EMSCULPT®
Contour, Strengthen, Slim, and Lift
EMSCULPT NEO® AT A GLANCE
PAIN LEVEL: none
DOWNTIME: none
TREATMENT TIME: 30 minutes
FREQUENCY: once a week
# SESSIONS: four
Easy transparent pricing per area.
Only $850 per session- even lower when you treat multiple areas!
The Best Emsculpt NYC Has To Offer
FDA Cleared
As one of the premier providers of Emsculpt in NYC, The Dermatology and Laser Group offers Emsculpt NEO—the next evolution in body contouring. This breakthrough treatment does what no workout can: it simultaneously melts away fat with radiofrequency energy while building muscle with high-intensity electromagnetic energy. Emsculpt NEO produces a clinically proven average 30% decrease in fat and 25% increase in muscle.
Every treatment is meticulously planned and supervised by our board-certified dermatologist to deliver safe, powerfully effective results for women and men at every fitness level. Our physician-led approach ensures you receive the highest standard of medical care for your body contouring journey.
EMSCULPT® TREATMENT AREAS
Sculpt the Abdomen & Core: Reduces fat and defines abdominal muscles while strengthening your core for improved posture and stability.
Lift & Firm the Buttocks: The world's first non-invasive butt lift. This treatment builds, lifts, and firms the glutes for a rounder, more athletic silhouette.
Define & Tone the Arms: Builds and defines both biceps and triceps while reducing unwanted fat on the upper arms for a lean, sculpted look.
Strengthen & Contour the Thighs: Tones and strengthens the thighs- including the back of thighs, inner thighs, outer thighs (saddlebags), and front of thighs- for improved definition and strength.
Define the Calves: Builds and defines notoriously hard-to-train calf muscles, while melting fat, toning the entire lower leg,
Slim the Flanks (Love Handles): Slims the 'love handles' and strengthens obliques using advanced Edge™ applicators. As one of the first practices in the world to offer this technology, we provide unparalleled expertise in transforming the waistline.
The Ultimate Guide to Emsculpt NEO
What is Emsculpt NEO? The Next Generation of Body Contouring
Emsculpt NEO is the most advanced body contouring technology on the market. It revolutionizes the treatment process by combining two powerful energies into a single, 30-minute session to build muscle and eliminate fat simultaneously.
- High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) Energy: This energy stimulates supramaximal muscle contractions—thousands of powerful contractions far more intense than what you can achieve in a workout. This process builds, strengthens, and tones muscle fibers.
- Radiofrequency (RF) Energy: The RF energy gently heats the treatment area, warming up the muscles to respond more effectively to the HIFEM contractions. This heat also raises the temperature in subcutaneous fat cells, permanently destroying them. The body then naturally processes and eliminates these dead fat cells over time.
Proven Results: What the Science Says
We were one of the first practices in the world to offer Emsculpt because we believe in its science-backed results. Backed by over 30 clinical publications, Emsculpt NEO is one of the most studied aesthetic devices available. Clinical studies show that a full course of treatment delivers, on average:
- A 25% Increase in Muscle Mass
- A 30% Reduction in Fat
- A 94% Average Patient Satisfaction Rating
Your Treatment Journey & Results
Emsculpt NEO is ideal for individuals looking to build muscle and reduce stubborn fat in targeted areas. It’s particularly beneficial for those who are close to their ideal weight but want more definition and tone. Both men and women can benefit, and it works on a wide range of body types, including those with a higher BMI where older devices were less effective.
The Emsculpt NEO Experience: What to Expect
- During Your Treatment: A single session lasts about 30 minutes. You will lie down comfortably as the applicator is placed on your target area. You’ll feel strong, but not painful, muscle contractions and a gentle warming sensation from the RF energy.
- After Your Treatment: There is absolutely no downtime. You can immediately return to your daily activities, including going to the gym. Some patients feel mild muscle soreness, similar to an intense workout, which typically resolves in a day or two.
