Laser Vein Treatment
Consultations offered at our two convenient locations in Florham Park, NJ and Somerville, NJ
Most of our veins are hidden below the surface, where they can’t be seen. Sometimes, however, a combination of factors—including thin skin and poor blood flow—causes some vessels to become visible beneath the skin. Whether the problem is thin spider veins or thicker varicose veins, a laser vein treatment from New Jersey’s The Peer Group can help.
Our board-certified physicians administer each laser vein treatment at the practice, using their medical education and experience to target unneeded veins with precision and care. Unlike some strategies that involve injections or inserting devices into the veins to collapse them, this nonsurgical treatment involves nothing more than light energy. There are no incisions or injections.
Contact The Peer Group about laser vein treatment in New Jersey. Request a consultation online, or call 973-822-3000.
Procedure
Sun exposure, skin that thins with age, a sedentary lifestyle, circulation problems, and chronic health conditions can cause certain veins to become visible. Thin, red, web-like lines on the face are known as spider veins, while ropier veins that form on the legs are referred to as varicose veins.
A laser vein treatment addresses these unwanted visible vessels by targeting hemoglobin, which are pigmented cells in the blood. These red- to purple-colored cells absorb light emitted from the laser vein treatment device, causing them to rapidly heat up. This heat collapses and seals off the vessel so that blood can no longer flow through it. In time, the damaged and isolated vessels are broken down and absorbed by the body.
Because there are thousands of deeper veins to carry blood as needed, this treatment doesn’t negatively impact the circulatory system.
The Peer Group uses the Nd:Yag laser for laser vein treatments, employing the same device we use to safely reduce hair follicles.
Treatment Details
The laser vein treatment process begins with a consultation so that one of The Peer Group’s physicians can examine the vessels in question and create an appropriate treatment plan. While spider veins are a cosmetic issue, varicose veins can be uncomfortable or even painful and may indicate underlying health problems, so a diagnosis is important.
The warmth generated by the laser light is generally well-tolerated, but certain parts of the body may be more sensitive than others. A session may last 15 to 30 minutes but may take longer depending on how many areas are being treated.
Recovery & Results
Laser energy typically causes the skin to turn red and be especially sensitive for a day or two after a laser vein treatment. These sunburn-like sensations will fade on their own, and no special care or downtime is needed—aside from ensuring the treated area is protected from any intense sun exposure.
The natural processes that break down the veins so they are no longer visible take weeks, so expect gradual results. Typically, it just takes a single session to provide optimal results, but some patients have widespread vein concerns that require multiple visits.
Available Options
Laser hair reduction, laser skin resurfacing, and laser scar revision all make use of single-wavelength light devices to improve the look of the skin. Another versatile option, IPL (intense pulsed light), can be broadly applied to address several cosmetic concerns. The right treatment for you will depend on your aesthetic goals. Contact The Peer Group to learn more.
Contact
Ready for laser hair reduction at New Jersey′s The Peer Group? Patients in Livingston, Morristown, the surrounding communities, and beyond can reach out today by requesting a consultation online or calling 973-822-3000.
About Dr. Isaac Starker
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · The Peer Group for Plastic Surgery
- Board certification
- American Board of Plastic Surgery (verify)
- Education and training
- Undergraduate: New York University, 1977, B.A
- Medical School: New York University School of Medicine, June 1981, M.D
- Residency: Montefiore Medical Center – Albert Einstein College of Medicine, July 1986 – June 1988, Plastic Surgery, Chief Resident, July 1987 – June 1988
- Fellowship: The Roosevelt Hospital, Drs. J.W. Littler and R.G. Eaton, January 1989 – December 1989, Hand Surgery
- MD, NYU School of Medicine
- Plastic surgery training, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Doctor of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine (1981)
- Internship, General Surgery, The Roosevelt Hospital (1981–1982)
- Residency, General Surgery, The Roosevelt Hospital, Chief Resident (1982–1986)
- Hospital affiliations
- Morristown Medical Center
- Attending, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, NJ
- Attending, St. Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ
- Attending, St. Luke's/Roosevelt Emergency Department (1988–1989)
- Memberships
- American Medical Association
- Medical Society of New Jersey
- Morris County Medical Society
- American College of Surgeons
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons
- New York Regional Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons
- President, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (2005)
- President of the medical staff, Morristown Memorial Hospital (2008-2009)
- Board of Trustees, Atlantic Health System (2008-2010)
- Chief, Plastic Surgery Section, Morristown Medical Center (most recently 2014 and 2015)
- Served on his local Board of Health for many years
- Lipoplasty Society of North America (1998–2000)
- Leo M. Davidoff Society
- Beta Lambda Sigma Honor Society
- Caducean Premed Honor Society
- Secretary/Treasurer, Morristown Memorial Hospital Medical Staff (2004–2005)
- Vice President, Morristown Memorial Hospital Medical Staff (2006–2007)
- Chairman, Atlantic Health Leadership Committee (2010)
- Vice-Chairman, Department of Surgery, Morristown Medical Center (Dec. 2010 – present)
- Section Chief, Plastic Surgery, Morristown Medical Center (2014–2016)
- Member, Board of Health, Madison, NJ (1996–2007)
- Member, Executive Committee, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (1998–2007)
- President, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (2006–2007)
- Trustee, Peer Foundation for Plastic Surgery and Rehabilitation (2005-present)
- Awards
- Castle Connolly Top Doctors, Women's Health, 2024
- Top Doctors, Morris & Essex Magazine, 2025
- Top Doctors 2024: Plastic Surgery, Castle Connolly
- Top Doctor, NJ Monthly 2006-2019
- Top Doctors, Millburn-Short Hills Magazine 2016
- Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd., Top Docs NY Metro Area 2007-2012, 2016, 2019-2022
- Castle Connolly, Regional Top Doctor 2012, 2013
- NJ Savvy Living, 2006-2009
- NJ Savvy Living, New Jersey’s Best Beauty Doctor, Feb. 2010 Issue, Jan. 2011 Issue
- America’s Cosmetic Doctors, 1st Edition, 2004
- Top Doctors, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2010-2018
- Top Doctors for Women’s Health, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2015 and 2016
- Top Doctors for Cancer, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2014-2016
- Best Doctors, Inc., Best Doctors in America, Listed consecutively since 1996-2016
- Consumers’ Research Council of America, Guide to America’s Top Plastic Surgeons, 2010-2012
- Voted Best Cosmetic Surgeon, The Daily Record Reader’s Choice, 2009-2010
- 2013 Vitals Patient Choice Award
- 2014 Vitals Top 10 Doctor
- NJ Top Docs
- America’s Best Plastic Surgeons, Newsweek, 2024
- Top Doc, New Jersey Monthly magazine (1996, 1998, 2006–2018)
- Best Dr.'s In America, Northeast Region, Woodward/White (1996–1997)
- Best Dr.'s in NY Metro Area, Castle/Connolly (1999–2021)
- Best Doctors, Best Doctors, Inc. (2001–2014)
- America's Cosmetic Doctors and Dentists Consumer Guide (2003, 2006)
- Top Doctors, Inside Jersey magazine (2011–2021)
- New Jersey Best Beauty Doctor, NJSavvy Living (February 2010)
- Cum Laude, New York University
- Founder's Day Award, New York University
- Dean's List, New York University
- Glover C. Arnold Award for excellence in Surgery, New York University School of Medicine
- Certificate of Distinction as Outstanding House Officer, Leo M. Davidoff Society, Montefiore Medical Center
- NPI
- 1932175536
- Offices
- Florham Park · Somerville
