Vascular Anomalies Center of Excellence

Our multidisciplinary team has extensive experience in the diagnoses and treatment of all types of vascular anomalies.

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Internationally Recognized Vascular Anomalies Center

With a 30-year history, the Vascular Anomalies Center at Arkansas Children's is an internationally recognized leader in treating and researching adult and pediatric congenital vascular anomalies. The multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive, cutting-edge surgical and medical treatment for a wide range of vascular tumors and vascular malformations. We provide care to more than 900 patients each year, from simple tumors and malformations to more complex vascular anomalies. The center is known worldwide for its research, minimally invasive outpatient treatment methods and excellent outcomes. That's why parents from all over the United States and other parts of the world entrust their children with our team of specialists.

Collaborative Expertise

  • A comprehensive, multidisciplinary vascular anomalies team
  • National and international referral base
  • Strong commitment to treating the whole patient, beginning with the correct diagnosis and education, then moving to treatment options, including medical, surgical and laser therapy.
  • Our experts have published books and articles on PubMed, which have been shared with various institutions nationally and internationally.
  • Our team members attend and present at the International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies to stay updated on advancements in the field.

Vascular Anomalies Outcomes

With over 30 years of experience treating vascular birthmarks, our VASCULAR ANOMALIES Center of Excellence leads patient care and research. The high-volume clinic addresses simple and complex vascular anomalies through a 30-member team from 15 disciplines. The center employs multimodal treatment approaches, including laser therapy, sclerotherapy, advanced surgical methods and medical therapy to provide personalized care. The center is also a research pioneer, advancing the field through numerous prominent publications and a dedicated molecular biology program. 

By the Numbers

  • 1,000+ outpatient clinic and telehealth visits
  • 170 out-of-state visits across 18 states
  • 459 vascular anomalies surgical cases

Data for “By the Numbers” from CY24, unless otherwise noted.

Your Vascular Anomalies Care Team

With over 30 years of experience treating vascular birthmarks, the Arkansas Children‘s Vascular Anomalies Center of Excellence leads patient care and research. The high-volume clinic addresses simple and complex vascular anomalies through 15 disciplines. The center employs several treatment approaches, including laser therapy, sclerotherapy, advanced surgical methods and medical therapy to provide personalized care.

Medical Director

Service chief, Otolaryngology & Surgical director, Vascular Anomalies

The purpose of the ENT team is to evaluate and manage conditions that involve the airway, head, and neck. They are offer procedures such as sclerotherapy, surgical excision, or reconstruction.

This team plays a role in the diagnosing, managing and treatment of vascular anomalies. They are great in recognizing clinical manifestations of vascular malformations and birthmarks.

Our general surgery team evaluates and manages our large or small vascular malformations that need debulking or excision. The specific surgical approach depends on the type and location of the malformation.

The purpose of the Genetics team is to review your medical and family history, and to examine you or your child to aid in diagnosing their condition. They help understand the specific genetic mutation and affected pathways to help develop targeted therapies.

The purpose of our Gynecologist is to evaluate the vascular malformations that can develop specifically in the female reproductive organs and help manage the hormonal changes that can cause symptoms to occur.

The Hematology/Oncology team provides specialized medical therapies and manages complications like bleeding, clotting, and growth-related issues. They are involved in assessing underlying genetic mutations associated with specific vascular anomalies.

Our team of radiologists play a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment vascular anomalies. They offer minimally invasive treatments such as embolization and sclerotherapy to reduce the risk of complications and to improve patient outcomes.

The purpose of our Orthopedics team is to evaluate and manage the musculoskeletal issues of vascular anomalies. These include leg length discrepancies, joint concerns, functional limitations, pain, and deformity.

This team is trained to assess and manage vascular anomalies in ways such as staged excision or various methods of reconstruction if needed.

