Arash Anavim

Arash Anavim, MD is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Radiological Sciences at UCI School of Medicine. He serves as Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs & Quality and has maintained board certification in Diagnostic Radiology by the American Board of Radiology. His 25+ year career combines clinical expertise in Interventional Musculoskeletal Radiology with academic leadership in Medical Education and Diversity Initiatives.

• MD from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (1995)
• MBA in Healthcare Executive from UCI Paul Merage School of Business (2016)
• Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Radiology at UCI (2005)

Research interests focus on Patient Safety, Quality Improvement, and Interventional Radiology applications. His work examines Radiology Workforce Diversity, Residency Training Models, and Medical Imaging Technology through 15+ publications spanning Diagnostic Radiology, Musculoskeletal Imaging, and Health Informatics. Recent studies highlight Resident Performance in trauma imaging and 3 Tesla MRI advancements.

Scientific recognition includes:

• America’s Top Doctors (2013)
• Physician of Excellence (2015-2023)
• Certificate of Achievement, Academy of Radiology Leadership (2013-)
• GME Leadership Award (2014)

He contributes to UCI Trauma Radiology Study Group research and participates in ACR, RSNA, and Society of Skeletal Radiology professional societies.