Vascular and Interventional Radiology
The division of vascular and interventional radiology is a group of dedicated interventionalists who specialize in using imaging modalities to guide minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Disease expertise includes uterine fibroids, vascular anomalies, treatment of cancer (bland embolization, chemoembolization, 90Y radioembolization as well as microwave ablation and cryoablation), and biliary and urinary tract interventions. The division utilizes fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and CT routinely to accomplish these tasks.
The vascular and interventional radiologists at the University of Kentucky are recognized experts in interventional radiology with an active consultation service. They participate in multidisciplinary clinics and have their own clinic. The division takes part in numerous multidisciplinary conferences and provides dedicated teaching to medical students, residents, and fellows.
Division Chief
Driss Raissi, MD, MBA, FSIR
Positions Held:
- Professor of Radiology, Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Chief, Division of Vascular & Interventional Radiology
- Enterprise Medical Director, UK HealthCare Interventional Services
Division Faculty
Luis Acosta, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Interventional Radiology - IndependentSummary:
Education: Universidad Centrooccidental Lisandro Alvarado, University of KentuckyHometown: Barquisimeto, Venezuela
What do you like about your program?
Attendings are easygoing and are always willing to help. Residents are exposed to very challenging cases every day. Multiple fellowship… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Former soccer player, but I enjoy playing almost every single sport (including Esports). I also do road biking, hiking, rock climbing and… Read More
Gaby E. Gabriel, MD
Positions Held:
- Associate Professor of Radiology and Surgery
- Program Director, Independent Interventional Radiology Residency