Ahsun Riaz

Ahsun Riaz is an Associate Professor in Radiology (Vascular and Interventional Radiology) at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. He specializes in hepatobiliary interventions, thoracic oncology, splenic disorders, and lymphatic diseases. His academic roles include leadership in clinical trials, editorial board memberships, and mentorship.

Education and Training:

• MBBS: King Edward Medical College, Pakistan (2006)
• Internship: Northwestern University McGaw Medical Center, General Surgery (2011)
• Residency: Northwestern University, Diagnostic Radiology (2015)
• Fellowship: Northwestern University, Interventional Radiology (2016)

Research Focus:

Dr. Riaz’s work spans biliary interventions, radioembolization therapies, and interventional oncology. He investigates novel techniques for managing acute cholecystitis, liver metastases, and cholangiocarcinoma. His research emphasizes patient safety, procedural innovation, and multidisciplinary care.

Clinical Trials:

He leads trials such as "The Role of PET/MR Imaging in Yttrium-90 Radioembolization Treatment Planning", focusing on improving liver malignancy treatment efficacy and safety.

Awards and Recognition:

• Radiology Research Mentor of the Year (2024, 2025)
• KEMCAANA Young Investigator Award (2015)
• Multiple SIR Foundation Research Awards (2009, 2015)

Professional Activities:

• Editorial roles at Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, BMC Cancer, and others
• Member of SIR Comparative Effectiveness Research Committee
• Guest Editor for Seminars in Interventional Radiology and Digestive Diseases and Interventions

Laboratory and Teams:

His research group focuses on interventional radiology innovations, including cholangioscopy, biliary lithotripsy, and personalized radiation dosimetry for liver cancers.