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Your vein doctor is ideally an MD or DO that has completed specialty training in the management of spider and varicose veins. Formal training is obtained during a vascular residency or fellowship that includes supervised training in vascular procedures. In general, these specialists have a background in vascular surgery, interventional radiology or interventional cardiology. With board-certification, these physicians have a demonstrated proficiency that meets the highest standards of the profession.