From the Razo Family We want to give a huge thank you to Dr. Taghizadeh and his amazing staff for all the care and attention they've given our father. He has had multiple successful vein procedures, and the results have made such a positive difference in his life. Every visit is worth the long drive -- the entire team is professional, kind, and truly great at what they do. Our father always feels comfortable and well cared for, and we can't thank you enough for your compassion and expertise. We highly recommend Dr. Taghizadeh and his wonderful team to anyone seeking quality vein care. You've earned our family's deepest gratitude! -- The Razo Family read more

This is what is sad in the world. I had a possible complication with another doctor. He is a wonderful doctor but a two hour drive. They will close before I could get there. This establishment's response was uncaring. It's too bad because I was planning to use them for other services as I just became aware of their close proximity. You always want your doctor to have a caring bedside manner. This is not the place. It seems I am lucky she refused to see me, on short notice, after reading the reviews. read more

Dr. Cheng is an amazing, caring doctor! She has taken care of my spider veins and larger ones as well. I am very grateful to have met her and she is as delightful as she is intelligent. I have referred her to many of my friends for treatments. I highly recommend her There is no one I would trust my treatments more than with her. read more

After tedious, painful treatment for varicose & spider veins, less than 3 years later they are back, despite following her instructions to a "T". I was also left with awful, dark brown circular scars the size of nickels on my ankles, almost 3 years later. Enough said? read more

I've seen Dr Cheng a few times over the years for pesky spider veins and have had great results. She's a very nice person, the appointments are pleasant and she strives to make me comfortable during the procedure. I'm puzzled by the negative reviews. I highly recommend her. read more

I am definitely not a fan of Dr Van Cheng from San Diego Vein Institutes & believe she is not a woman of her word & will lie to your face! She definitely promised me that I would end up with beautiful legs after I paid her for (2) visits at $500 each time. She has left me with ugly brown scaring & told me that I needed to have Laser treatments which cost me another $300. She also keep saying I need more Laser! She gets you hook line & sinker & you become a paycheck to her. I'm so so unhappy with what she has left me with that I am seeking other place to hold her accountable. I do not have great legs like she promise & will be unable to wear skirts or dresses which was my hope from the beginning. Beware of this woman!! read more

I'm so grateful for Dr. Cheng!! She has helped me tremendously! I had the onset of varicose veins and very large and unsightly veins in my hands from years of being a massage therapist. I also had veins that were popping up on my temples, which were causing me to feel self-conscious. You do have to be consistent with treatments. Some veins may need multiple injections to go away, but keep going, it pays off! Her laser is also amazing for eliminating any tiny capillaries. Dr. Cheng has given me my self- confidence back and I can never thank her enough! She's also very professional, kind and informative, which I appreciate. I also love that she is always on time. I've never had to wait more than a couple of minutes- if that, for any of my appointments. I wish I had more photos to share, but you can see what a difference her work had made. read more

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Stay away. This women is a total hack. She agreed to laser the veins on my nose and they never went away and scars were left on my nose. Practice is questionable. read more

I heard great things about Dr. Cheng so I made the trip from Poway. I must say Dr. Cheng is a phenomenal doctor. She was thorough, knowledgeable and caring. I never felt rushed. She listened and took the time to provide clear, straightforward answers which were in my best interest. I absolutely highly recommend Dr. Cheng. read more

I just had my maintenance visit yesterday with Dr.Cheng after 2 and half years, she was still the same nice, welcoming and caring doctor. I was very happy with the result of my treatment then. I used to have big and bulky varicose veins all over my two legs, but she treated them and made my legs look beautiful and healthy. I became confident wearing skirt and shorts after that. She helped me reimburse some expense from my medical insurance as well at that time. I know that I will get varicose veins again due to my genetics, that I need to do maintenance every year. It took me 2 and half year to come back after first treatment and I am grateful for her charging me only maintenance fee, she even gave 10% discount. She made me feel comfortable while doing the treatment yesterday. I'm looking forward to heal the bruises and brown and can confidently wear shorts this coming summer. Thank you Dr. Cheng, you are the best! read more

I am very happy to provide extremely positive feedback regarding my visit to Dr. Cheng. She is completely personable and professional. She spent a great deal of time with me, to determine my goals for vein procedure were realistic. I told her I understood how it all worked from her website, and I was aware that bruising would occur as the affected veins were dissolved by my body after treatment. That's why I went in January!! I found the procedure relatively painless. I mean, it is a very thin needle to inject the foam into th eoffending veins, so I did feel it, but it was less painful than any flu shot. Reminded me way more of my botox shots ;) And less painful than any laser hair removal. You can compare my experience to other sites that have far more reviews for this thoughtful and experience doctor. I would recommend you do so, since the other reviewer on yelp was so unhappy. It just does not seem to be the kind of treatment many others have had. Vitals.com has many reviews to supplement mine here. The treatment was very effective for me, and the cost was very reasonable. I recommend giving them a call, asking all the questions you like, and visit for yourself. I know I am so excited to know that my veins will be gone by summer. Now my 46-year-old trim and healthy body can glow by the pool, at the beach, without the embarrassment of what is just a hereditary issue. For Pete's sake, don't tolerate your itchy ugly varicose veins. Go get em done. PS They just moved-- New Address is 336 Encinitas Blvd., Suite 130 Encinitas, CA 92024 read more

