Adib R Karam

Adib R Karam is an Associate Professor at UMass Chan Medical School in the Department of Radiology, with a specific division in Community Radiology at the T.H. Chan School of Medicine. He holds an MD degree from Lebanese University in Beirut, Lebanon.

Dr. Karam's research focuses on various aspects of diagnostic and interventional radiology, with particular expertise in:

• Liver imaging and biopsy techniques
• Gallbladder and hepatobiliary imaging
• CT-guided procedures and interventions
• MRI with contrast agents, particularly gadoxetate disodium
• Abdominal and pelvic imaging
• Image-guided biopsies across various organ systems

His publication record shows consistent scholarly activity since 2008, with a notable focus on practical clinical applications of radiological techniques. His research demonstrates expertise in optimizing imaging protocols, improving biopsy safety and efficacy, and addressing diagnostic challenges in abdominal imaging. Recent work has expanded into AI applications in radiology and multicenter studies on procedural safety.

Dr. Karam has collaborated extensively with colleagues across multiple departments and institutions, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern radiological research. His work appears in high-impact radiology journals including Radiology, where his 2018 systematic review on LI-RADS features for hepatocellular carcinoma diagnosis has been cited 93 times, indicating significant influence in the field.