An Interventional Neuroradiology fellowship is an advanced, highly specialized training program designed for physicians interested in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the brain, spine, and blood vessels using minimally invasive, image-guided techniques. This fellowship, typically lasting one to two years, builds on a foundation of neurosurgery, radiology, or neurology residency and focuses on the use of catheter-based procedures to address conditions such as brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), strokes, and spinal vascular malformations.
During the fellowship, physicians gain extensive experience in performing procedures like cerebral angiography, stent placements, embolization of aneurysms, and the treatment of vascular malformations using advanced imaging technologies such as fluoroscopy, CT, and MRI. Fellows are trained to manage both emergency situations, like acute stroke intervention, and elective procedures for chronic conditions.
The fellowship also emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, with fellows working closely with neurosurgeons, neurologists, and radiologists to offer comprehensive care to patients. Upon completion, interventional neuroradiologists are equipped to provide cutting-edge treatments that often result in faster recovery times and fewer complications compared to traditional surgery, making them integral to modern neurological care.
Dr. Mohammad Ghorbani is an experienced neurosurgeon who currently works at the Division of Neurosurgery at Firoozgar University Hospital. He has a strong […]
