Pittsburgh Vein Center

About Pittsburgh Vein Center

Dr. Mario Plaza-Ponte is the founder and director of the Pittsburgh Vein Center. With over thirty years experience in Pittsburgh, Dr. Plaza-Ponte has extensive experience in the performance and interpretation of vascular ultrasound with a focused interest in Venous Disease of the lower extremities. Using the latest minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Plaza-Ponte is able to shorten the procedure and... recuperation times of his patients. In the last two years, he has performed over fifteen hundred Laser and Radiofrequency closures, Sclerotherapy and Microphlebectomy procedures. He is committed to the highest quality and excellence in his work and enjoys a very high rate of patient satisfaction. We provide specialized treatments for venous disorders such as the VNUS® Closure Procedure, Compression Therapy, Sclerotherapy and Cosmetic Sclerotherapy. Using minimally-invasive methods, most patients can resume their usual activity in a short amount of time.