--- title: A Word on Accreditation description: The Cardiovascular Care Group is proud to have the prestigious recognition from The Intersocietal Accreditation Commission for our Vein Center. image: https://vascular.tcvcg.com/hubfs/seal_vein-COLOR.png --- The Vein Institute of New Jersey is considered one of the top vein centers in the world. 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[Vein Treatment Center](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/vein-treatment-center/) - [Hospital Affiliations](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/hospital-affiliations/) - - [Patient Testimonials](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/patient-testimonials/) - [Awards & Media](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/awards-media/) - [Vascular Clinical Trials](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/vascular-clinical-trials/) - [History](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/history/) - [Vascular Conditions](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/) - - [Peripheral Artery Disease (“PAD”)](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/peripheral-artery-disease-pad/) - [Carotid Artery Disease](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/carotid-artery-disease/) - [Aortic Aneurysms](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/aortic-aneurysms/) - - [Hemodialysis Access](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/hemodialysis-access/) - [Vein Disease](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/vein-disease/) - [TCVCG Vascular Screening](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/tcvcg-vascular-screening-program/) - [Treatments](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/) - - [Peripheral Artery Disease (“PAD”)](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/peripheral-artery-disease-pad/) - [Carotid Artery Disease](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/causes-and-care-for-carotid-artery-disease/) - [Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/abdominal-aortic-aneurysm/) - - [Dialysis Access Care](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/dialysis-access-care/) - [Procedure Suite](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/procedure-suite/) - [Vein Care](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/vein-care/) - [Patient Info](https://tcvcg.com/patient-info/) - - [Contact Us](https://tcvcg.com/contact-us/) - [e-Book Library](https://tcvcg.com/e-book-library/) - [Falls Prevention](https://tcvcg.com/tcvcg-falls-prevention-guide/) - [Healthy Recipes](https://tcvcg.com/healthy-recipes/) - [Insurance & Billing](https://tcvcg.com/patient-info/insurance-billing/) - [Know Your Vascular Health](https://tcvcg.com/patient-info/know-your-vascular-health/) - - [Leg Swelling Assessment](https://tcvcg.com/leg-swelling-assessment/) - [Medical Record Request](https://tcvcg.com/medical-record-request/) - [PAD Assessment](https://tcvcg.com/pad-assessment/) - [Patient Forms](https://tcvcg.com/registration) - [Second Opinions](https://tcvcg.com/what-you-should-know-about-second-opinions/) - [Videos](https://tcvcg.com/patient-info/videos/) - [Blog](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/) Menu The Vein Institute of New Jersey is considered one of the top vein centers in the world. [Visit The Vein Institute](https://www.veininstitutenj.com/) [Patient Portal](https://gateway.aprima.com/portal/home/11101) [Careers](https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=01ac20b2-794f-4cd2-b641-85102eaee82c&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter) [![TCVCG](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TCVCG_October2019/Images/TCVCG_Tagline_VINJ_Side.png?width=2649&height=636&name=TCVCG_Tagline_VINJ_Side.png)](http://tcvcg.com/) [973-759-9000](tel:9737599000) [Schedule Appointment](http://tcvcg.com/contact-us/scheduling-appointments/) - [Contact Us](https://tcvcg.com/contact-us/) - [Locations](https://tcvcg.com/contact-us/locations/) - [Patient Forms](https://tcvcg.com/registration) - [Scheduling Appointments](https://tcvcg.com/contact-us/scheduling-appointments/) - [Hospital Consults](https://tcvcg.com/consult/) - [Our Practice](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/) - [Our Providers](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/our-providers/) - [Leadership & Integrity](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/leadership-integrity/) - [Noninvasive Vascular Laboratory](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/noninvasive-vascular-laboratory/) - [Vein Treatment Center](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/vein-treatment-center/) - [Hospital Affiliations](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/hospital-affiliations/) - [Patient Testimonials](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/patient-testimonials/) - [Awards & Media](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/awards-media/) - [Vascular Clinical Trials](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/vascular-clinical-trials/) - [History](https://tcvcg.com/our-practice/history/) - [Vascular Conditions](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/) - [Peripheral Artery Disease (“PAD”)](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/peripheral-artery-disease-pad/) - [Carotid Artery Disease](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/carotid-artery-disease/) - [Aortic Aneurysms](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/aortic-aneurysms/) - [Hemodialysis Access](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/hemodialysis-access/) - [Vein