Our psychologist plays a vital role in addressing the emotional and psychological impact of living with these conditions, particularly those that affect appearance or function. Vascular anomalies can cause physical and functional challenges that can negatively affect mental health and overall wellbeing. This team also provides support and guidance to the families helping them understand the condition.

Related Services

Patient Stories

Exceptional Vascular Anomalies Care for Children From Any Region

Locations

Become a Patient

As one of the Arkansas Children’s nurse care coordinators, I would like to welcome you to our Vascular Anomalies Center. My role is to help facilitate and coordinate the care you will receive among our specialties within our multidisciplinary vascular anomalies team. We can be contacted by phone, email or fax should you have any questions

Amber Smith, RN/CPN
VascularAnomaliesCenter@archildrens.org
Phone: 501-364-1877 or Fax: 501-364-4790

Traveling to Arkansas Children's?

The Regional Care Center helps families traveling from another state or country receive world-class pediatric care before, during and after your stay.

Learn more about the Regional Care Center

Blogs

Internationally Recognized Vascular Anomalies Center

With a 30-year history, the Vascular Anomalies Center at Arkansas Children's is an internationally recognized leader in treating and researching adult and pediatric congenital vascular anomalies. The multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive, cutting-edge surgical and medical treatment for a wide range of vascular tumors and vascular malformations. We provide care to more than 900 patients each year, from simple tumors and malformations to more complex vascular anomalies. The center is known worldwide for its research, minimally invasive outpatient treatment methods and excellent outcomes. That's why parents from all over the United States and other parts of the world entrust their children with our team of specialists.

Collaborative Expertise

  • A comprehensive, multidisciplinary vascular anomalies team
  • National and international referral base
  • Strong commitment to treating the whole patient, beginning with the correct diagnosis and education, then moving to treatment options, including medical, surgical and laser therapy.
  • Our experts have published books and articles on PubMed, which have been shared with various institutions nationally and internationally.
  • Our team members attend and present at the International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies to stay updated on advancements in the field.

Vascular Anomalies Outcomes

With over 30 years of experience treating vascular birthmarks, our VASCULAR ANOMALIES Center of Excellence leads patient care and research. The high-volume clinic addresses simple and complex vascular anomalies through a 30-member team from 15 disciplines. The center employs multimodal treatment approaches, including laser therapy, sclerotherapy, advanced surgical methods and medical therapy to provide personalized care. The center is also a research pioneer, advancing the field through numerous prominent publications and a dedicated molecular biology program. 

By the Numbers

  • 1,000+ outpatient clinic and telehealth visits
  • 170 out-of-state visits across 18 states
  • 459 vascular anomalies surgical cases

Data for “By the Numbers” from CY24, unless otherwise noted.

Your Vascular Anomalies Care Team

With over 30 years of experience treating vascular birthmarks, the Arkansas Children‘s Vascular Anomalies Center of Excellence leads patient care and research. The high-volume clinic addresses simple and complex vascular anomalies through 15 disciplines. The center employs several treatment approaches, including laser therapy, sclerotherapy, advanced surgical methods and medical therapy to provide personalized care.

Medical Director

Service chief, Otolaryngology & Surgical director, Vascular Anomalies

The purpose of the ENT team is to evaluate and manage conditions that involve the airway, head, and neck. They are offer procedures such as sclerotherapy, surgical excision, or reconstruction.

This team plays a role in the diagnosing, managing and treatment of vascular anomalies. They are great in recognizing clinical manifestations of vascular malformations and birthmarks.

Our general surgery team evaluates and manages our large or small vascular malformations that need debulking or excision. The specific surgical approach depends on the type and location of the malformation.

The purpose of the Genetics team is to review your medical and family history, and to examine you or your child to aid in diagnosing their condition. They help understand the specific genetic mutation and affected pathways to help develop targeted therapies.

The purpose of our Gynecologist is to evaluate the vascular malformations that can develop specifically in the female reproductive organs and help manage the hormonal changes that can cause symptoms to occur.

