Chuback Vein Center is the pre-eminent medical establishment uniquely designed and expertly dedicated to the treatment of venous disorders. A modern and state-of-the-art vein practice, Chuback Vein Center offers our patients the highest level of care blended with a comprehensive and results oriented approach to your medical well-being. 

Insurance

Many procedures provided here at the Chuback Vein Center are likely covered by insurance. We are skilled and experienced at working with insurance companies to assess coverage and help you navigate your benefits and co-pays.

About John Chuback MD, FACS, FICS, FCCP, FACC, RPhS

Dr. Chuback earned his M.D. degree from the New Jersey Medical School at UMDNJ, in Newark. He completed a five year General Surgical Residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch. Besides an outstanding clinical and academic experience at the main institution, the program included intensive surgical training at Beth Israel Hospital in Newark, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in Manhattan, and Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia. Subsequently, he completed his training in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at The University of Rochester Medical Center and the internationally renowned Strong Memorial Hospital, in New York.

Dr. Chuback is Board Certified in both General Surgery and Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. Currently, he is the Chief of Thoracic and Vascular Surgery at Meadowlands Hospital and his staff positions include Valley Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center and St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center. Dr. Chuback is a Fellow of The American College of Surgeons, The American College of Chest Physicians, and The International College of Surgeons. He has been one of only a few formally trained surgeons in New Jersey to pioneer the contemporary management of varicose vein disease using minimally invasive, laser based technology in the office setting. This has been a major advance in the care of New Jersey residents suffering from vein problems. Dr. Chuback lectures regularly to both the general public as well as medical and surgical communities on cutting edge approaches to vein treatment. He has also been selected by the American College of Phlebology as one of the first nationally recognized Preceptors.

VARICOSE & SPIDER VEINS TREATMENTS

Conservative Treatment

Prior to invasive treatment of venous disease and varicose veins, patients are prescribed conservative options. Such treatments include lifestyle, exercise and diet changes, and the use of compression wear. These options can help to reduce symptoms, such as pain and swelling (lymphedema), but will not treat the cause of the symptoms, which is non- or poorly-functioning veins that are pooling blood and not returning it back into the normal circulatory flow. Because of this, conservative treatment is often a temporary option, but can help those who are unable to undergo minimally invasive treatments. Exercise as medicine is one of the best options to maintain vein and circulatory health.

Injection Sclerotherapy

Prior to invasive treatment of venous disease and varicose veins, patients are prescribed conservative options. Such treatments include lifestyle, exercise and diet changes, and the use of compression wear. These options can help to reduce symptoms, such as pain and swelling (lymphedema), but will not treat the cause of the symptoms, which is non- or poorly-functioning veins that are pooling blood and not returning it back into the normal circulatory flow. Because of this, conservative treatment is often a temporary option, but can help those who are unable to undergo minimally invasive treatments. Exercise as medicine is one of the best options to maintain vein and circulatory health.

Laser Sclerotherapy

Laser sclerotherapy is effective in the treatment of very superficial, fine spider veins. In order for laser therapy to be effective, the hand piece must be traced like a pencil over individual veins. Due to the tedious nature of this technique, large areas often require multiple sessions. Patients can return to normal activity immediately after treatment and are encouraged to comply with the compression hose regimen to achieve the best results. Potential side effects of laser sclerotherapy include a few days of redness, swelling or mild discoloration (“matting”) of the skin. This typically disappears within a few weeks or months. Avoidance of direct sun exposure for two weeks following sclerotherapy is recommended. Laser sclerotherapy is often used as an adjunct to injection sclerotherapy.

Ambulatory Phlebectomy

Ambulatory Phlebectomy (also referred to as Microphlebectomy) is a minimally invasive surgical technique used to treat varicose veins that are not caused by saphenous vein reflux. During this procedure, tiny incisions are made (less than 2 - 4mm or 1/16 to 1/8 inch) over the varicose vein and a special instrument is used to remove the vein through the opening in the skin. The procedure itself usually takes less than an hour.

Recovery is rapid with patients promptly returning to normal activities following the procedure. Most patients experience little to no scarring with excellent clinical and cosmetic results.

Endovenous Laser Treatment

Endovenous Laser Ablation is the latest in minimally invasive procedures to treat varicose veins and other venous conditions. This procedure requires fewer injections and less anesthesia than more traditional treatments and offers exceptional success rates. The EVLA procedure involves the use of ultrasound to map the diseased vein. Once identified, a thin laser is inserted into a very small catheter that is directed inside the vein. Heat generated from the laser will close the vein, redirecting blood flow to surrounding healthy veins. Some bruising can occur. However most patients are highly satisfied with the results.