Vein Surgery Now Available in Niskayuna
Vein outpatient surgical procedures are now available at the Niskayuna Specialty Care Center at 1769 Union Street, in addition to the 391 Myrtle Avenue clinic in Albany.
“Patients appreciate the option to have their procedures close to home,” said Adriana Laser, MD, a vascular surgeon who leads the practice. “It is convenient for patients as they have their consultations, procedures, and follow-up care in one place—especially those in need of assistance with transportation.”
Dr. Laser offers care for patients with venous and lymphatic conditions. Same-day vascular procedures can treat leg swelling, venous ulcers, varicose veins, and spider veins by rerouting the blood flow away from the damaged vein causing the issue.
While patients can be any age or gender, pregnancy increases the risk of varicose and spider veins, due to the increased blood volume and pressure of the uterus. Dr. Laser said many patients also come from professions that involve long periods of standing—nurses, cashiers, and construction workers, for example.
Varicose and spider veins are not harmful, and for patients who are asymptomatic, no interventions are necessary. Some patients have itching, burning, cramping, or other pain, and elect to have the minimally invasive treatments.
Appointments for the Niskayuna office are available through MyChart’s open scheduling tool or by phone at 518-262-5640.