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Dr. Adriana Laser
Vascular Surgeon
Dr. Adriana Laser is a vascular surgeon practicing in Schenectady, New York. Dr. Laser specializes in disorders relating to the arterial, venous and lymphatic systems. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Laser 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.
17 years
Experience
Dr. Adriana Laser
- Schenectady, New York
- University of Maryland
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What type of treatment is best for varicose veins?
It depends on the type of varicosities, their location, & what else is present such as skin condition. Treatment can range from phlebectomy (removal) to sclerotherapy (injection). READ MORE
It depends on the type of varicosities, their location, & what else is present such as skin condition. Treatment can range from phlebectomy (removal) to sclerotherapy (injection).
Can varicose veins be fixed?
Hello, There are different options for treating of 'fixing' varicose veins depending on their location, size, and how superficial they are. Consultation with a vascular doctor READ MORE
Hello, There are different options for treating of 'fixing' varicose veins depending on their location, size, and how superficial they are. Consultation with a vascular doctor can help answer your questions, and offer the specific options for your legs.
How does apple cider vinegar get rid of spider veins?
There is no good evidence to suggest that this will be curative. You should start wearing compression socks and seek out vascular surgery consultation if they are symptomatic.
How do you treat spider veins?
The most common treatment of spider veins is sclerotherapy, or chemical injection into the veins to shut them down.
Will compression socks help spider veins?
Compression socks usually do not resolve any abnormal veins you already have (spider veins, varicose veins) but can reduce symptoms and reduce progression/ development of new veins. READ MORE
Compression socks usually do not resolve any abnormal veins you already have (spider veins, varicose veins) but can reduce symptoms and reduce progression/ development of new veins.
Can spider veins go away on their own?
Hello,
Most times, spider veins do not go away spontaneously. Sometimes weight loss or the end of a pregnancy can help.
Most times, spider veins do not go away spontaneously. Sometimes weight loss or the end of a pregnancy can help.
Do varicose veins go away on their own?
Varicose veins typically do not reduce significantly on their own (exception being some due to pregnancy). Treatment indications are symptoms or signs, best discussed with a vascular
doctor. READ MORE
Varicose veins typically do not reduce significantly on their own (exception being some due to pregnancy). Treatment indications are symptoms or signs, best discussed with a vascular
doctor. As well as the different treatment options (phlebectomy, Sclerotherapy, Laser, etc.), which depend on the location, depth, and size of the veins.
doctor. As well as the different treatment options (phlebectomy, Sclerotherapy, Laser, etc.), which depend on the location, depth, and size of the veins.
Can I get rid of spider veins without surgery?
The treatment is not surgery, it is a minor procedure done with a small needle. It doesn't require any sedation.
I notice that I have spider veins on my legs. How is this treated?
There is a procedure done to treat spider veins, sclerotherapy. It is minimally invasive and doesn't require hospitalization or anesthesia.
My mother has been diagnosed with atherosclerosis. What does treatment involve?
There are many different treatment options for atherosclerosis which is a systemic disease process that can affect all different arterial beds. The treatment options vary widely READ MORE
There are many different treatment options for atherosclerosis which is a systemic disease process that can affect all different arterial beds. The treatment options vary widely depending on where your disease is and what your symptoms are.
What are the factors causing venous insufficiency?
Venous insufficiency is seen most commonly in the lower extremities, and can be due to prior dvts or blood clots causing longterm scarring in the veins, or can be due to other READ MORE
Venous insufficiency is seen most commonly in the lower extremities, and can be due to prior dvts or blood clots causing longterm scarring in the veins, or can be due to other causes of vein valve damage or narrowing in the veins.
I am 7 months pregnant and suffering from varicose veins. Will this condition persist even after my delivery?
Some women experience an improvement or even complete resolution of their varicosities after recovery from childbirth. However for some women, it is the trigger for vein problems READ MORE
Some women experience an improvement or even complete resolution of their varicosities after recovery from childbirth. However for some women, it is the trigger for vein problems that don't go away. But see a vascular surgeon to get a full evaluation and strategies to reduce chances of them worsening, such as wearing compression socks during pregnancy and possible procedures after giving birth.
My father has been detected with peripheral artery disease. Please advise.
He would need a full evaluation of his pad from a vascular surgeon to discuss workup, testing, and indications for possible treatment & the options. Smoking cessation is very READ MORE
He would need a full evaluation of his pad from a vascular surgeon to discuss workup, testing, and indications for possible treatment & the options. Smoking cessation is very important in the meantime.
What could have triggered varicose veins during my pregnancy?
Pregnancy can lead to varicosities by several mechanisms including increased blood volume, changes to the vessels themselves, and excess pressure/weight from the fetus/womb on READ MORE
Pregnancy can lead to varicosities by several mechanisms including increased blood volume, changes to the vessels themselves, and excess pressure/weight from the fetus/womb on veins.
Varicose veins wounds
Hello. If your veins are not symptomatic, there is no reason to worry or rush to interventional treatment. There is no way to reverse valve dysfunction (if thats what you have, READ MORE
Hello. If your veins are not symptomatic, there is no reason to worry or rush to interventional treatment. There is no way to reverse valve dysfunction (if thats what you have, an ultrasound is required to determine that), however there are things you can do to lessen chances of things worsening. This includes weight loss, exercise, wearing compression socks daily, and elevating your legs when seates.
What type of surgeon performs a heart transplant?
A specialized cardiac surgeon does, sometimes called a cardiothoracic surgeon.
How to relieve vascular problems in both legs?
Hello. It depends on whether you actually have venous insufficiency or venous hypertension. You need an ultrasound (venous reflux duplex) to look at your saphenous and deep veins. READ MORE
Hello. It depends on whether you actually have venous insufficiency or venous hypertension. You need an ultrasound (venous reflux duplex) to look at your saphenous and deep veins. If the valves in your saphenous veins are dysfunctional, you may be a candidate for an ablation.
How often do vascular surgeons perform surgery?
It depends on the surgeon but most would be operating 1-4 days a week. Sometimes in the operating room for open surgery, soemtimes in angio suite for endovascular/angiographic READ MORE
It depends on the surgeon but most would be operating 1-4 days a week. Sometimes in the operating room for open surgery, soemtimes in angio suite for endovascular/angiographic procedures.
How dangerous is a blood clot in the leg?
Hello. It depends where in the leg your clot is, and which vessel. Artery clots are more dangerous typically than ones in the veins. It also matters how extensive the clot is READ MORE
Hello. It depends where in the leg your clot is, and which vessel. Artery clots are more dangerous typically than ones in the veins. It also matters how extensive the clot is and how long ita been there.
How long is the surgery for a blocked artery?
Hello. The surgery for clogged artery depends on where it is, which artery, how extensive it is, how long its been there and what surgery is planned. It can range from a thrombectomy READ MORE
Hello. The surgery for clogged artery depends on where it is, which artery, how extensive it is, how long its been there and what surgery is planned. It can range from a thrombectomy in the leg about an hour, to 4-6 hours for a bypass in the leg.
