Interventional Radiologists & Vascular Radiologists near Elmhurst, NY

Biography: Resmi Charalel, M.D. M.P.His a radiologist specializing in Vascular & Interventional Radiology. She is an Assistant Professor of Radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine and an Assistant Attending Radiologist at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medicine.Dr. Charalel was recruited to join the Weill Cornell Medicine faculty after completing a fellowship in Interventional Radiology at the Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology at Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Charalel completed her residency in diagnostic radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital with specialized interventional oncology training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She earned her M.D. from Stanford University and her A.B. from Harvard College in Biochemical Sciences.Dr. Charalel's clinical expertise is in vascular and interventional radiology. Her practice focuses on interventional oncology, liver disease and women's health. She performs a wide variety of image-guided, minimally invasive surgical procedures for the treatment of cancers involving the liver, colon, pancreas, breast, and kidney. These minimally invasive treatment options provide directed, local therapy to maximize tumor death and minimize systemic toxicity. She also cares for liver disease patients who have portal hypertension with treatment options including transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) creation and balloon/plug assisted retrograde transvenous obliteration of gastric varices. In addition to tailored cancer and liver disease treatment, she focuses on women's health, providing minimally invasive treatment options for uterine fibroids and pelvic congestion syndrome patients. Furthermore, she performs a variety of other procedures including complex IVC filter retrieval, chest wall port placement, endovascular embolization, percutaneous ablation, and percutaneous and transvenous biopsies.Dr. Charalel's research focuses on comparative effectiveness research, patient reported outcomes and quality improvement. She has authored several peer-reviewed articles and presented her award-winning work at several national and international meetings. She serves on national committees to help guide future research and clinical endeavors on a larger scale. Overall, she is dedicated to optimizing clinical care and providing the best quality care to all patients.In addition to clinical and research activities, Dr. Charalel is an active teacher of fellows, residents, and medical students.

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Biography: Aaron M. Fischman, MD FSIR FCIRSE FSVM, is Associate Professor of Diagnostic, Molecular and Interventional Radiology, Urology and Surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. After receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Dartmouth College, he completed medical school at the State University of NY (SUNY) Upstate Medical Center in 2004. After finishing residency in Diagnostic Radiology at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York where he also served as Chief Resident, he then went on to complete a fellowship in Vascular and Interventional Radiology. He subsequently joined the division of Vascular and Interventional Radiology in 2010 and currently serves as the Program Director for the newly created IR residency training program for the entire Mount Sinai Health System. Dr. Fischman has a broad and active interest in minimally invasive treatments for venous disease including deep vein thrombosis (DVT), advanced IVC filter removal techniques, superficial varicose veins and portal venous hypertension including therapies such as Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) and Balloon Occlusion Retrograde Transvenous Obliteration of Gastric Varices (BRTO). He also focuses on minimally invasive treatments for primary and metastastic liver and kidney cancer including Yttrium-90 radioembolization, chemoembolization and thermal ablative therapies including state of the art microwave and cryoablation technologies. At Mount Sinai, Dr. Fischman has pioneered the transradial (TR) technique for access to the arterial system from the wrist during oncologic liver interventions, uterine embolization for fibroids, and prostate embolization for men suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). He trains physicians from around the world on this minimally invasive technique which allows for improved patient comfort, immediate ambulation, and faster discharge to home. Dr. Fischman has been involved with and completed numerous multi-center clinical trials including the BEAT Obesity Trial, a new minimally invasive procedure developed to help people lose weight without surgery and the BEST Trial comparing minimally invasive embolization to traditional TURP for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Dr. Fischman has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and actively lectures around the world about new and innovative techniques for minimally invasive interventions. He is an active fellow in both the Society of Interventional Radiology and Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe. He is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, Radiologic Society of North America, American Roentgen Ray Society, Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography and the American College of Phlebology. He is board-certified by the American Board of Radiology in Diagnostic Radiology and Vascular and Interventional Radiology.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Khilnani believes in the personalized approach to the care of patients with venous disorders. State of the art diagnostic and treatment procedures are utilized in the appropriate combinations to get the best results while minimizing side effects and down time. Where you go first for your care has a significant impact on the outcome of your condition. Dr. Khilnani and the Weill Cornell Medicine Vein Treatment Center have a long history of success and is dedicated to making sure that you get the correct treatment.

