Costs

How much does vein treatment cost?

Below is a clear guide to self-funded vein treatment costs for patients treated by Mr Rob Windhaber at The Duchy Hospital in Truro, Cornwall.

All prices are transparent and inclusive, with no hidden fees.

Consultant-led care and follow-up

All investigations and treatments are consultant-led and performed by Mr Rob Windhaber.

Patients are provided with direct telephone and email contact details to allow prompt communication should any concerns or queries arise during treatment or recovery. All routine advice and reasonable follow-up reviews related to treatment are included as part of your care.

Outpatient Fees

  • 20-minute remote video initial discussion: Free

  • 1-hour comprehensive initial outpatient consultation (including full bilateral duplex ultrasound assessment and clinical photographs): £195

Venous Lake & Facial Vein Treatments

  • Injection treatment for venous lake (Initial treatment plus a 30-minute review ± top-up if clinically indicated): £375

  • Facial thread vein treatment using thermocoagulation (shortwave diathermy)(Initial treatment plus a 30-minute review ± top-up if clinically indicated): £375

Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT)

  • One leg: £2,995

  • Both legs: £3,495

This is a comprehensive fixed-price package for the treatment of varicose veins using laser (endothermal) technology.

What’s included

✔ Initial endovenous laser treatment
✔ Routine follow-up review at approximately 6 weeks
✔ Up to two additional top-up treatment sessions, if clinically indicated
✔ Any required micro-phlebectomies or sclerosant injections
✔ One pair of compression stockings
✔ All related outpatient follow-up appointments

There are no additional charges for varicose vein treatment within this package.

What’s not included

✖ Treatment of cosmetic thread veins
✖ Additional pairs of compression stockings

If required, thread veins can be treated separately at £275 per session.

Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins – Injection Sclerotherapy

Ultrasound-Guided Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins

  • One leg: £1,495

  • Both legs: £2,295

This is a comprehensive foam sclerotherapy package. Foam sclerotherapy is clinically suitable for the treatment of certain varicose veins, typically those measuring less than 6 mm in diameter, in line with current European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS) guidelines. Final treatment choice is always confirmed following duplex ultrasound assessment.

What’s included

✔ Initial ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy treatment
✔ Up to two additional top-up foam treatments, if clinically indicated
✔ One pair of compression stockings
✔ All follow-up outpatient appointments related to treatment

What’s not included

✖ Treatment of cosmetic thread veins
✖ Additional pairs of compression stockings

Thread Vein Injection Treatment

  • Thread vein injections (per session): £275

What’s included

✔ Thread vein injection treatment for the booked session

What’s not included

✖ Routine follow-up appointments
✖ Additional treatment sessions
✖ Compression stockings
✖ Treatment of any underlying venous reflux contributing to thread veins

Most patients require at least two treatment sessions to achieve an optimal cosmetic result. Further sessions can be booked as required, each charged at £275 per session. There is no obligation to book additional treatments.

In a small minority of patients, thread veins may be caused or worsened by underlying venous reflux, even where there are no visible varicose veins. Treatment of underlying reflux (for example with foam sclerotherapy or laser) is not included in thread vein injection treatment and may be recommended separately following ultrasound assessment. Where required, this is often undertaken as minor vein treatment, typically charged at £795 for a single treatment session.

Compression stockings are not required for all thread vein treatments but may be recommended in some cases. If needed, we advise Class II compression (18–24 mmHg or equivalent), available from a local pharmacy or online.

Annual Vein Check (Optional follow-up)

  • Annual vein check (1-hour appointment): £375

This appointment is available after initial varicose vein treatment for patients who would like ongoing reassurance and peace of mind.

An annual vein check may be particularly helpful for patients who feel they may be developing new veins over time, which occurs in around one-third of patients following treatment.

The appointment includes:

✔ Clinical review
✔ Duplex ultrasound assessment, if indicated
✔ Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy of any suitable veins identified at the same visit

Will my health insurance cover my treatment?

Rob Windhaber is recognised by all the major insurers (including those below) however you should check with your provider if there are any restrictions on your policy:

Rob Windhaber adheres to all of the insurer’s fee schedules, giving patients complete peace of mind when undergoing investigation or treatment.