The Hematology/Oncology team provides specialized medical therapies and manages complications like bleeding, clotting, and growth-related issues. They are involved in assessing underlying genetic mutations associated with specific vascular anomalies.

Our team of radiologists play a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment vascular anomalies. They offer minimally invasive treatments such as embolization and sclerotherapy to reduce the risk of complications and to improve patient outcomes.

The purpose of our Orthopedics team is to evaluate and manage the musculoskeletal issues of vascular anomalies. These include leg length discrepancies, joint concerns, functional limitations, pain, and deformity.

This team is trained to assess and manage vascular anomalies in ways such as staged excision or various methods of reconstruction if needed.

Our psychologist plays a vital role in addressing the emotional and psychological impact of living with these conditions, particularly those that affect appearance or function. Vascular anomalies can cause physical and functional challenges that can negatively affect mental health and overall wellbeing. This team also provides support and guidance to the families helping them understand the condition.

Related Services

Patient Stories

Exceptional Vascular Anomalies Care for Children From Any Region

Locations

Become a Patient

As one of the Arkansas Children’s nurse care coordinators, I would like to welcome you to our Vascular Anomalies Center. My role is to help facilitate and coordinate the care you will receive among our specialties within our multidisciplinary vascular anomalies team. We can be contacted by phone, email or fax should you have any questions

Amber Smith, RN/CPN
VascularAnomaliesCenter@archildrens.org
Phone: 501-364-1877 or Fax: 501-364-4790

Traveling to Arkansas Children's?

The Regional Care Center helps families traveling from another state or country receive world-class pediatric care before, during and after your stay.

Learn more about the Regional Care Center

Blogs

Internationally Recognized Vascular Anomalies Center

With a 30-year history, the Vascular Anomalies Center at Arkansas Children's is an internationally recognized leader in treating and researching adult and pediatric congenital vascular anomalies. The multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive, cutting-edge surgical and medical treatment for a wide range of vascular tumors and vascular malformations. We provide care to more than 900 patients each year, from simple tumors and malformations to more complex vascular anomalies. The center is known worldwide for its research, minimally invasive outpatient treatment methods and excellent outcomes. That's why parents from all over the United States and other parts of the world entrust their children with our team of specialists.

Collaborative Expertise

  • A comprehensive, multidisciplinary vascular anomalies team
  • National and international referral base
  • Strong commitment to treating the whole patient, beginning with the correct diagnosis and education, then moving to treatment options, including medical, surgical and laser therapy.
  • Our experts have published books and articles on PubMed, which have been shared with various institutions nationally and internationally.
  • Our team members attend and present at the International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies to stay updated on advancements in the field.

Vascular Anomalies Outcomes

With over 30 years of experience treating vascular birthmarks, our VASCULAR ANOMALIES Center of Excellence leads patient care and research. The high-volume clinic addresses simple and complex vascular anomalies through a 30-member team from 15 disciplines. The center employs multimodal treatment approaches, including laser therapy, sclerotherapy, advanced surgical methods and medical therapy to provide personalized care. The center is also a research pioneer, advancing the field through numerous prominent publications and a dedicated molecular biology program. 

By the Numbers

  • 1,000+ outpatient clinic and telehealth visits
  • 170 out-of-state visits across 18 states
  • 459 vascular anomalies surgical cases

Data for “By the Numbers” from CY24, unless otherwise noted.

Your Vascular Anomalies Care Team

With over 30 years of experience treating vascular birthmarks, the Arkansas Children‘s Vascular Anomalies Center of Excellence leads patient care and research. The high-volume clinic addresses simple and complex vascular anomalies through 15 disciplines. The center employs several treatment approaches, including laser therapy, sclerotherapy, advanced surgical methods and medical therapy to provide personalized care.

Medical Director

Service chief, Otolaryngology & Surgical director, Vascular Anomalies

The purpose of the ENT team is to evaluate and manage conditions that involve the airway, head, and neck. They are offer procedures such as sclerotherapy, surgical excision, or reconstruction.

