United Vein & Vascular Centers (UVVC) has opened a vein clinic in Brandon, Florida, at 517 Eichenfeld Dr., Suite 106. It began seeing patients on October 26, 2026, offering vein screenings, diagnostic evaluations, and minimally invasive treatment. The clinic serves Brandon, Riverview, Valrico, Seffner, Bloomingdale, Lithia, and other eastern Hillsborough County communities. Patients previously had to travel farther into Tampa or elsewhere for specialised vein care. Dr. Andrew Georgeson and Dr. Romina Deldar, both board-certified surgeons, lead the care team. The opening brings UVVC to nine clinics in the Tampa Bay region and 17 across Florida. Appointments are available at (800) 952-5954.

United Vein & Vascular Centers opens new Brandon vein clinic in eastern Hillsborough County. October 26, 2026 By Harley Green United Vein & Vascular Centers (UVVC) is expanding access to specialized outpatient vein care with a new Brandon vein clinic. Beginning Oct. 26, 2026, patients can visit the clinic at 517 Eichenfeld Dr., Suite 106, Brandon, FL 33511, for vein screenings, diagnostic evaluations, and individualized treatment. Located within Brandon's established medical corridor near HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, the clinic provides a new local option for residents of Brandon, Riverview, Valrico, Seffner, Bloomingdale, Lithia, and surrounding communities. Its location also helps connect eastern Hillsborough County patients with UVVC's broader network of Tampa Bay physicians and care teams. Appointments are now being scheduled. Patients can request a vein screening at the Brandon clinic or call (800) 952-5954 to speak with the care team. Brandon clinic at a glance. * Opening date: October 26, 2026 * Address: 517 Eichenfeld Dr., Suite 106, Brandon, FL 33511 * Communities served: Brandon, Riverview, Valrico, Seffner, Bloomingdale, Lithia, and neighboring eastern Hillsborough County communities * Vein care available: Vein screenings, diagnostic evaluations, and individualized treatment for varicose veins and related vein conditions * Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. * Appointments: Visit the Brandon clinic page or call (800) 952-5954 Bringing vein care closer to eastern Hillsborough County. Brandon serves as a crossroads for communities throughout eastern and southeastern Hillsborough County. Residents regularly travel through the area for work, healthcare, shopping, and everyday responsibilities, often using Brandon Boulevard, Interstate 75, or the Selmon Expressway to move between home and Tampa. For someone experiencing leg swelling, heaviness, cramping, or discomfort after prolonged sitting or standing, traveling farther for recurring medical appointments can add another complication. The new clinic gives patients a Brandon-based option for screenings, recommended treatment, and follow-up care. Its location on Eichenfeld Drive places specialized vein care within an area already familiar to many local patients. Residents traveling from Riverview or Bloomingdale can reach the clinic without continuing into central Tampa, while those coming from Valrico, Seffner, or Lithia have another option within the eastern Hillsborough community. Dr. Andrew Georgeson and Dr. Romina Deldar bring specialized vein care to Brandon. The new Brandon clinic will open with Dr. Andrew Georgeson and Dr. Romina Deldar providing care. Dr. Georgeson is one of UVVC's Senior Regional Medical Directors and a board-certified surgeon with more than 30 years of experience. He has specialized in vein treatment for more than 25 years, with expertise in venous and lymphatic conditions, general and vascular surgery, and minimally invasive venous procedures. Dr. Deldar is a board-certified surgeon and vein specialist with advanced training in general surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Her background allows her to consider both the physical discomfort associated with vein disease and the visible changes that may lead someone to seek care. Patients may visit the Brandon clinic with concerns ranging from bulging varicose veins and skin discoloration to recurring swelling, heaviness, cramps, or aching that has begun affecting everyday routines. Dr. Georgeson and Dr. Deldar consider what the patient has noticed, how the concern has progressed, and how it affects work, sleep, mobility, and confidence. When additional testing is appropriate, diagnostic ultrasound imaging can help identify veins that may not be circulating blood properly. The physicians use those findings alongside the patient's symptoms, medical history, vein anatomy, and individual goals to determine whether monitoring, conservative care, or treatment may be appropriate. Vein conditions evaluated at the Brandon clinic. Varicose veins may be the most familiar vein condition, but they are only one reason a patient may seek specialized care. The Brandon clinic will evaluate and treat several conditions: * Varicose veins: Enlarged, twisted, or bulging veins that may occur with aching, swelling, throbbing, heaviness, or fatigue * Spider veins: Small red, blue, or purple veins near the skin's surface that may create web-like patterns and cause itching or burning for some patients * Reticular veins: Blue or green veins beneath the skin that are larger than spider veins but smaller than varicose veins * Chronic venous insufficiency: A condition in which weakened or damaged vein valves make it difficult for blood to circulate efficiently out of the legs * Venous reflux: Backward blood flow that occurs when valves inside the veins do not close or function properly Some patients initially try elevation, changes in activity, or compression stockings to manage their symptoms. These approaches may be included in a conservative care plan, but recurring or worsening concerns may still deserve further