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Dr. Alfred L. Laborde, M.D.

Vascular Surgeon

Dr. Alfred Laborde is a vascular surgeon practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Laborde specializes in disorders relating to the arterial, venous and lymphatic systems. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Laborde diagnoses and treats vascular diseases and performs vasular surgeries. Common conditions that a vascular surgeon treats are aneurysms, atherosclerosis and varicose veins. Vascular specialists might also treat trauma, venous ulcers, poor leg circulation, peripheral arterial disease and other vascular-related issues.
39 years Experience
Dr. Alfred L. Laborde, M.D.
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine,Lubbock, Tx, United States
  • Accepting new patients

Are varicose veins harmless?

The greater majority are.

What helps with varicose veins?

That is totally dependent on symptoms or lack thereof.

What treatment options are available for varicose veins, and which one is best for me?

It depends on the size, location and ultrasonic evaluation to determine function of the veins in question.

What is the treatment for deep varicose veins?

Knee high compression stocking if symptomatic. Surgical options such as valve segment transplantation have not been effective.