Laser Treatment
Our hospital's laser program treats blood vessel abnormalities (e.g., spider angiomas, selected hemangiomas, pyogenic granulomas and port-wine stains) using the most up-to-date technology. A series of laser treatments can also easily remove warts when other medical therapy has been unsuccessful. This convenient alternative is an important option for parents when choosing a treatment route.
Laser treatment is less painful than surgery and is done on an outpatient basis without putting children to sleep, resulting in little to no recovery time. In addition, treatments leave a bruise as opposed to an open wound, so there are no surgical dressings for parents to monitor and no resulting scar.
Non-invasive laser treatments are performed by Anthony J. Mancini, MD; Sarah Chamlin, MD; Brandi Kenner-Bell, MD; Lacey L. Kruse, MD; and Annette Wagner, MD, and supported by other skilled medical professionals trained exclusively to work with children. Often a parent is present in the room during treatment to lessen the child’s anxiety.
