Vein Institute of New Jersey

11/27/2025

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from The Vein Institute of New Jersey! 🦃

As we gather with family and friends, we are especially grateful for our incredible patients, dedicated staff, and the communities we serve across New Jersey.

Your trust in our team inspires us every day, and we are honored to be part of your health and wellness journey.

Wishing you a holiday filled with warmth, gratitude, and good health.
Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂❤️

11/25/2025

Always delighted to share the positive experiences our patients have with our doctors ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"From the initial phone call to the last suture, this experience was seamlessly perfect. The person on the other end of the phone was always incredibly helpful and attentive, the office staff is beyond warm and inviting, and Dr. Sales is the pinnacle example of professionalism mixed with the best bedside manner I've ever bared witness to. And the end results speak for themselves. Thank you to Dr. Sales and his amazing staff for making the entire process perfect." –Jillian C.

11/23/2025

Staff Spotlight: Meet Stephanie Araujo! 🌟

Westfield Office Manager & Medical Assistant

Today we’re excited to shine a spotlight on Stephanie Araujo, the driving force behind our Westfield office. With her can-do attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed, Stephanie helps ensure our office runs seamlessly every single day. She’s not only an incredible support to our doctors and staff — she’s a calming, trusted presence for our patients.

🌿 Her Journey Before the Vein Institute
Before joining the Vein Institute of NJ, Stephanie worked at Advocare Pediatric Ophthalmology Associates, and prior to that at Trinitas Hospital in both Pulmonology and Cardiology. Her background in patient-focused care shows in everything she does.

🩺 Her Role Here
As Office Manager and Medical Assistant, Stephanie leads the Westfield office with professionalism, compassion, and a commitment to excellence.

💙 What She Loves Most
“I enjoy the patient care — being someone patients look to for help and comfort during a rough time in their lives.”

⭐ One Word That Describes the Vein Institute:
Excelsior.

✨ Most Rewarding Part of Her Job
The meaningful connections she builds with patients and her team.

🌼 Outside the Office
When she’s not making the Westfield office a welcoming place, Stephanie enjoys:
• Spending time with family and friends
• Baking
• Singing karaoke
• Being a very proud soccer mom to her two boys

🎉 Fun Fact
Stephanie is afraid of clowns, has five deeply meaningful tattoos, and her go-to drink is Prosecco!

Please join us in celebrating Stephanie for everything she brings to our Westfield office and to the entire Vein Institute community! 💙👏

11/22/2025

Leading the Way in Blood Clot Removal Procedures

The Vein Institute of NJ is a leader in Endovascular Thrombectomy (EVT) — a minimally invasive, highly effective treatment for removing dangerous blood clots caused by Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), which can lead to a pulmonary embolism (PE).

With 18 board-certified vascular surgeons, advanced technology, and decades of expertise, our team is committed to delivering the safest, most effective care for patients facing complex vascular conditions.

Learn how EVT works and why the Vein Institute continues to set the standard in vascular and endovascular medicine.

11/22/2025

🩺 THE DOCTOR IS IN: Quick Chats with our Physicians 🩺

Jonathan A. Levison, MD, FACS joined the practice in 1999 and is board certified in vascular surgery. Dr. Levison is well versed in all techniques of endovascular surgery and holds an expertise in open aortic surgery and dialysis access.

Here is chats about his passion for vein care . . .

11/15/2025

🌟 We are thrilled to welcome our two newest Physician Assistants to the Vein Institute of New Jersey team! 🌟

🎉 Meet Bijal Parmar, PA‑C
Bijal joined our team in 2025 and brings a wealth of experience in vascular surgery and interventional radiology. Her surgical background includes assisting in complex open and endovascular procedures—such as aneurysm repairs, bypass surgeries, carotid interventions, and dialysis access creation and maintenance.

🎉 Meet Victoria Lora, PA‑C
Victoria also joined our team in 2025 and offers strong expertise in interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and cardiac imaging. Her passion for medicine began early through hands-on volunteer work as an EMT and leadership roles with her hometown ambulance corps. Her broad background in cardiovascular care makes her a perfect fit to support our patients with complex vascular and vein health needs.

Please join us in welcoming both Bijal and Victoria to the team. We’re confident they will play key roles in advancing our commitment to providing the highest quality care for our vascular and vein patients.

11/15/2025

How Long Should You Wait Between Sclerotherapy Sessions?