evaluation. Care begins with understanding the pattern. A vein screening begins with a conversation about what the patient has noticed. The care team may ask when symptoms occur, whether they become more noticeable later in the day, and how they affect work, sleep, mobility, or other routines. When further evaluation is appropriate, diagnostic ultrasound imaging can help show how blood is moving through the legs and identify veins that may not be circulating blood properly. Those findings are considered alongside the patient's symptoms, medical history, physical examination, and vein anatomy. The next step may involve monitoring, conservative care, a minimally invasive procedure, or no treatment. Recommendations are based on the complete evaluation rather than one symptom or visible vein. Minimally invasive vein treatments available in Brandon. There is no single procedure used for every vein condition. The recommended treatment depends on the location, size, and function of the affected veins, along with the patient's symptoms and ultrasound findings. The Brandon clinic will offer several minimally invasive vein procedures: * Radiofrequency ablation (RFA): Uses controlled heat to close a vein that is not circulating blood properly, allowing blood to naturally reroute through healthier veins nearby * VenaSeal(TM): Uses a medical adhesive to close an affected vein without heat. Eligibility depends on the patient's evaluation and vein anatomy * Varithena(R): An injectable foam treatment used to close certain affected veins, including some varicose veins * Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy: Uses ultrasound imaging to guide an injectable medical solution into a targeted vein, causing it to close while blood reroutes through healthier veins * Microphlebectomy: Removes larger, visible varicose veins through very small openings in the skin and may help address related discomfort and bulging veins A patient may need one procedure, a combination of treatments, continued monitoring, or no procedure at all. The care team will explain any recommendations and help the patient understand the next steps before treatment begins. Growing UVVC's Tampa Bay network. The Brandon opening expands UVVC's reach into eastern Hillsborough County and strengthens its existing presence throughout Tampa Bay. The new clinic joins locations serving Carrollwood, South Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Lakeland, New Port Richey, Sun City Center, and surrounding communities. For Brandon-area patients, that network provides more flexibility when choosing where to begin care and a local option for appointments that may include screening, treatment, and follow-up. With the addition of Brandon, UVVC now operates nine clinics throughout the Tampa Bay area and 17 locations across Florida. Schedule a vein screening in Brandon. If leg discomfort, swelling, cramps, or visible vein changes are beginning to interfere with everyday routines, a vein screening can provide a place to start. Patients can discuss what they have noticed and learn whether further evaluation may be appropriate. The Brandon clinic begins seeing patients on Oct. 26, 2026, at 517 Eichenfeld Dr., Suite 106, Brandon, FL 33511. 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United Vein & Vascular Centers expands Tampa Bay network with new South Tampa vein clinic. Aug 24, 2026, 10:19 ET TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - United Vein & Vascular Centers (UVVC) has opened a new South Tampa vein clinic at 4401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Suite 202, Tampa, FL 33609. The clinic begins seeing patients today, Aug. 24, 2026, bringing specialized outpatient vein care to the Westshore Palms neighborhood. The opening gives residents of West Tampa, South Tampa, Hyde Park, Palma Ceia, Beach Park, Westshore, Davis Islands, Sunset Park, and surrounding communities another local option for discussing varicose veins, persistent leg symptoms, and other concerns that may be related to vein disease. Appointments are now available at the South Tampa clinic. Patients can request a vein screening online or call (800) 952-5954 to speak with the care team. Closer Care for a Community That Stays in Motion South Tampa rarely stands still. A normal day may include a commute along Dale Mabry Highway or MacDill Avenue, hours spent sitting or standing at work, errands through Westshore, and an evening walk along Bayshore Boulevard. With so much of the day spent moving between the area's residential neighborhoods and business corridors, it can be easy to work around uncomfortable leg symptoms instead of asking why they keep returning. A person may start taking more breaks during the day. A familiar walk may feel longer than it used to. Shoes may feel tighter when the ankles swell, or leg cramps may interrupt a night that should have been restful. Other people feel physically fine but become concerned when veins appear darker, more prominent, twisted, or raised. The new clinic places specialized care along the Kennedy Boulevard corridor, close to many of the places South Tampa and West Tampa residents already pass during their day. Patients can receive a vein screening, recommended treatment, and follow-up care without leaving the part of Tampa where they live and work. Vein Disease Does Not Always Look the Same Varicose veins may be the most recognizable sign of vein disease, but the South Tampa care team evaluates and treats several conditions: * Varicose veins: Enlarged, twisted, or bulging veins that may develop alongside aching, throbbing, swelling, heaviness, or fatigue * Spider veins: Small red, blue, or purple veins that appear close to the surface of the skin and may cause cosmetic concerns, burning, or itching for some patients * Reticular veins: Blue or green veins that