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Dr. Alex Afshar, MD

Surgery, Phlebology, Vascular Surgery
Accepting new patients
Vein Institute 2193 Black Rock Tpke, Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 426-5554

Overview
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Expertise

Brief Intro

Dr. Alex Afshar brings more than 15 years of experience in diagnosing and treating venous disease to the Vein Institute.He began his professional pursuits at George Washington University in Washington DC, and Sheffield University in the United Kingdom, where he earned his Bachelor of Science. After graduation, Dr. Afshar enrolled at the Ross University of Medicine where he obtained his Doctor of Medicine.Vein InstitutePresident and Founder Alex Afshar, M.D., leads the team at Vein Institute, which offers a warm, welcoming, and relaxing environment. The team works with both men and women to diagnose, treat, and eliminate the pain and embarrassment caused by varicose and spider veins.Since establishing the Newtown office in 2008, Vein Institute has expanded across Connecticut. The team works to provide patients with the most advanced, out-patient, office-based procedures including radio-frequency ablation, Venaseal®, ambulatory phlebectomy, sclerotherapy, and infrared coagulation for treatment of hemorrhoids. All of our clinical and office staff is BCLS certified by the American Heart Association and all of our providers are also members of the American Vein & Lymphatic Society. Our providers make treatment recommendations by first pinpointing the underlying cause of our patients’ symptoms. Each provider works one-on-one with their patients to explain their diagnosis, treatment options, and costs, ensuring everyone knows enough to make the right treatment decision for their lifestyle and budget.Our goal is to provide high-quality care in a safe environment to our patients. Our practice offers innovative state-of-the-art quality care performed in an office that feels like home. The team is passionate about treating vein disease using minimally invasive techniques that allow patients to return to their daily activities immediatelyServices we offer!Radiofrequency Ablation VenasealHemorrhoid Treatment IRC Infrared Coagulation Cosmetic Facial Treatments

Education Background

RESIDENCY

John Peter Smith Hospital

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Ross University of Medicine

Location & Hours

Vein Institute
2193 Black Rock Tpke, Fairfield, CT 06825

Specialties Treated

Vascular Surgery
Phlebology
Surgery

Conditions Addressed

Varicose Veins
Bleeding Veins
Facial Veins
Spider Veins
Congenital Vein Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome
Hemorrhoids
Hand Veins
Heavy Legs
Leg Swelling
Leg Pain

Procedures Performed

Radiofrequency ablation
VenaSeal
Ambulatory Phlebectomy
Sclerotherapy (Spider Veins)
Nonsurgical Treatment of Hemorrhoids
Infrared Coagulation
Cosmetic Botox
Facial Rejuvenation

Cancer 14
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 7
Orthopedics 20
Neurology & Neurosurgery 17
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 19
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 21
Diabetes & Endocrinology 10
Children's Hospital 3
Urology 19
Psychiatry 27
Geriatrics 19
Rehabilitation 7
Obsterics & Gynecology 1
Ophthalmology 1
Ear, Nose & Throat 2
Long Term Care 3
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 16