This team plays a role in the diagnosing, managing and treatment of vascular anomalies. They are great in recognizing clinical manifestations of vascular malformations and birthmarks.

Our general surgery team evaluates and manages our large or small vascular malformations that need debulking or excision. The specific surgical approach depends on the type and location of the malformation.

The purpose of the Genetics team is to review your medical and family history, and to examine you or your child to aid in diagnosing their condition. They help understand the specific genetic mutation and affected pathways to help develop targeted therapies.

The purpose of our Gynecologist is to evaluate the vascular malformations that can develop specifically in the female reproductive organs and help manage the hormonal changes that can cause symptoms to occur.

The Hematology/Oncology team provides specialized medical therapies and manages complications like bleeding, clotting, and growth-related issues. They are involved in assessing underlying genetic mutations associated with specific vascular anomalies.

Our team of radiologists play a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment vascular anomalies. They offer minimally invasive treatments such as embolization and sclerotherapy to reduce the risk of complications and to improve patient outcomes.

The purpose of our Orthopedics team is to evaluate and manage the musculoskeletal issues of vascular anomalies. These include leg length discrepancies, joint concerns, functional limitations, pain, and deformity.

This team is trained to assess and manage vascular anomalies in ways such as staged excision or various methods of reconstruction if needed.

Our psychologist plays a vital role in addressing the emotional and psychological impact of living with these conditions, particularly those that affect appearance or function. Vascular anomalies can cause physical and functional challenges that can negatively affect mental health and overall wellbeing. This team also provides support and guidance to the families helping them understand the condition.

Related Services

Patient Stories

Exceptional Vascular Anomalies Care for Children From Any Region

Locations

Become a Patient

As one of the Arkansas Children’s nurse care coordinators, I would like to welcome you to our Vascular Anomalies Center. My role is to help facilitate and coordinate the care you will receive among our specialties within our multidisciplinary vascular anomalies team. We can be contacted by phone, email or fax should you have any questions

Amber Smith, RN/CPN
VascularAnomaliesCenter@archildrens.org
Phone: 501-364-1877 or Fax: 501-364-4790

Traveling to Arkansas Children's?

The Regional Care Center helps families traveling from another state or country receive world-class pediatric care before, during and after your stay.

Learn more about the Regional Care Center

Blogs

Internationally Recognized Vascular Anomalies Center

With a 30-year history, the Vascular Anomalies Center at Arkansas Children's is an internationally recognized leader in treating and researching adult and pediatric congenital vascular anomalies. The multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive, cutting-edge surgical and medical treatment for a wide range of vascular tumors and vascular malformations. We provide care to more than 900 patients each year, from simple tumors and malformations to more complex vascular anomalies. The center is known worldwide for its research, minimally invasive outpatient treatment methods and excellent outcomes. That's why parents from all over the United States and other parts of the world entrust their children with our team of specialists.

Collaborative Expertise

  • A comprehensive, multidisciplinary vascular anomalies team
  • National and international referral base
  • Strong commitment to treating the whole patient, beginning with the correct diagnosis and education, then moving to treatment options, including medical, surgical and laser therapy.
  • Our experts have published books and articles on PubMed, which have been shared with various institutions nationally and internationally.
  • Our team members attend and present at the International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies to stay updated on advancements in the field.

Vascular Anomalies Outcomes

With over 30 years of experience treating vascular birthmarks, our VASCULAR ANOMALIES Center of Excellence leads patient care and research. The high-volume clinic addresses simple and complex vascular anomalies through a 30-member team from 15 disciplines. The center employs multimodal treatment approaches, including laser therapy, sclerotherapy, advanced surgical methods and medical therapy to provide personalized care. The center is also a research pioneer, advancing the field through numerous prominent publications and a dedicated molecular biology program. 

