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A little bit about us
Improving your quality of life is instrumental to our success. We know that you deserve the best, which is why we are always looking for the safest and most effective way of taking care of our patients. We are San Diego Vein Specialists.
A team of specialists

Mehran Moussavian, FAAC
CEO
Mehran Moussavian, FAAC
CEO
Dr. Moussavian is an extremely talented cardiologist board certified in interventional cardiology, general cardiology and internal medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the prestigious Yale University including an additional year as chief medical resident and assistant professorship thereafter. He went on to pursue his general and interventional cardiology training at Scripps Green Hospital and Research Foundation where he stood out as a top fellow, selected to become the chief cardiovascular fellow in his final year. He now practices the most cutting edge, minimally invasive surgical procedures with excellent results. In addition to clinical cardiology, Dr. Moussavian’s varied interests include prevention and treatment of peripheral vascular diseases, and stroke prevention. He is also an active participant in multiple clinical research trials and respected speaker and lecturer within the cardiology community.

Lisa Alvarez, PhD, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner, Vein Specialist
Lisa Alvarez, PhD, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner, Vein Specialist
Lisa Alvarez is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a subspecialty in cardiac and vascular disease. Originally from Eastern North Carolina, she completed her undergraduate from UNC-Chapel Hill. She then continued her education completing her Masters and ultimately her Phd from the University of San Diego. She focuses her time co-directing San Diego Vein Specialist where she is certified and coordinates the most up to date and comprehensive care for venous disease. Lisa also spends time with her two children and is an avid hiker and traveler. She is excited to be a part of the SD VEIN team and assures the most advanced care in cardiac and vascular care.

Iran Felix, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner, Vein Specialist
Iran Felix, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner, Vein Specialist
Iran Felix is an AANP Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She completed her undergraduate degree from San Diego State University and obtained her master’s degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Azusa Pacific University. Iran’s experience as a nurse practitioner has been mainly focused on Peripheral Vascular Disease with an emphasis on chronic venous insufficiency.

Melody Salgado, MSN, AGAC-NP-BC
Nurse Practitioner, Vein Specialist
Melody Salgado, MSN, AGAC-NP-BC
Nurse Practitioner, Vein Specialist
For more than 20 years, Melody’s passion has always been to provide a place of support for her patients by providing a natural solution to help them change how they see themselves and live a happier, more fulfilling life. Melody’s desire is centered around empowering her patients to feel beautiful and to be the best version of themselves. “They are the heart and soul of all I do.”
As a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner, her philosophy has been to drive continuous energy into providing her patients a high level of care- one that brings clarity and a sense of comfort in knowing their options and what to expect. Education has been a big part of Melody’s life. She received her undergraduate degree from Luzon University and obtained her master’s degree as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner at Walden University.
Raised in San Diego, California, she has three beautiful children whom she is very proud of. As technology is evolving; we find joy in keeping current with cutting-edge advancements and utilizing the most relevant methodologies in our practice. Our patients’ satisfaction and safety are paramount, and we earn their trust by carefully guiding them through the choices and benefits of several state-of-the-art treatments we offer.
SERVICES
Medical/Surgical Treatment
Our medical and surgical treatments are geared toward alleviating the symptoms that you are experiencing due to veinous insuffiency.
SERVICES
Cosmetic Treatment
Cosmetic treatments are expected to reduce the appearance of spider veins and small varicose veins. These treatments may also relieve various symptoms.

Lifestyle changes
A more conservative way of addressing varicose veins, spider veins, and other veinous insufficiencies. Changing your diet or increasing exercise can significantly lessen the pressure on your legs and improve blood flow in the veins. These lifestyle changes will not get rid of existing varicose veines, but may prevent new ones from forming.
Want to know which treatment
is right for you?
EXCELLENT Based on 102 reviews Olga Miranda2025-07-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Well, is the second time that I companion my Dad to these place because he's preparing from a procedure. On his legs. Veró M2025-07-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excelente atención de todo el personal muy amables Dra. Lisa Alvarez, Karegin Tech, Evelynn y Crystal. Muchas gracias por su profesionalismo!! Steve Russell2025-07-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great customer service and care. Evelyn, Crystal, Kerrigan and Lisa are all great people to have for treatments for vein procedures. Highly recommended. Katie Michelle2025-07-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend San Diego Vein Specialists, especially the Chula Vista East Location (765 medical center ct.)!!!! It’s a clean welcoming environment with very friendly staff! Evelyn and Crystal were amazing! They got me prepped for the procedure and taken care of after, they were very friendly and explained each step thoroughly! Dr. Lisa Alvarez is very good at what she does, she is very kind and keeps her patients comfortable and entertained during the procedure. She had a hilarious story about a coyote “chupacabra” (HAHA) that kept me thoroughly entertained and distracted through the procedure. And last but not least on the team of experts that took care of me was Kareyin the ultrasound specialist, he is always very professional and kind, he is very knowledgeable and does a spectacular job! This has been a wonderful experience all the way around and I would definitely recommend The San Diego Vein Specialists to anyone who has troublesome veins!!! Ali2025-07-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mom Lety ,,, enjoys the way they treat her !!! Very friendly staff … and quality of service 100 percent Ken Fluet2025-06-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Professional, Empathetic and Friendly are the words I describe to this office. The MA Estella provided a sense of security to me because I was slightly afraid of the procedure. She was so kind. The Tech Jackie, treated me with the professional attitude and empathetic approach to the procedure. The 'cherry' on this visit was Doctor Iran! Professional, Empathetic and Friendly most indubitably the finest Doctor I could ever hope for this procedure. Thank you Staff. Thank you Doctor Iran Felix! Araceli Gonzalez2025-06-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been coming to this facility for 10yrs or so and the service is great as well as the doctors, very professional, attentive, friendly, I recommend this place very highly. Michele Snyder2025-06-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great experience at Chula Vista East Vein Specialists. I had the pleasure to have Estella, Melody & Roxanna as my Vein Specialists. They are very knowledgeable, professional & caring! I was explained everything throughly before the treatment & also with the aftercare. Thank you for your professionalism & kindness! I'll see you again in 6 weeks. Take good care! m~ 6/4/25: I went for my second treatment at Chula Vista East Vein Specialists yesterday. This time my vein specialists were Roxanna and Stella. They work very well together as a team. Again, Roxanna and Stella were knowledgeable, professional & caring. I knew that I was in the right place! I appreciate all the extra care you took with me and I look forward to seeing you next time. Thanks again! m~
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