are larger than spider veins but smaller than varicose veins and may contribute to visible changes or discomfort * Chronic venous insufficiency: A condition in which weakened or damaged vein valves allow blood to collect in the legs instead of circulating properly * Venous reflux: Backward blood flow in the veins caused by valves that are not functioning as they should Symptoms vary from person to person. Some patients notice visible veins or skin discoloration, while others experience swelling, aching, heaviness, fatigue, burning, itching, cramps, or restlessness. These concerns may become more noticeable after prolonged sitting or standing and can interfere with work, sleep, errands, exercise, and time with family. Patients may initially try elevation, routine changes, or compression stockings. When symptoms persist, a vein screening provides an opportunity to discuss what is happening and determine whether further evaluation may be appropriate. Scheduling a screening does not automatically mean that a patient has vein disease or will need treatment. A Tampa Bay Patient Shares Their Experience The impact of local vein care is often best understood through the people who have already experienced it. Patients treated at UVVC clinics throughout Tampa Bay have shared how their symptoms affected daily life, what finally led them to schedule an appointment, and how they felt about the care they received. "The doctor is very good. After the procedure it was like night and day difference. He saved my quality of life." - Gary R. Dr. Patricia Fletcher Brings Vascular Expertise to Westshore Palms The South Tampa clinic will be led by Dr. Patricia Fletcher, a board-certified vascular surgeon. Patients do not always arrive at a vein clinic knowing the medical name for what they are experiencing. They may simply know that their legs feel unusually heavy by the end of the day, their ankles keep swelling, or a visible vein has become harder to ignore. Dr. Fletcher's approach begins with listening to those concerns and understanding how they affect the patient's comfort, routines, mobility, and overall vascular health. When additional testing is appropriate, advanced imaging can provide a clearer picture of the veins involved and identify areas where blood may not be circulating properly. Dr. Fletcher and the South Tampa care team consider those findings alongside the patient's symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and vein anatomy. That fuller picture guides the next step. For some patients, additional monitoring or conservative care may be appropriate. Others may benefit from a minimally invasive vein procedure. Recommendations are based on the individual patient rather than a single symptom or visible vein. Treatment Is Matched to the Vein Being Addressed There is no single procedure used for every type of vein disease. Larger veins affected by venous reflux may require a different approach than smaller branch veins or bulging varicose veins near the surface of the skin. The South Tampa clinic will offer several minimally invasive vein procedures: * Radiofrequency ablation (RFA): This thermal treatment uses controlled heat to close a vein that is not circulating blood properly. Once the affected vein closes, blood naturally reroutes through healthier veins nearby. * VenaSeal(TM): This nonthermal option uses a medical adhesive to close an affected vein without heat. Eligibility depends on the patient's vein anatomy and clinical evaluation. * Varithena(R): This injectable microfoam treatment may be used for certain varicose veins, including veins that can be difficult to address with other minimally invasive procedures. * Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy: Ultrasound imaging helps guide an injectable solution into an affected vein. The targeted vein closes while blood reroutes through healthier veins. * Microphlebectomy: This procedure removes larger visible varicose veins through tiny openings in the skin and may help address related discomfort and the appearance of bulging veins. A patient may need one procedure, a combination of treatments, further evaluation, or no procedure at all. The recommended plan depends on the veins involved, the patient's symptoms, ultrasound findings, and Dr. Fletcher's evaluation. South Tampa Joins a Growing Regional Network The new clinic joins an established UVVC presence across Tampa Bay. With South Tampa now part of that network, UVVC operates eight clinics throughout the Tampa Bay region and 15 locations across Florida. For patients, that growth is about more than adding another point to a map. It means having more choices about where to receive care, fewer reasons to postpone an appointment because the nearest clinic feels too far away, and a stronger local network for screening, treatment, and follow-up. The Westshore Palms location also fills an important geographic space within that network. It brings UVVC directly into South Tampa while remaining accessible to West Tampa residents and patients traveling through some of the city's busiest corridors. Schedule a Vein Screening in South Tampa If ongoing leg discomfort or visible vein changes are becoming harder to ignore, a vein screening offers a place to start. Patients can discuss what they have noticed, how it is affecting their routine, and whether further evaluation may be appropriate. About United Vein & Vascular Centers United Vein & Vascular Centers provides safe, effective outpatient care for vein and vascular disease at 60+ locations nationwide, including locations in Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Colorado, Arizona, Texas, New York, and New Jersey. With state-of-the-art medical technology and board-certified physicians, UVVC remains at the forefront of vein and vascular healthcare. SOURCE United Vein & Vascular Centers