Condition

Deep Vein Thrombosis

A blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the leg, that can cause swelling and pain. A clot can travel to the lungs.

Also called: dvt, blood clot in leg, leg clot

Who Can Help with Deep Vein Thrombosis?

Vascular Surgeons
A surgeon who treats diseases of the arteries and veins, such as blocked arteries, aneurysms and varicose veins.
Hematologists
A physician who diagnoses and treats blood disorders such as anemia, bleeding and clotting problems, and blood cancers.
Vein Specialists
A physician who treats varicose veins, spider veins and other vein problems, often with minimally invasive procedures.
Internists
A physician who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness in adults. Many internists serve as primary care doctors.
Interventional Radiologists
A radiologist who uses imaging to guide minimally invasive procedures, such as opening blocked blood vessels, placing catheters and treating tumors.
Emergency Medicine Doctors
A physician who treats sudden illness and injury in a hospital emergency department.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about deep vein thrombosis and what is right for you.