As we age, unsightly spider veins and painful varicose veins are quite common, making us unhappy with our appearance or worse yet, preventing us from everyday activities. With new advances in laser technology and the skill of experienced physicians at the Greater Houston Vein Clinic founded by Dr. William B. Berry, the problems of spider veins and varicose veins can be corrected with little or no pain, little down time, no hospital stay, and the option of financing the procedures.

Spider veins are a widespread problem and pose a nuisance to those who want to maintain a specific look. These veins can now be successfully be removed in a matter of minutes. In our clinic, the preferred laser is the 940 diode; the wavelength of this laser is more efficient than any laser currently available for the complete removal of spider veins. While spider veins are more of a cosmetic issue, varicose veins, on the other hand, can present health risks of their own, such as infection and blood clots. These types of veins, if left untreated throughout the aging process, can cause patients severe pain and limit normal activity even to the point of producing a non- ambulatory condition.

The Greater Houston Vein Clinich founded by Dr. William Berry uses ultrasound technology before considering laser closure of any vein to first map the course of the veins in the leg. The ultrasound determines if there is an abnormality present and helps determine the precise method of treatment should be.“The ultrasound technology helps us decide the correct course of therapy and guards the patient against unnecessary procedures,” said Dr. Berry. Dr. Berry's willingness to get involved in technological advances, and to pass these advances on to his patients is for good reason.“I would like to see people stay as healthy as possible as long as possible, and have the energy to live a full and active life,” said Dr. Berry.“Many times removal of these painful varicose veins and unsightly spider veins removes personal and painful restrictions giving people the added freedom and confidence to enjoy life.”

The Greater Houston Vein Clinic's goal is to provide a definitive way, on an outpatient, low risk basis, to correct the pain and disfigurement of varicose veins and spider veins—a way for patients to feel more comfortable about their own personal appearance without embarrassment, without major expense, and without risk to their lives.