By the Numbers

  • 1,000+ outpatient clinic and telehealth visits
  • 170 out-of-state visits across 18 states
  • 459 vascular anomalies surgical cases

Data for “By the Numbers” from CY24, unless otherwise noted.

Your Vascular Anomalies Care Team

With over 30 years of experience treating vascular birthmarks, the Arkansas Children‘s Vascular Anomalies Center of Excellence leads patient care and research. The high-volume clinic addresses simple and complex vascular anomalies through 15 disciplines. The center employs several treatment approaches, including laser therapy, sclerotherapy, advanced surgical methods and medical therapy to provide personalized care.

Medical Director

Service chief, Otolaryngology & Surgical director, Vascular Anomalies

The purpose of the ENT team is to evaluate and manage conditions that involve the airway, head, and neck. They are offer procedures such as sclerotherapy, surgical excision, or reconstruction.

This team plays a role in the diagnosing, managing and treatment of vascular anomalies. They are great in recognizing clinical manifestations of vascular malformations and birthmarks.

Our general surgery team evaluates and manages our large or small vascular malformations that need debulking or excision. The specific surgical approach depends on the type and location of the malformation.

The purpose of the Genetics team is to review your medical and family history, and to examine you or your child to aid in diagnosing their condition. They help understand the specific genetic mutation and affected pathways to help develop targeted therapies.

The purpose of our Gynecologist is to evaluate the vascular malformations that can develop specifically in the female reproductive organs and help manage the hormonal changes that can cause symptoms to occur.

The Hematology/Oncology team provides specialized medical therapies and manages complications like bleeding, clotting, and growth-related issues. They are involved in assessing underlying genetic mutations associated with specific vascular anomalies.

Our team of radiologists play a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment vascular anomalies. They offer minimally invasive treatments such as embolization and sclerotherapy to reduce the risk of complications and to improve patient outcomes.

The purpose of our Orthopedics team is to evaluate and manage the musculoskeletal issues of vascular anomalies. These include leg length discrepancies, joint concerns, functional limitations, pain, and deformity.

This team is trained to assess and manage vascular anomalies in ways such as staged excision or various methods of reconstruction if needed.

Our psychologist plays a vital role in addressing the emotional and psychological impact of living with these conditions, particularly those that affect appearance or function. Vascular anomalies can cause physical and functional challenges that can negatively affect mental health and overall wellbeing. This team also provides support and guidance to the families helping them understand the condition.

Related Services

Patient Stories

Exceptional Vascular Anomalies Care for Children From Any Region

Locations

Become a Patient

As one of the Arkansas Children’s nurse care coordinators, I would like to welcome you to our Vascular Anomalies Center. My role is to help facilitate and coordinate the care you will receive among our specialties within our multidisciplinary vascular anomalies team. We can be contacted by phone, email or fax should you have any questions

Amber Smith, RN/CPN
VascularAnomaliesCenter@archildrens.org
Phone: 501-364-1877 or Fax: 501-364-4790

Traveling to Arkansas Children's?

The Regional Care Center helps families traveling from another state or country receive world-class pediatric care before, during and after your stay.

Learn more about the Regional Care Center

Blogs

Internationally Recognized Vascular Anomalies Center

With a 30-year history, the Vascular Anomalies Center at Arkansas Children's is an internationally recognized leader in treating and researching adult and pediatric congenital vascular anomalies. The multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive, cutting-edge surgical and medical treatment for a wide range of vascular tumors and vascular malformations. We provide care to more than 900 patients each year, from simple tumors and malformations to more complex vascular anomalies. The center is known worldwide for its research, minimally invasive outpatient treatment methods and excellent outcomes. That's why parents from all over the United States and other parts of the world entrust their children with our team of specialists.

