Who is the best doctor for sclerotherapy in Astoria?
Dr. Shaun Cole, a board-certified physician in internal medicine, performs sclerotherapy and other ultrasound-guided vein treatments to close diseased veins and restore healthy blood flow. These procedures are gentle and efficient, allowing patients to return to normal activities the same day.
You can find Dr. Shaun Cole at our Astoria clinic, located at 23-25 31st Street, Suite 410, Astoria, NY 11105, near Astoria Park and the 30th Avenue station (N/W lines).
Who is Dr. Shaun Cole?
Your next Vein Doctor in Astoria
Dr. Shaun Cole completed his internship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN and subsequently trained in emergency medicine and internal medicine at Yale University School of Medicine.
He is board certified in internal medicine and board eligible for venous and lymphatic medicine.
He earned his Master’s of Public Health from Mount Sinai School of Medicine/NYU.
Dr. Cole is passionate about teaching, patient-oriented care and preventive medicine, and continues academic interests in inflammation biology and technology for health monitoring.
What Is Sclerotherapy and How Does It Work?
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive vein treatment used to close spider veins and small varicose veins. The procedure involves injecting a special medicine, called a sclerosant, into the affected vein. This solution gently irritates the vein walls, causing them to seal shut. Once closed, blood naturally reroutes to healthier veins, improving overall circulation and reducing visible veins over time.
What to Expect During Treatment
During sclerotherapy, the treated leg is slightly elevated while Dr. Shaun Cole injects the sclerosant into the targeted veins. This process takes about 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the size and number of veins treated. After the injections, compression stockings are worn to support healing and promote proper blood flow.
Does Sclerotherapy Hurt?
The treatment is generally well-tolerated. Some patients experience a mild stinging or cramping sensation that lasts a few seconds as the medicine is injected. Depending on the number of veins and their size, more than one session may be recommended for optimal results.
Sclerotherapy is a quick, in-office procedure used to close spider veins and small varicose veins. A safe medical solution is injected into the vein, causing it to collapse and fade from view.
At the Astoria Vein Treatment Clinic, Dr. Shaun Cole performs ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy to ensure precision and achieve smoother, clearer skin.
