About Us
Welcome to The Vein Care Center
The Vein Care Center specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vein disorders—including varicose vein treatment in Chicago, spider vein removal, and leg ulcers—and offers a full spectrum of aesthetic services. All procedures are performed in an office setting without surgery using state-of-the-art techniques. We have two convenient locations in Oak Park and Wilmette, IL—serving Evanston, Berwyn, River Forest, Skokie, Glenview, and all of Chicagoland.
For 25 years, The Vein Care Center has been led by experienced, board certified physicians dedicated to expert vein care and aesthetic treatments at our Oak Park and Wilmette locations.
Our Physicians
Meet our medical team
Board certifications, education, and full biographies for each member of our physician team.

Our Physicians
Thomas Francis Drost, M.D.
Board Certified Surgeon
Board Certifications
- American Board of Surgery
Education & Training
- Medical School
- University of Nevada, Reno
- Doctor of Medicine
- Residency
- USF Health Morsani College of Medicine
Fellowship
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
Biography
Thomas Francis Drost, M.D., is a board certified surgeon who supports patient care at The Vein Care Center. He brings surgical training and experience to our team serving patients in Oak Park, Wilmette, and throughout Chicagoland.

Kristen Hayes, M.D.
Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physician
Board Certifications
- American Board of Emergency Medicine
Education & Training
- Bachelor's
- University of Virginia
- Medical School
- University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago
- Doctor of Medicine
- Residency
- Advocate Christ Medical Center
- Emergency Medicine
Biography
Kristen Hayes, M.D., is a board certified emergency medicine physician who supports patient care at The Vein Care Center. She brings broad clinical experience from academic and community settings to our Oak Park and Wilmette locations.
Questions about our physicians? Contact our team.

Our Practice
The Vein Care Center specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vein disorders—including varicose vein treatment in Chicago, spider vein removal, and leg ulcers—and offers a full spectrum of aesthetic services. All procedures are performed in an office setting without surgery using state-of-the-art techniques.
We have two convenient locations in Oak Park and Wilmette, IL—serving Evanston, Berwyn, River Forest, Skokie, Glenview, and all of Chicagoland.
For 25 years, The Vein Care Center has been led by experienced, board certified physicians dedicated to expert vein care and aesthetic treatments at our Oak Park and Wilmette locations.
Our Mission
What guides our care
Physician-Led Care
Board certified physicians guide every aspect of your treatment plan.
Personalized Care
Treatment tailored to your symptoms, anatomy, and goals.
Patient Comfort
Minimally invasive procedures with attentive, compassionate care—no hospitalization required.
Ready to take the first step toward
healthier legs?
We have two convenient locations in Oak Park and Wilmette, IL—serving Evanston, Berwyn, River Forest, Skokie, Glenview, and all of Chicagoland. All procedures are performed in an office setting without surgery using state-of-the-art techniques. Book at our Oak Park or Wilmette clinic—or give us a call.
