CoolSculpting near Vancouver · Burnaby Metrotown
A physician-led skin clinic reached by Expo Line
CoolSculpting is a non-surgical treatment that uses controlled cooling to target fat cells in a treated area. This page explains what a visit to Skin Art MD in Burnaby involves for people travelling from Vancouver.
- 35–60 min
- Typical cooling cycle per area
- Same day
- Most people return to daily activities
- 3–4 wks+
- First changes may show; fuller result ~2–3 months
- 35–60 min
- Typical cooling cycle per area
- Same day
- Most people return to daily activities
- 3–4 wks+
- First changes may show; fuller result ~2–3 months
What is CoolSculpting, and is Burnaby worth the trip from Vancouver?
CoolSculpting uses controlled cooling to target fat cells in a treated area, which the body clears gradually over the following weeks. It is aimed at localized areas rather than overall weight loss, and a physician assessment decides suitability. Skin Art MD is a physician-led skin clinic at Metrotown in Burnaby, reached from Vancouver on the Expo Line.
People in Vancouver asking about CoolSculpting usually want to know whether their area is a fit, how many visits it takes, and how the days after feel. The assessment is where these are answered for your body, including whether this treatment is the right match at all.
Each cooling cycle lasts about 35 to 60 minutes, and the number of cycles and sessions depends on the areas and your goals, so the plan is set at the assessment. First changes may show from about 3 to 4 weeks, the fuller result is usually seen around 2 to 3 months, and the body can keep clearing treated cells for up to 4 to 6 months. Many people plan one or two sessions per area. Results vary.
What a visit involves
The visit starts with an assessment of the area, not the treatment.
Book your visit
Book online or call +1 (604) 639-2581. Say that you are coming from Vancouver and which language you prefer, and plan around opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 18:00.
Physician assessment
A physician examines the area you would like to treat, discusses your goals, and reviews your medical history. This is where it is decided whether CoolSculpting is suitable, and the physician may suggest a different approach.
Treatment
An applicator is positioned over the area and delivers controlled cooling. You may feel cold, pulling or tingling initially, then numbness in the area. The length of the session depends on the areas and applicators used.
Heading home
Most people resume normal activities the same day. The treated area may be red, tender, numb or swollen for a while, and you are given aftercare instructions to follow.
Can I go back to work in Vancouver the same day?
Honest expectations make it easier to plan the rest of your day.
The same afternoon
Most people return to normal activities the same day. The treated area can feel tender, numb or tingly.
If your job is physical or you sit for long hours
Mild swelling, soreness or bruising in the treated area may be noticeable for up to about 2 weeks. Mention your work and schedule at the assessment, and avoid strenuous exercise, saunas and hot tubs for the first 24 hours.
How results develop
The body clears treated cells gradually: first changes may show from about 3 to 4 weeks, with the fuller result usually around 2 to 3 months.
Realistic goals
CoolSculpting is not a weight-loss treatment. The assessment covers what it can and cannot be expected to change.
This page is general information, not individual medical advice.
Getting to Skin Art MD from Vancouver
A short plan for the trip.
Expo Line to Metrotown Station
Take the Expo Line SkyTrain to Metrotown Station. The clinic is at #101 – 4378 Beresford St in Metrotown. TransLink's trip planner gives the route from your starting point in Vancouver.
Hours and booking
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 18:00, and closed Monday. Book online or call +1 (604) 639-2581.
Language
Chinese-language support is available as well as English. Tell us which you prefer when you book.
Questions from Vancouver Clients
How do I get to Skin Art MD from Vancouver?+
Take the Expo Line SkyTrain to Metrotown Station. The clinic is at #101 – 4378 Beresford St, Burnaby, BC V5H 0H6. TransLink's trip planner shows the route from wherever you start in Vancouver.
Can I return to work in Vancouver after CoolSculpting?+
Most people resume normal activities the same day. The treated area can be red, tender, numb or swollen for a while afterwards, so if your work is physically demanding, mention it at your assessment.
Is CoolSculpting a weight-loss treatment?+
No. It targets fat in specific areas and is not a way to lose weight overall. The physician assessment covers whether your goals match what it can do.
When will I see results?+
Some people notice early changes from about 3 to 4 weeks. The fuller change is usually visible at around 2 to 3 months, and the body can keep clearing treated fat cells for up to 4 to 6 months. How many sessions you need depends on your goals and is discussed at the assessment.
What are the clinic hours, and how do I book?+
The clinic is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 18:00, and closed Monday. Book online or call +1 (604) 639-2581, and mention if you would like Chinese-language support.
How long does a CoolSculpting appointment take?+
Each cooling cycle lasts about 35 to 60 minutes, plus time for marking, positioning the applicator and the massage afterwards. The total visit depends on how many areas are planned, and whether more than one area can be treated in the same visit is decided at your assessment.
Does CoolSculpting hurt?+
Most people feel pulling and intense cold at first, and the area usually becomes numb within 5 to 10 minutes. During the massage immediately after treatment you may feel some discomfort, often described as tingling or stinging, which is brief. Tell the team if anything feels too strong.
How many sessions will I need?+
It depends on the area and your goals. Many people plan one or two sessions per area, and larger areas may need more cooling cycles. Your physician estimates this at the assessment. If a repeat session is advised, it is usually booked after the first results have had time to settle.
Who should not have CoolSculpting?+
It is not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for people with cold-related conditions such as cryoglobulinemia, cold agglutinin disease or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria. It is not advised over open wounds, active infection or a hernia in the area, and may not suit significant loose skin. A physician assessment decides.
What side effects can happen?+
Common, temporary effects include redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness, tingling and numbness in the treated area. A rare effect called paradoxical adipose hyperplasia, where treated fat tissue grows larger instead of smaller, has been reported. Your physician goes over the risks with you before treatment.
What affects the cost of CoolSculpting?+
The fee depends on how many areas are treated, how many applicator cycles each area needs and how many sessions are planned. We do not publish prices online. After a physician assessment, the team explains the cost for your specific plan so you can decide with the full picture.
Want the full CoolSculpting details?
This page covers the visit from Vancouver. For how the treatment works, treatment areas and aftercare in full, read the main CoolSculpting page.
Read the Full CoolSculpting GuideFind out whether CoolSculpting suits you
Book a consultation at Skin Art MD in Burnaby Metrotown. A physician assesses the area and explains whether CoolSculpting is a reasonable option for you.
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