Great review by Courtney b.: "Good thing I ignored the bad review. Sorry that person had a bad experience but I would refer any of my friends to Dr. Cheng. She was not only delightful but did an excellent job treating an unsightly vein that bothered me. I am so glad that I went to her and got it fixed. And the cost was very reasonable. As for her not being board certified as someone else wrote, that is rubbish. I am a RN and had no reluctance with this doctor treating me. Would highly recommend her." read more

I'm not very happy with my last visit with the doctor, left me with sores infected for 3 weeks on my face. Called Dr. She said, "that is normal"? I had used her a couple times before, a few years ago. And didn't have this problem read more

This woman is a quack. Stay away if you know whats good for you!!! She caused permanent damage to both my legs. And then refused to return the small fortune I paid. She is not board certified and has no business doing these treatments!!! read more

I would like to make it clear, I've never used this person for any type of medical help. However in dealing with her over the phone she was very rude, Condescending and just not very professional. I would think she would treat potential clients better than this. read more

What a rude person in the phone but at least she was honest. I asked if the result guarranteed, She said do not waste your time and money. I could not agree more. :) read more

Good thing I ignored the bad review. Sorry that person had a bad experience but I would refer any of my friends to Dr. Cheng. She was not only delightful but did an excellent job treating an unsightly vein that bothered me. I am so glad that I went to her and got it fixed. And the cost was very reasonable. As for her not being board certified as someone else wrote, that is rubbish. I am a RN and had no reluctance with this doctor treating me. Would highly recommend her. read more

I am super surprised to see the negative reviews on Dr. Cheng. I have seen her twice for both of my legs and she has been nothing but honest and polite. She will not doing anything that she does not feel necessary. So if she tells you not to do something, listen, she knows what she is talking about. That's the problem with this world everyone thinks they know more and no when listens! My legs are happy and feel great so give her try. You be nice and she will be nice back. Please look at her sight a see the awards she has, she knows veins!! And she tells you upfront what it will cost, if you don't like the price than don't do it. read more

I have been to Dr, Chen for my spider veins several times throughout the last few years. I have recommended her to many of my friends. She is easy to talk to and I am very happy with the results. I have also had my hands done and they look a lot younger. I have been to numerous other doctors( dermatologists and vascular surgeons) for spider vein treatment and Dr. Chen is the best of them all ! read more

The problem with this doctor is insurance related. She told me that she would charge me a total of $5,000 for the treatment. Half of the fee was to be up front. She said that after she submitted the claim to Medicare she would refund to me the difference in the $1,250 and what she received from Medicare. She was lying through her teeth! Medicare does not cover her treatment and she knew it. I learned this before paying the 2nd half of the $5,000 fee and refused to pay that amount. To be fair, her procedure removed my vein problem. read more

Van Chang is a dishonest doctor who will take your money and not follow through. I paid $300 for an ultrasound after the free consultation then she refused to treat me because I had one leg treated by a different doctor. A dishonest thief is all she is and I highly recommend avoiding her at all costs. read more

Despite all the bad comments My wife and I decided to give this place a try. I've been to this facility with my wife at least four times. We were there for a consultation and we ended up coming back for treatment. The experience was very smooth. The front desk person was very knowledgable and offered great costumer service. Me and my wife would recommend this place to everyone! Thanks Dr. Cheng. read more

I had called for a free consultation and Anna, the receptionist, was very kind and thoughtful. She got me in before the holidays and I was the last appointment. Dr. Cheng was awesome. I had concerns about deep bruising on my left leg and wanted to know if I was in potential danger from deep vein thrombosis. She explained what to look for, assured me, and told me that any of my other veins could be treated easily. Never was there a high pressure sales pitch, nor did she ever make me feel judged for my weight gain (which can cause leg veins), or make me fearful of any procedure. I did not get anything done at this time as I would like to lose at least 20lbs as this will help in the long run. Dr. Cheng was personable and kind. read more

I like this place and Dr. Cheng. She is very bright and personable and an expert in her profession. She has eradicated my vericose veins (on my leg) and so far so good. I am happy with her services and would recommend her to friends. Her prices are fair from the research that I have done. read more

I liked Dr. Chen the moment I met her. She was friendly while being professional and attentive. She explained my procedure and what I could expect with the treatment of my vein issues. My 2 appointments took less than an hour and I have seen the results that she told me in detail, that I could expect to see between visits. I highly recommend Dr. Chen to anyone who is looking for vein treatment. Her professionalism and caring nature helped me to ultimately decide to choose her as my Doctor. I am extremely pleased with my office visits and results! read more