The Dermatology Department at Children’s Hospital New Orleans offers
laser therapy as an effective treatment option for children with vascular
birthmarks and scars. Pulsed dye laser therapy targets the tiny blood
vessels within the skin to reduce the appearance of the lesion. In order
to achieve optimal results, most individuals require a series of treatments.
The number of treatments needed varies for each individual.
Laser therapy is a minimally invasive treatment that can be performed in
the office setting. When needed, topical anesthetic cream is used to reduce
associated discomfort. Depending on the size, location, and extent of
the skin lesion as well as the child's age, the procedure may be performed
under anesthesia. Parents are informed and involved in every step of the process.
Laser therapy is typically well tolerated with minimal discomfort after
the procedure. Patients and their caregivers will be instructed on post
operative management recommendations following the treatment.
Refer a patient
The Laser Therapy Clinic takes place at the Metairie Clinic once a month.
For patients needing mild sedation, the procedures are scheduled at the
main campus at Children’s Hospital. This is an internally scheduled
clinic. Patients are scheduled into the Laser Therapy Clinic after an
initial evaluation by their dermatologist. Referring providers may submit
a request for evaluation through Epic or by contacting the Pediatric Dermatology
office at the numbers below.
Scheduling Department Phone: 504.896.2888
Fax: 504.896.2889