Learn the optimal timing between sclerotherapy sessions to ensure effective vein treatment and discover the healing process for clearer, healthier legs.

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans

This Veterans Day, we proudly recognize and thank our team members who have served our country with courage, commitment, and integrity.

💙 Dr. Michael D. Addis – Served as an Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army for eight years after graduating from Dartmouth College. He completed both Airborne and Ranger Schools and was assigned to the 4th Battalion, 18th Infantry in Germany. During Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, Dr. Addis earned the Bronze Star Medal for extraordinary bravery in combat against the Iraqi Republican Guard in February 1991.

💙 Dr. Michael Pontoriero – Served in the United States Army from 1987 to 1996, including time in the U.S. Army Reserves, achieving the rank of Major, Commissioned, MC.

💙 Vlastimil Buzek, RVS – One of our vascular technologists, who served in the 50th RSG as a light wheeled mechanic from 2009–2012, achieving the rank of Specialist (E-4).

We thank them—and all veterans—for their service, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms. 🇺🇸

11/10/2025

🎉 Happy National Nurse Practitioner Week! 🎉
We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible contributions our Nurse Practitioners make every day in advancing vascular care. According to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), NPs deliver high-quality, accessible, patient-centered care and play a pivotal role in improving health outcomes across the country.

🙏 Thank you to our exceptional team:

Emily Simmons, APN‑C — serving patients at our Denville office and the NBI Clinic.

Elizabeth Coll, APN-C — seeing patients in Hoboken, Clifton and Westfield.

Renae Sharkey, APN-C — working in the NBI Clinic and our Westfield Procedure Suite.

Kaitlyn Hariton, APN-C — our newest NP, practicing in the Clifton Procedure Suite.

Each of them brings deep clinical expertise, compassion and dedication to helping our patients navigate vascular and vein care with confidence. Their role is vital in our mission to deliver exceptional outcomes and patient experience.

📍 Whether it's coordinating care, educating patients, or working alongside our physicians and technologists — our NPs help ensure every patient receives timely, individualized attention.

🩺 To all NPs everywhere: we honor your skill, leadership and heart. Thank you for being the difference-makers behind the scenes.

11/07/2025

✨ Better Together: Phlebectomy + Ablation ✨

When it comes to treating varicose veins, there’s rarely a one-size-fits-all approach. That’s why our vascular specialists often combine two complementary procedures for the best results:

💙 Ablation – Seals off deeper, non-functioning veins that cause reflux and poor circulation.
💙 Phlebectomy – Removes the visible surface veins that cause discomfort and cosmetic concerns.

Together, they treat both the source and the symptom — improving circulation, comfort, and appearance.

At The Vein Institute of NJ, our board-certified vascular surgeons use the latest minimally invasive techniques to help your legs feel lighter, look smoother, and move better.

Schedule your consultation today and take the next step toward healthy legs and lasting relief.

11/06/2025

Always delighted to share the positive experiences our patients have with our doctors ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Kunal Vani, DO, FACS joined The Cardiovascular Care Group in 2021, after successfully completing his fellowship in vascular surgery at Pennsylvania Hospital and residency in general surgery at Rowan University. He is board certified in vascular surgery and general surgery. His clinical expertise includes management of aortic and visceral artery pathology, lower extremity peripheral arterial disease, renal/mesenteric disease, and dialysis access. He is highly trained in both endovascular intervention and open vascular surgery techniques.

"Dr. Kunal Vani is smart, caring, and kind. I did not need surgery but he treated me for another milder condition. I have worked in the medical industry all my life and I have to say, it's tough to find a physician like Dr. Vani. I would recommend him to anyone. His ultrasound technician and his staff are also wonderful" –Susan L.

11/06/2025

Celebrating National Radiologic Technology Week (Nov 2–8)!

This week, we proudly recognize our outstanding Radiologic Technologist/Special Procedures Techs — Tirzah Lopez (Clifton Suite), Jimmy Laurore (Westfield Suite), and Marie Agnoli (Denville Suite) — for their essential role in delivering exceptional vascular care.

From operating fluoroscopy equipment to assisting in complex vascular procedures, their expertise ensures precision, safety, and compassionate patient care every single day.

National Radiologic Technology Week honors the professionals who make medical imaging and interventional procedures possible — helping physicians see clearly and treat confidently.

Thank you, Tirzah, Jimmy, and Marie, for your dedication and skill in helping our patients receive the highest quality vascular care.

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