Dr. Kauvar has been engaged in scholarly activities, including clinical research, teaching, writing and editing journal articles and books for over 16 years. She has taught medical students, residents and fellows and directed educational sessions and programs at national and international meetings. Under the direction of Dr. Arielle Kauvar, the Clinical Research Center at New York Laser & Skin Care evaluates new and emerging technologies, devices, medications and other therapies for the treatment and diagnosis of medical and cosmetic skin problems. The Center has a dedicated study monitor and clinical research staff with multiple ongoing studies. The results of these studies are published in medical journals and presented at national and international meetings.
Our participation in research enables us to provide our patients with the most advanced care using the newest treatments and latest technologies available.
Volunteers Needed for Clinical Trials
The following trials are active at our location and are accepting patient volunteers. If you are interested in participating, please call our Research Center at 212.249.9440.
Facial Wrinkle Treatment
Would you be interested in a free laser treatment for facial wrinkles? If so, then you may qualify to participate in a research study investigating the use of a device for the reduction of facial wrinkles. Compensation is available.
Acne treatment
Male or female volunteers, age 18-40, with mild to moderate facial acne needed for a research study of an investigational device. Biopsy required. Compensation is available.
Laser Treatment for Acne
Male or female volunteers, age 18 – 40, with mild to moderate facial acne needed for a research study of an investigational device. Biopsy required; compensation available. For more information, please call the office.
Laser Removal of Tattoos
Participants should be at least 18 years of age. We are looking for large multi-colored tattoos that are at least 2 years old. Please call the office for more information about this study.
Laser Treatment of Stretch Marks
If you have a large area (at least 6" x 6") of red or white stretch marks, with no prior treatments to the area, and are willing to come in for six visits over an eight-month period, please call our office for more information.
Laser Treatment of Melasma
If you are at least 18 years old and have melasma for at least 6 months duration that has failed to respond to other treatments, and are willing are willing to come in for six visits over an eight-month period, please call our office for more information.
