Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) is proud to serve patients at our Virginia Beach vein clinic. The physicians and staff at CVR Virginia Beach have decades of collective experience treating symptoms of vein diseases such as varicose veins, spider veins, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and other vein conditions related to chronic venous insufficiency (vein disease).
The board-certified physicians at Center for Vein Restoration are world-renowned vein specialists, authors, lecturers, and trainers on the latest techniques for diagnosing and treating vein disease. Commitment to patient care goes beyond physician credentials, however. Our entire team works together to provide our patients with a level of comfort and understanding.
Keith C. Nichols, MD, RPVI, has been a practicing physician for over three decades and is the lead vein doctor at Center for Vein Restoration’s Suffolk, Virginia, and Virginia Beach, Virginia, vein center locations.
He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry and medical degree at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He completed an internship and residency in Emergency Medicine at the University of Louisville, Kentucky. He is board-certified in Emergency Medicine and by the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine. He is a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI)
As a vascular specialist, Dr. Nichols is an expert in using minimally invasive outpatient vein procedures to relieve patients suffering from unsightly and painful symptoms of venous disease. Vein treatment options include radiofrequency ablation and laser ablation, ambulatory phlebectomy, sclerotherapy, and newer treatments such as VenaSeal and Varithena.
He is a member of several professional associations, including the American Vein and Lymphatic Society (formally the American College of Phlebology), the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the Portsmouth Academy of Medicine.
Dr. Nichols speaks English and Spanish.
Center for Vein Restoration’s vein clinic in Virginia Beach is one of our two locations in Southern Virginia (the other being CVR's Suffolk, Virginia, vein care center). At these and all CVR vein centers, we offer an in-depth consultation with duplex ultrasound in order to “see” and access your veins.
If recommended, our vein doctor is an expert at treating unsightly painful symptoms of venous insufficiency using minimally invasive outpatient procedures. These procedures include sclerotherapy, laser ablation, radiofrequency ablation, or ambulatory phlebectomy VenaSeal, Varithena, and more.
Situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Beach offers countless opportunities for even the busiest beachgoers to soak up the sunshine. In addition to being an angler’s dream, the area is perfect for watersports like surfing, kayaking, parasailing, paddle boating, and jet skiing. Various boat tours are popular as well.
Take a leisurely stroll down the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, which spans three miles from Second Street to 40th Street and boasts scenic ocean views with every step of the way. You can even stop and enjoy a meal in front of the water at one of the boardwalk’s many restaurants.
Built in 1895, the Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum is nestled in the historic de Witt Cottage and offers guests the chance to learn about the “evolution of the art of decoy carving” as they navigate its interactive computer exhibits and original oil and watercolor paintings. Visitors will be dazzled by both craftsmanship and attention to detail as they observe expert carvers create incredible works of art before heading to the gift shop to select some stunning, hand-made souvenirs.
The boardwalk is also the proud home of the Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum, less than five miles from our vein clinic. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the museum celebrates the area’s coastal regions through maritime-themed exhibits, allowing visitors to learn about the origins of the beachfront, the boardwalk, and the building itself. A new project in April 2024 explores the uncovering of several pieces of a shipwreck that washed up on the shore of Croatan Beach. The rudder ship’s rudder dates back to between 1860 and 1920, according to estimates from Virginia State Underwater Archaeologist Brendan Burke.
Meanwhile, the museum provides a strategically placed camera that allows viewers to check out the waves and beachfront from the comfort of their own homes before heading out to the shore.
About 10 miles from our clinic, you’ll find a true slice of history at the Cape Henry Lighthouse, constructed with the same type of Aquia sandstone as a large portion of Washington, D.C. The lighthouse was the first federally funded public works project of the newly formed United States government and guided travelers to safety for nearly a century. It’s now surrounded by the Joint Expeditionary Base Fort Story.
Just a bit further down the road from our Virginia Beach vein clinic, visitors can stop by the famed Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, which offers one-of-a-kind opportunities to interact with wildlife in spectacular ways. Go on a guided tour of dolphins and sea turtles and watch from behind the scenes. At the same time, experts feed the rays and Komodo dragons and learn about the water quality process that enables the 50,000-gallon Chesapeake Bay aquarium exhibit that cycles 600 gallons of water each minute.
Those traveling with children are sure to enjoy Grommet Island Park, a 15,000-square-foot space boasting a fully accessible playground with a sensory board and other accommodations.
Anyone looking for even more outdoor adventure is sure to enjoy the wonders that await them at First Landing State Park. From hiking and biking to fishing, swimming, camping, and crabbing, Virginia’s most popular state park has 20 miles of trails and 1.5 miles of Chesapeake Bay beachfront. It’s described as “an oasis within urban Virginia Beach.”