Disease](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/vein-disease/) - [Free Vascular Screening](https://tcvcg.com/vascular-conditions/free-vascular-screening-program/) - [Treatments](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/) - [Peripheral Artery Disease (“PAD”)](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/peripheral-artery-disease-pad/) - [Carotid Artery Disease](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/causes-and-care-for-carotid-artery-disease/) - [Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/abdominal-aortic-aneurysm/) - [Dialysis Access Care](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/dialysis-access-care/) - [Procedure Suite](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/procedure-suite/) - [Vein Care](https://tcvcg.com/treatments/vein-care/) - [Patient Info](https://tcvcg.com/patient-info/) - [Contact Us](https://tcvcg.com/contact-us/) - [e-Book Library](https://tcvcg.com/e-book-library/) - [Falls Preventioin](https://tcvcg.com/tcvcg-falls-prevention-guide/) - [Healthy Recipies](https://tcvcg.com/healthy-recipes/) - [Insurance & Billing](https://tcvcg.com/patient-info/insurance-billing/) - [Know Your Vascular Health](https://tcvcg.com/patient-info/know-your-vascular-health/) - [Leg Swelling Score](https://tcvcg.com/leg-swelling-assessment/) - [Medical Record Request](https://tcvcg.com/medical-record-request/) - [PAD Assessment](https://tcvcg.com/pad-assessment/) - [Patient Forms](https://tcvcg.com/registration) - [Second Opinions](https://tcvcg.com/what-you-should-know-about-second-opinions/) - [Videos](https://tcvcg.com/patient-info/videos/) - [Blog](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/) - [Patient Portal](https://gateway.aprima.com/portal/home/11101) - [Careers](https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=01ac20b2-794f-4cd2-b641-85102eaee82c&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter) - - ## A Word on Accreditation - - [The Cardiovascular Care Group Blog](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog) - A Word on Accreditation Sep 1, 2020 2:41:21 PM Dr. Clifford Sales, MD, MBA, FACS ![A Word on Accreditation](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/hubfs/seal_vein-COLOR.png) Choosing the right doctor to handle your vein and vascular issues is an important decision. Choosing the right vein center is just as important. Since 1963, The Cardiovascular Care Group has been at the forefront of vascular medical treatment for our patients. Through **experience**, **integrity** and **innovation** we have proudly built a practice that has delivered quality healthcare to hundreds of thousands of patients over the years. In addition to our top quality, board-certified physicians, medical personnel and administrative staff, we are also proud of our recognition for the quality of our vein center and our Noninvasive Vascular Laboratory. For over 25 years, [**The Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC)**](https://www.intersocietal.org/) has served as an accrediting organization founded by medical professionals to advance appropriate utilization, standardization and quality of diagnostic imaging and intervention-based procedures. Of their many accreditation programs, the **Vein Center accreditation** was created to evaluate the quality of those providing vein treatment and management. While our Vascular Laboratory has been accredited for over 30 years, the recent addition of Vein Center accreditation to the IAC has allowed us to achieve recognition in that arena as well. The Vein Institute of NJ of The Cardiovascular Care Group is extremely proud to hold this prestigious accreditation. Accreditation means that we are held to the highest standards as we follow accreditation guidelines for proper surveillance of veins and proper follow up. As a patient, you should know that the procedures we use for treatment are done solely based on the care necessary for you rather than care for financial gains. After all, our practice’s longevity has been built on trust, transparency and integrity. As always, we are here to serve your vein health and cosmetic needs. We are available for complimentary consultations and [second opinions](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/who-gives-second-opinions), and want to provide you with all the insights and knowledge you need to make an informed, healthy choice. ## Featured posts ### Categories - [Aortic Aneurysms (11)](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/tag/aortic-aneurysms) - [Carotid Artery Disease (18)](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/tag/carotid-artery-disease) - [Health/Exercise (22)](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/tag/health-exercise) - [Hemodialysis (7)](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/tag/hemodialysis) - [Peripheral Artery Disease (23)](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/tag/peripheral-artery-disease) - [Travel (4)](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/tag/travel) - [Vascular Doctors/Staff (17)](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/tag/vascular-doctors-staff) - [Vascular Treatments (27)](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/tag/vascular-treatments) - [Vein Conditions (61)](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/tag/vein-conditions) - [Vein Treatments (47)](https://vascular.tcvcg.com/blog/tag/vein-treatments) ### Subscribe to TCVCG Health News ## Contact Us #### To contact us or schedule an appointment call (973) 759-9000 or fill out the form below The Cardiovascular Care Group has six (6) convenient office locations throughout New Jersey. 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