- When You'll See Results: While some patients notice changes after their second or third session, visible results typically develop over the course of your treatment plan, with the most significant improvements seen 2-3 months after your final session.
Emsculpt NEO Before and After Images
Trusted by Those Who Know
Celebrity Emsculpt Treatments at Our Office
September 2025, Love Thy Nader, Season 1, Episode 7, on Hulu.
The Dermatology and Laser Group was featured on the hit HULU show Love Thy Nader providing Emsculpt NEO Treatments to the Nader sisters. Dr. Arash Akhavan and Alyssa DiBenedetto were featured on the episode.
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- Irina Shayk at The Dermatology and Laser Group
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Your Trusted NYC Emsculpt Experts
Our Emsculpt NYC clinic sits at 60th St & Park Ave, on the border of Midtown East and the Upper East Side, steps from Central Park. Led by board-certified dermatologist Arash Akhavan, MD, our physician-run practice is easy to reach via 59 St–Lex (4/5/6, N/R/W) and Lexington Av–63 St (F/Q); Grand Central Terminal is just minutes away.
Why Choose The Dermatology and Laser Group?
In a city with endless options, choosing the right provider is critical for your safety and results. Here is why we are NYC's top choice for Emsculpt NEO:
- Physician-Led Treatment: Your entire treatment plan is created and supervised by a board-certified dermatologist, not an aesthetician or provider in a med spa. This guarantees the highest level of medical expertise and safety.
- Pioneering Experience: We are the most experienced Emsculpt practice in NYC and were one of the first in the world to offer this technology. We have performed thousands of treatments and have unparalleled knowledge of how to achieve the best possible results. Dr. Arash Akhavan is an educator and consultant for BTL, the company that created the Emsculpt device.
- The Most Advanced Technology: We are committed to offering only the latest, most effective technology, which is why we provide Emsculpt NEO, not older, less powerful models.
- Honest, Realistic Results: We provide thorough consultations to ensure you are an excellent candidate and set clear expectations for the natural-looking, confidence-boosting results you can achieve.
Patient Testimonials and Reviews
Great staff. Great Doc.
Therese Trapani
Frequently Asked Questions
Emsculpt NEO is an innovative, non-invasive sculpting treatment that combines two proven procedures - radiofrequency heating and high-intensity focused electromagnetic technology (HIFEM). The treatment simultaneously melts away fat and builds muscle in targeted areas, offering a two-pronged approach for body sculpting. It's designed to enhance the appearance of your abdomen, love handles, buttocks, arms, calves, and thighs, giving you a more toned and sculpted body. Ideal for individuals seeking to improve their body, wanting to burn fat, and improve muscle mass. Our office was one of the first in the world to offer Emsculpt NEO providing a safe, effective alternative to more invasive procedures and other fat reduction techniques.
Emsculpt works by emitting both radiofrequency and HIFEM high intensity focused electromagnetic energy simultaneously. The radiofrequency heat warms the muscles and causes the fat cells to undergo apoptosis, or programmed cell death, eliminating fat cells. The body then naturally eliminates these fat cells over time. Simultaneously, the HIFEM technology induces powerful muscle contractions, called supramaximal contractions, that are far stronger than those achievable through exercise. These contractions stimulate the muscle to remodel its inner structure, resulting in muscle building and sculpting to tone select muscle groups and more fat reduction. This dual-action process of reducing fat and muscle development makes Emsculpt a comprehensive sculpting solution.
Emsculpt NEO stand out from other body contouring treatments due to its dual-action process. It is the first treatment of its kind to simultaneously eliminate fat and build muscle, using a unique combination of radiofrequency to destroy unwanted fat and high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology to stimulate muscle contractions. This dual mechanism offers a more comprehensive and efficient body sculpting solution. Additionally, EMSCULPT NEO is non-invasive, requires no downtime, and can be used on a wider range of body types compared to traditional body sculpting treatments, making it a versatile option for anyone who wants a non-invasive option for body contouring.