Ultimately, Virginia Beach offers a pristine blend of coastal elegance, outdoor adventure, history, and relaxation, making it an ideal destination for travelers of all kinds.
If you’re struggling with varicose veins, spider veins, or other signs of venous insufficiency, expert help is close to home. At Center for Vein Restoration in Virginia Beach, Virginia, our board-certified vein doctors specialize in diagnosing and treating vein disease using cutting-edge, outpatient, minimally invasive procedures designed to restore leg comfort and confidence.
At Center for Vein Restoration in Virginia Beach, Virginia, we prioritize patient-centered vein care in a warm, welcoming environment. Our dedicated healthcare team ensures a smooth experience—from your first consultation through post-treatment care. Need help with directions or parking? Our Patient Services Representatives are happy to assist.
Scheduling an appointment at Center for Vein Restoration in Virginia Beach, Virginia is easy! You can now schedule an appointment online. To make an appointment online for one of our other CVR clinics, click here.
CVR accepts all major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Don't see your insurance company online? Contact us to find out if you're covered.
Our board-certified vascular surgeons offer a wide range of innovative treatment options for leg pain, swelling, cramping, itching, varicose veins, spider veins, restless legs syndrome, ulcers, and other symptoms of vascular disease.
“ I was pleased with my care, the friendly and professional doctors and staff, and best yet a wonderful outcome!! ”
April 15, 2025
“ Everyone was very nice at the Vein Center today. Hardly any wait time & I was in & out within no time. Highly recommend this office. ”
March 13, 2025
“ Went in for an ultrasound for possible blood clot with pain in left leg. The staff and Dr . Nichols were absolutely wonderful ”
March 13, 2025
“ Great practice! Friendly staff. ”
February 25, 2025
“ Dr. Nichols and his support staff are all so pleasant and genuinely caring. I give them all the highest praise! My legs look and feel so much better after the varicose vein treatments, it's amazing. I can stand, and walk, for much longer periods of time without my legs and back giving out on me. If you're having pain and heaviness in your legs from varicose veins, call them! They will help, and you'll be so happy you did!! ”
February 18, 2025
“ I've been seeing Dr. Nichols for almost 5 years now for ongoing treatment of a chronic vein condition and he and his staff have been fantastic the entire time. Always kind, professional, and informative. I have been to both the Virginia Beach and Suffolk offices which are clean, easy to find, and his staff appears to travel with him so there's always a familiar face. I normally see him between 7-9am and have never had to wait more than 5-10 min to be seen. I would highly recommend anyone with concerns of varicose veins, lower leg swelling, or general leg discomfort to see Dr. Nichols as he has helped me regain a huge amount of pain free activity in my day to day life. ”
February 13, 2025
“ Dr Nichols and his staff are great. They are friendly, professional and make you feel at ease. ”
February 4, 2025
“ Fabulous office staff and amazing competent, kind and caring Doctor !!! The Best! ”
January 28, 2025
“ The Center for Vein Restoration is Amazing! All of the staff are extremely friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming! There is never a long wait to be seen at your appointment time. Dr Keith Nichols is truly one of the BEST Doctors I have ever seen! He goes above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable after a procedure and will call you back himself when he can, even on his personal time, if needed. I cannot say enough about how refreshing it is to be a patient of his and the entire practice! ”
January 21, 2025
“ The Ladies were Amazing...The nurse that did the actual ultrasound explained her every move...Dr Nicols nurse made sure that I understood everything before I left the office and when the Dr walked in he explained the whole procedure to me...... ”
January 21, 2025
When the tiny valves in your leg veins fail to circulate blood back to the heart it can be a sign of venous disease.
The result can be:
These symptoms are often the result of venous insufficiency and are unlikely to heal on their own. This common vein condition is progressive, meaning it will get worse without treatment.
Vascular care providers at vein treatment centers use cutting-edge minimally invasive treatments available. CVR’s modern outpatient care plans are highly superior to the vein-stripping methods used in the past.
Our vein treatments include VenaSeal, a proprietary medical adhesive that safely closes off varicose veins, and ClariVein, a two-in-one approach that uses an ablation device to inject a sclerosing solution that closes the vein with a tiny rotating wire tip and destroys the diseased vein.
CVR also offers a wide variety of other treatment options, including:
• Sclerotherapy
• Radiofrequency ablation
• Endovenous laser ablation
• Ambulatory phlebectomy
Vein treatments take about an hour or less to complete, allowing patients to return to their normal routine immediately with few restrictions. No staples or stitches are needed because a simple band-aid covers the tiny incisions. Our outpatient treatments require only local anesthetics. Recovery and symptom relief are fast, with little to no scarring.
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