Steven Raman

Dr. Steven Raman is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Radiological Sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He serves as Director of Prostate MR Imaging and Interventions, Director of the UCLA Prostate MR Imaging Research Group, Director of the Abdominal Imaging Fellowship at UCLA, and Co-director of the Fibroid Treatment Program. Dr. Raman is an expert in Abdominal and Pelvic imaging (CT, MRI, Ultrasound and X-Ray) and interventional radiology, particularly in tumor ablation and Fibroid Treatment.

Dr. Raman received his MD from Keck School of Medicine of the USC in 1993. He completed his Internship in Internal Medicine at Pacific Presbyterian Medical Center in 1994, Residency in Radiological Sciences at UCSD School of Medicine in 1998, and Fellowship in Abdominal Imaging at UCLA Department of Radiology in 1999. He is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology by the American Board of Radiology since 1998.

His research focuses on MRI Imaging of Prostate, Liver, Kidney and Gynecological Cancers, Thermal Ablation techniques including microwave, cryo, HIFU and Irreversible Electroporation, and the application of Artificial Intelligence in Radiogenomics. His clinical expertise spans advanced imaging techniques with minimally invasive treatments for various cancers and conditions, with particular emphasis on prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Dr. Raman's publication record demonstrates a strong focus on cancer imaging and treatment across multiple organ systems. His work consistently bridges advanced imaging techniques with clinical applications, particularly in prostate cancer where he has contributed significantly to MR-guided biopsy techniques, image-pathology correlation, and surgical planning. His recent work increasingly incorporates AI applications for cancer detection.

• Super Doctors® Southern California, 2023-2025
• Top Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine, 2021
• Best Doctor, 2021
• Super Doctors® Southern California, 2017-2021
• Leading Physicians of the World, 2021

As Director of the Abdominal Imaging Fellowship at UCLA, Dr. Raman mentors radiology fellows in advanced imaging techniques and interventional procedures. His research group focuses on developing AI to better detect aggressive prostate cancer, with recent funding of $3 million for this purpose. His clinical work at the Westwood Imaging Center focuses on minimally invasive treatments for prostate cancer, liver diseases, and fibroid treatment, with particular expertise in image-guided thermal ablation therapies.

Dr. Raman leads comprehensive clinical programs including the UCLA Uterine Fibroid Program and Fibroid Treatment Program, providing state-of-the-art care for women with uterine fibroids. His work on percutaneous image-guided thermal ablation for metastatic gynecologic cancers has been recognized as safe and effective therapy, demonstrating his commitment to advancing minimally invasive treatment options.