Who is the ideal candidate for Emsculpt?
The ideal candidate for EMSCULPT NEO is someone who seeks to improve muscle tone and reduce fat in targeted areas of their body. This includes those who maintain a healthy lifestyle, with regular exercise and a healthy diet, but struggle with stubborn fat that resist diet and exercise, or those seeking to enhance muscle definition. EMSCULPT NEO can benefit a wide range of individuals, from those seeking a non-invasive alternative to more invasive procedures such as liposcution, to athletes looking for an edge in performance promoting muscle development. It's also suitable for individuals with a BMI up to 35.
EMSCULPT is also a great option for anyone wanting a non invasive butt lift as well. For the non invasive butt lift we would not use the device to destroy fat, but would instead focus on muscle hypertrophy and muscle cell hyperplasia in the gluteal muscles.
Yes, Emsculpt is considered a very safe procedure (4). It's a non-invasive treatment that has been cleared by the FDA for fat reduction and increase in muscle mass. The procedure utilizes radiofrequency and high-intensity focused electromagnetic technologies, which have been extensively studied and used safely in many medical applications. As with any treatment, there may be side effects, but these are typically mild and temporary. Prior to treatment at our office, Dr. Arash Akhavan will assess your individual health profile to ensure that EMSCULPT NEO is a safe and suitable option for your body contouring goals.
Typically, an EMSCULPT treatment plan consists of 4 sessions, each scheduled 5-10 days apart. However, individual needs may vary, so the optimal number of sessions could be determined in consultation with a professional. As an EMSCULPT expert, Dr. Arash Akhavan can design a treatment plan tailored to your specific goals and body type.
Emsculpt NEO is an FDA approved non-invasive procedure with no required downtime or recovery period. Following a session, you can immediately resume your daily activities. This makes Emsculpt a convenient treatment option for individuals with busy schedules, as it requires minimal disruption to your routine. You can even exercise immediately after.
Patients can expect to feel intense muscle contractions interspersed with a gentle warming sensation as the device targets the treatment area. These contractions feel similar to a vigorous workout. The treatment is generally well-tolerated most patients, and there's no need for any preparation or any post-treatment recovery measures.
Results from Emsculpt can usually be seen as early as two to four weeks after the last session. However, improvements continue and are typically most visible after three months. Each individual's response will vary based on their body composition and metabolic rate, as well as their diet and exercise schedule.
Fat cells that are destroyed by apoptosis will never return, making most of the improvement in fat permanent. The increase in muscle will maintain for up to a year, although this can be extended by exercise of these muscles .Individual results can vary and periodic maintenance sessions are something Dr. Arash Akhavan will often recommend to maintain or even build on the results from the initial series.
EMSCULPT can often be combined with other aesthetic treatments depending on your individual goals. For instance, it can be used alongside treatments for skin tightening (Emtone), cellulite reduction (Aveli), or additional fat reduction techniques (TruSculpt ID). We encourage you to consult with Dr. Akhavan to devise a treatment plan that suits your specific needs and objectives.
In our office we often combine Emsculpt with other procedures that improve skin laxity and texture in the areas being treated. One great option is Emtone, a device that can be used for the treatment of cellulite in the thighs and butt, and can also be used to tighten skin on the abdomen and arms. This combination treatment is referred to as the Taut and Toned procedure. This is a great option for those wishing to have no downtime and fast results.
For those with more laxity, RF Microneedling devices such as Potenza or Ultrasound based Ultherapy can be used to generate collagen and tighten, smooth, and in some instances even lift skin. We also inject dilute versions of a filler called Radiesse (hyperdilute Radiesse) in biostimulatory injection procedures to smooth away uneven texture and tighten skin.
At our office EMSCULPT NEO is $3400 for 4 sessions. There are discounts available for multiple areas treated at once.
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