ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- United Vein & Vascular Centers (UVVC) has opened a new St. Petersburg vein clinic at 5858 Central Ave., Suite 1010, St. Petersburg, FL 33710. The clinic begins seeing patients today, August 24, 2026, offering vein screenings, individualized evaluations, and minimally invasive treatment for vein conditions. The new location serves patients from St. Petersburg, Treasure Island, Gulfport, Kenneth City, Seminole, and other western Pinellas County communities. For residents who previously traveled farther across the county or Tampa Bay for specialized vein care, the clinic provides another option closer to home. Appointments are now available. Patients can request a vein screening at the St. Petersburg clinic or call (800) 952-5954 to speak with the care team.

A Shorter Trip to Specialized Vein Care

Life in St. Petersburg stretches across the peninsula. A single day might begin near the downtown waterfront, continue with work or errands farther west, and end with a walk, bike ride, or time near the Gulf beaches. Those routines can make the city feel connected, but traveling outside Pinellas County for recurring medical appointments can still create an additional burden. That distance may matter to someone who already finds it uncomfortable to remain on their feet, sit through a long drive, or walk as far as they once did. It can also make follow-up care easier to postpone. By establishing a clinic in St. Petersburg, UVVC is bringing screening, treatment, and follow-up care closer to the communities between the city's downtown districts and the beaches. The location is positioned to serve people whose days take them throughout St. Petersburg and western Pinellas County, including residents who regularly use the Pinellas Trail, visit the waterfront, or work in the area's hospitality, healthcare, arts, and business communities.

Dr. Romina Deldar Leads the St. Petersburg Care Team 

The clinic is led by Dr. Romina Deldar, a board-certified surgeon and vein specialist with advanced training in general surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Her background supports an approach that considers both the physical symptoms a patient describes and the visible changes that may have prompted them to seek care. One patient may be concerned about a raised vein that has become more noticeable. Another may not see an obvious vein at all but may feel persistent aching, heaviness, or swelling by the end of the day. Dr. Deldar and the St. Petersburg care team review each patient's symptoms, medical history, daily routines, vascular health, and vein anatomy before recommending a next step. The goal of the initial screening is to understand the concern, not to assume that every patient has vein disease or requires a procedure.

The First Sign Is Not Always a Varicose Vein 

Vein disease does not follow a single pattern. Varicose veins may be the most familiar example, but the St. Petersburg care team evaluates and treats several vein 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

Vein concerns may first appear as prominent veins or skin discoloration around the lower legs and ankles. Others notice swelling, aching, heaviness, fatigue, burning, itching, cramps, or restlessness, particularly after prolonged sitting or standing. These changes may lead someone to shorten walks, take more breaks, or feel less confident about the appearance of their legs. Some patients try elevation, activity adjustments, or compression stockings before seeking care. If symptoms persist, a vein screening can help determine whether further evaluation may be appropriate.

From Vein Screening to a Clearer Picture

A vein screening begins with a conversation about what the patient has noticed and how long the concern has been present. The care team may ask whether symptoms change throughout the day, become more noticeable after sitting or standing, interfere with sleep, or limit work and recreational activities. When additional evaluation is appropriate, diagnostic ultrasound imaging can help the physician see 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, vein anatomy, and physical examination. The results may lead to continued monitoring, conservative care, a minimally invasive procedure, or no treatment at all. A screening is simply the starting point for determining whether a vein condition may be contributing and what, if anything, should happen next.

Minimally Invasive Vein Treatment Options in St. Petersburg

Treatment plans are based on the location, size, and function of the affected veins, as well as the patient's symptoms and ultrasound findings.. The St. Petersburg clinic offers 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™: 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®: 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.

Not every patient who visits the clinic will need a procedure. Dr. Deldar may recommend one treatment, a combination of procedures, further evaluation, or no treatment based on the complete clinical picture.

What Tampa Bay Area Patients Say About Their Care 

Across the Tampa Bay area, patients have shared how vein symptoms affected their work, sleep, mobility, and ability to enjoy everyday activities. Their experiences also reflect the importance of feeling heard by the physician and care team throughout evaluation and treatment.

"Every member of this team was welcoming, professional, and clearly excellent at what they do. It's rare to find a medical office where every single person contributes to such a positive experience. Words truly can't describe how great my experience was." —Ryan C., Clearwater, FL

Growing on the Pinellas Side of Tampa Bay

The St. Petersburg opening adds another Pinellas County option to UVVC's established presence throughout Tampa Bay. With the new clinic now seeing patients, UVVC operates eight clinics across the Tampa Bay region and 15 locations throughout Florida. For patients, a broader regional network can mean more flexibility when choosing where to begin care and a shorter trip for appointments that may include screening, treatment, and follow-up. The new clinic strengthens that network on the western side of the bay while connecting St. Petersburg patients with UVVC's larger group of physicians and vein care teams. It also reflects the different needs of the communities UVVC serves. St. Petersburg has its own pace, geography, and daily rhythms. A clinic located within the city gives residents an opportunity to seek specialized care without separating it from the places where they already live, work, and spend their time.

Schedule a Vein Screening in St. Petersburg 

If changes in the appearance or comfort of the legs are becoming more difficult to overlook, a vein screening can provide a place to begin. Patients can talk with the St. Petersburg care team about what they have noticed, how it affects their routine, and whether further evaluation may be appropriate.

To learn more or request an appointment, visit the St. Petersburg vein clinic page or call (800) 952-5954. 

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.

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Barbara Kramer or Mike Patino
media@unitedveincenters.com

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