater convenience. Read more about the conditions we treat, our concierge-style approach to patient care and why we are San Diego’s leader in comprehensive vein and vascular care.
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Services We Provide
Our full-service vascular lab on-site provides state-of-the-art facility and testing so our physicians can can quickly and accurately address each patient’s unique case. Our certified vascular technologists have special expertise in conditions related to arteries and veins. We use painless, non-invasive imaging called ultrasound, to look at blood flow in the arteries and veins. Ultrasound is used to diagnose conditions such as venous insufficiency, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Call us to find out if same day ultrasound appointments are available, 858-550-0330.
Our accredited vein center treats the entire spectrum of vein disorders, including cosmetic spider veins to varicose veins and venous leg ulcers. We also treat complex deep vein conditions.
Symptoms of venous disease include:
- spider veins and varicose veins
- leg heaviness and fatigue
- swelling
- night-time restlessness and cramps
- skin discoloration around the ankle
- non-healing leg wounds and ulcers.
Read more about the vein conditions we treat.
We provide comprehensive, state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment for deep vein conditions of the lower body, including blood clots, called deep-vein thrombosis (DVT), and narrowing of the veins in the pelvis for long-term relief of leg pain and swelling.
Symptoms of blood clots in the legs include:
- pain and swelling (usually in your calf or thigh)
- red discoloration of the skin
- a heavy ache in the affected area
- hard, knot or rope that you can feel (superficial clot)
- warm skin in the area of the clot
- red skin, particularly in the lower leg
We can help restore blood flow in the legs due to Peripheral arterial disease (PAD). PAD refers to poor blood flow in the legs from a blockage in the arteries. Symptoms may include:
- muscle cramping with walking (usually in the calfs, thighs or buttocks)
- leg weakness or numbness
- ounds or sores on the foot or toes that do not heal or heal slowly
- discoloration of the skin in the foot
- dead tissue (Gangrene) or limb loss
We treat vascular conditions that affect women, such as uterine fibroids and pelvic congestion. Fibroids are vascular tumors of the uterus and pelvic congestion refers to varicose veins around the ovaries and associated symptoms. We treat both conditions without surgery, using embolization procedures. Learn more about how we treat fibroids and pelvic congestion. Symptoms include:
- heavy or prolonged periods
- bleeding between periods
- abdominal discomfort and/or fullness.
- pelvic pain
Pelvic Congestion Symptoms
- bulging veins in the labia
- pelvic pain or heaviness worsened by menstruation, after sex, prolonged standing
- worse with each pregnancy
A varicocele is the abnormal enlargement of veins in the scrotum, usually on the left side, which can cause pain, swelling, and reduced fertility. Read about the complications and signs of varicoceles. We specialize in varicocele embolization which is a minimally-invasive procedure that treats the varicocele by redirecting blood away from an enlarged vein in your scrotum.
Symptoms of varicocele include:
- male infertility
- a mass in the scrotum
- differently sized testicles
- a dull, aching scrotal pain or discomfort is more likely when standing or late in the day
We specialize in spider vein removal. Our practice has performed over 30,000 sclerotherapy treatments. Our clinic is one of only a few to also specialize in a painless spider vein removal procedure called, cryo-sclerotherapy. Signs and symptoms of spider veins include:
- clusters of fine, red or bluish blood vessels on the surface of the skin
- they can appear in patterns that resemble a ‘spider’ or ‘starburst’
- burning, itching or discomfort
- often found near the outer thighs, inner knees and ankles
We restore blood flow in the legs to heal wounds and ulcers caused by the poor circulation. Non-healing ulcers are most commonly caused by venous disease, arterial disease, and neuropathy. We treat the underlying cause for venous and arterial ulcers. Getting the correct diagnosis is essential in determining an effective treatment plan. At our facility, we specialize in ultrasound diagnosis that examines blood flow in the arteries and veins. Arterial leg ulcers require prompt treatment as a delay can result in amputation.
Characteristics of arterial ulcers include:
- non-healing wound usually on the foot, toes or ankle
- very painful
Characteristics of venous ulcers include:
- non-healing wound usually on the inner or outer ankle or lower leg
- may be painful
Some people who suffer from chronic knee pain related to osteoarthritis (OA) may be candidates for a novel procedure called, Genicular artery embolization (GAE), or embolization of the knee. The goal of this minimally-invasive procedure is to provide immediate and long term pain relief for patients by reducing the blood flow to the lining of the knee, known as the synovium. Tiny particles are injected through the catheter into these arteries, reducing the blood supply. This in turn reduces the inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, which alleviates the pain.
At La Jolla Vein & Vascular, we feel that vascular conditions deserve specialized care,
and you deserve a dedicated team of physicians and staff who understand your concerns.
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MEET OUR DOCTORS
Our specialists are not your average doctors. They train and teach other doctors, medical students, physician assistants, and empower and educate patients everyday with knowledge and choices. They lead clinical research studies and contribute to scientific journal and textbook publications. Our recent research made the cover of the “Journal for Vascular Ultrasound” in March, 2018.
Sarah Lucas MD, FACS, RPVI
Dr. Sarah Lucas, MD, FACS, RPVI is a board-certified vascular surgeon who has chosen to dedicate her practice to helping patients who suffer with venous and lymphatic disease. She is a graduate of the Duke School and the integrated vascular surgery residency of Georgetown University Hospital and Medstar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC.
Nisha Bunke, MD FAVLS, RPhS
Dr. Nisha Bunke was the first physician in the United States to complete fellowship training supported by the American Vein and Lymphatic Society (formerly known as the American College of Phlebology) in 2008 and is a diplomate of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic …
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La Jolla Vein & Vascular, formerly LA Jolla Vein Care is accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). IAC accreditation is a “seal of approval” that patients can rely on as an indication that the facility has been carefully critiqued on all aspects of its operations considered relevant by medical experts in the field of Vascular Testing and as a Vein Center.
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