Care Philosophy: Having been at Weill Cornell for nearly 10 years, I believe that patients who come to Weill Cornell receive the highest-quality care. As a physician, I specialize in image-guided interventions with a focus in treating liver tumors. Using state-of-the-art imaging technology, I perform minimally invasive procedures, providing an alternative to surgery for many patients. As a clinician, I demand excellence of myself and my team with the goal of delivering outstanding, personalized care to every patient.

Biography: Keara Stewart, NP is a Nurse Practitioner who practices in New York, NY. Keara Stewart, NP is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian.

Biography: Brian M. Currie, M.D. is a radiologist specializing in Vascular and Interventional Radiology. He is an Assistant Professor of Radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine and an Assistant Attending Radiologist at the New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Campus.Dr. Currie was recruited to join the Weill Cornell faculty after completing an Interventional Radiology Residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He earned his M.D. from Boston University School of Medicine.His interests and specialties include interventional oncology, portal hypertension, lymphatic disorders, prostate artery embolization, treatment of pulmonary embolism, IVC filter placement and removal, and dialysis interventions.Dr. Currie believes in a patient-centered and multidisciplinary approach to healthcare and is a strong advocate for his patients. He is also passionate about medical education and is committed to the exceptional teaching environment at Weill Cornell Medicine.

Care Philosophy: As an interventional radiologist, I am able to provide patients with a range of powerful, targeted therapies through millimeter-size incisions in the skin by using advanced image-guidance. Practicing at New York-Presbyterian Hospital's Weill-Cornell Medical Center, I feel fortunate to work closely with global leaders in oncology, medicine, surgery and radiology to provide world class, personalized care as part of a professional, compassionate team. I consider my patients to be key members of this team. My goal is that they feel they are receiving the most advanced medical care while maintaining their dignity and quality of life.

Biography: Benjamin J. May, M.D. is a board certified Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist.Dr. May obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of California San Diego in 2001. In 2005, he was awarded the Golding Service and Research Scholarship to attend the Albert Einstein College of Medicine where he earned his medical degree in 2009. During this time, Dr. May was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honor society and served as President of the Albert Einstein Medical Student Chapter of the American Medical Association.Following an internship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Dr. May completed residency training in Diagnostic Radiology (2010-2014) at New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center. There, he served as Chief Resident and earned the Alexander R. Margulis Award in 2013 for excellence in residency. He remained at Cornell / Memorial Sloan Kettering for a year of fellowship training in Interventional Radiology / Interventional Oncology. After finishing his sub-specialty training, Dr. May remained at Cornell as a full-time Interventional Radiologist from 2015-2019. There, he served as Associate Program Director, was chosen as a Dean's Healthcare Leadership fellow, and served as faculty advisor to the Cornell medical students. After two years in private practice, Dr. May returned to Weill Cornell in 2021.Dr. May's clinical expertise is in Interventional Radiology with a focus on Hepatic and Oncology procedures. He works closely with the Hepatobiliary service performing advanced procedures such as TIPS, portal vein embolization and biliary stenting. His performs targeted cancer therapies such as Y-90 radioembolization, transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) and thermal ablation of tumors within the liver, lung, kidney, bone and soft tissue. Other oncologic procedures include biopsies throughout the body, chemotherapy infusion ports, and palliative pain procedures. He performs a wide range of non-oncologic procedures including uterine fibroid embolization, embolization for chronic knee hemarthrosis, and management of kidney and ureteral blockage.Dr. May has authored numerous research articles and book chapters and given invited lectures at the New York Roentgen Ray Society and the Society of Interventional Radiology annual meetings. His research has been published in several prestigious journals such as the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology and the American Journal of Roentgenology. Dr. May is a member of the Society of Interventional Radiology and founding member of the Society of Interventional Oncology.