Collaborative Expertise

  • A comprehensive, multidisciplinary vascular anomalies team
  • National and international referral base
  • Strong commitment to treating the whole patient, beginning with the correct diagnosis and education, then moving to treatment options, including medical, surgical and laser therapy.
  • Our experts have published books and articles on PubMed, which have been shared with various institutions nationally and internationally.
  • Our team members attend and present at the International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies to stay updated on advancements in the field.

Vascular Anomalies Outcomes

With over 30 years of experience treating vascular birthmarks, our VASCULAR ANOMALIES Center of Excellence leads patient care and research. The high-volume clinic addresses simple and complex vascular anomalies through a 30-member team from 15 disciplines. The center employs multimodal treatment approaches, including laser therapy, sclerotherapy, advanced surgical methods and medical therapy to provide personalized care. The center is also a research pioneer, advancing the field through numerous prominent publications and a dedicated molecular biology program. 

By the Numbers

  • 1,000+ outpatient clinic and telehealth visits
  • 170 out-of-state visits across 18 states
  • 459 vascular anomalies surgical cases

Data for “By the Numbers” from CY24, unless otherwise noted.

Your Vascular Anomalies Care Team

With over 30 years of experience treating vascular birthmarks, the Arkansas Children‘s Vascular Anomalies Center of Excellence leads patient care and research. The high-volume clinic addresses simple and complex vascular anomalies through 15 disciplines. The center employs several treatment approaches, including laser therapy, sclerotherapy, advanced surgical methods and medical therapy to provide personalized care.

Medical Director

Service chief, Otolaryngology & Surgical director, Vascular Anomalies

The purpose of the ENT team is to evaluate and manage conditions that involve the airway, head, and neck. They are offer procedures such as sclerotherapy, surgical excision, or reconstruction.

This team plays a role in the diagnosing, managing and treatment of vascular anomalies. They are great in recognizing clinical manifestations of vascular malformations and birthmarks.

Our general surgery team evaluates and manages our large or small vascular malformations that need debulking or excision. The specific surgical approach depends on the type and location of the malformation.

The purpose of the Genetics team is to review your medical and family history, and to examine you or your child to aid in diagnosing their condition. They help understand the specific genetic mutation and affected pathways to help develop targeted therapies.

The purpose of our Gynecologist is to evaluate the vascular malformations that can develop specifically in the female reproductive organs and help manage the hormonal changes that can cause symptoms to occur.

The Hematology/Oncology team provides specialized medical therapies and manages complications like bleeding, clotting, and growth-related issues. They are involved in assessing underlying genetic mutations associated with specific vascular anomalies.

Our team of radiologists play a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment vascular anomalies. They offer minimally invasive treatments such as embolization and sclerotherapy to reduce the risk of complications and to improve patient outcomes.

The purpose of our Orthopedics team is to evaluate and manage the musculoskeletal issues of vascular anomalies. These include leg length discrepancies, joint concerns, functional limitations, pain, and deformity.

This team is trained to assess and manage vascular anomalies in ways such as staged excision or various methods of reconstruction if needed.

Our psychologist plays a vital role in addressing the emotional and psychological impact of living with these conditions, particularly those that affect appearance or function. Vascular anomalies can cause physical and functional challenges that can negatively affect mental health and overall wellbeing. This team also provides support and guidance to the families helping them understand the condition.

Related Services

Patient Stories

Exceptional Vascular Anomalies Care for Children From Any Region

Locations

Become a Patient

As one of the Arkansas Children’s nurse care coordinators, I would like to welcome you to our Vascular Anomalies Center. My role is to help facilitate and coordinate the care you will receive among our specialties within our multidisciplinary vascular anomalies team. We can be contacted by phone, email or fax should you have any questions

Amber Smith, RN/CPN
VascularAnomaliesCenter@archildrens.org
Phone: 501-364-1877 or Fax: 501-364-4790

Traveling to Arkansas Children's?

The Regional Care Center helps families traveling from another state or country receive world-class pediatric care before, during and after your stay.

Learn more about the Regional Care Center

Blogs

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