Biography: Daniel J. Holzwanger, MD, is a physician specializing in Vascular and Interventional Radiology. He is an Assistant Professor of Radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine and an Assistant Attending Radiologist at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Campus.Dr. Holzwanger graduated from Cornell University where he earned his BS in Biological Sciences in 2009 and received his MD from Weill Cornell Medical College in 2013.Following internship at New York Hospital Queens, Dr. Holzwanger trained as a resident in Diagnostic Radiology from 2014 to 2018 at NewYork Presbyterian-Cornell, where he served as Chief Resident from 2017-2018. He then completed a fellowship in Vascular and Interventional Radiology from 2018 to 2019 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and returned to join the faculty at Weill Cornell Medicine in July 2019.He has published peer reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters within the field of radiology and his clinical interests include the minimally invasive treatment of benign and malignant tumors, vascular and lymphatic disorders, hepatobiliary diseases, genitourinary diseases, and other conditions.Dr. Holzwanger is a member of the following radiological societies:American College of RadiologySociety of Interventional RadiologyRadiologic Society of North AmericaNew York Roentgen Society

Biography: Dr. Noor Ahmad is board certified in diagnostic radiology and interventional radiology. He is an assistant professor of radiology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and an assistant attending radiologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Ahmad serves as vice chair of clinical operations for the Department of Radiology, as well as associate chief of the Division of Interventional Radiology. Dr. Ahmad has expertise in performing minimally invasive procedures to manage and treat a wide array of clinical conditions ranging from cancer care to men's and women's health. His particular focus and interests are in the treatment of blood clots within legs (deep venous thrombosis) and lungs (pulmonary embolism). Related to this, Dr. Ahmad is an expert in complex removal of inferior vena cava (IVC) filters. Rounding out his practice, Dr. Ahmad performs a wide range of procedures for cancer and non-cancer pain which include image-guided joint injections, blocks, and ablations. Finally, Dr. Ahmad has expertise in performing knee embolizations for both recurrent bleeding and osteoarthritis. Prior to medical school, Dr. Ahmad was a bioengineer and performed research within a tissue engineering laboratory. After medical school and radiology training at New York Medical College, where he served as chief resident, Dr. Ahmad received his training in vascular and interventional radiology at Weill Cornell Medical College and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Ahmad is an active teacher of fellows, residents, and medical students and has authored numerous book chapters and research articles. In addition, he has presented nationwide and is a member in several radiology societies including the Society of Interventional Radiology and Radiologic Society of North America.

Biography: Dr. Behrooz Vaziri, MD is a Vascular /amp Interventional Radiologist who practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is 36 years old. Dr. Behrooz Vaziri, MD is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital, New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Lawrence and Newyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Johnson is a Board-Certified Interventional Radiologist with additional certification in diagnostic radiology. Dr. Johnson has experience across the gamut of image guided procedures for both diagnostic purposes and therapeutic benefit. Dr. Johnson is passionate about providing excellent care to patients in Brooklyn and beyond.

Biography: David W. Trost, MD, is Associate Professor of Clinical Radiology and Director of Interventional Radiology at the Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York. He also serves as Associate Attending Radiologist at the New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Trost received his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC. His postgraduate training included a residency in Diagnostic Radiology at St Vincent's Hospital Medical Center in New York and a fellowship in Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology at New York Hospital Cornell Medical Center.Dr. Trost currently serves as reviewer for Radiology, Transplantation and the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology. In addition he serves as examiner for the American Board of Radiology.Dr. Trost is a member of several professional organizations, The Radiological Society of North America, the Society of Interventional Radiology, and the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe.Top Procedures:1. Minimally invasive treatment of malignant and benign tumors of the liver, kidney and bone 2. Inferior vena caval filters. 3. Venous access 4. Pediatric interventions

Biography: Dr. Rahul Patel, MD is a Vascular /amp Interventional Radiologist who practices in New York, NY. He is 47 years old. Dr. Rahul Patel, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Morningside, Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai Brooklyn and Mount Sinai Hospital.

Biography: Lisa Amatangelo, MD, RVT, FACPh, graduated with honors from the University of Michigan with a BS in Biopsychology and Cognitive Science. She then earned her MD from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, and completed her residency at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan, in 2005.She joined the University of Michigan in 2007, where she was expertly trained in venous disease by the late John R. Pfeifer, MD. She served as a Clinical Lecturer in Vascular Surgery and Co-Director of the University of Michigan Vein Centers from 2007 to 2017. She is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine.She serves on the Board of Directors of the American College of Phlebology as Treasurer. She is also a Board Member of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine and a member of the American Venous Forum, European Venous Forum, American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association, and MENSA.Her clinical interests include sclerotherapy, endovenous ablation, compression therapy and facial cosmetic injectables. She also has a special interest in medical journalism and community medical education with extensive experience as a medical communicator and spokesperson.