Carlos A Farinas

Carlos A Farinas, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. He holds roles such as Medical Director for Radiology at Harris Health Smith Clinic, overseeing Fluoroscopy, CT, Ultrasound, and MR operations, and Rotation Supervisor for BCM Radiology Residency. His expertise includes Body Imaging, particularly in abdominal and pancreatic imaging, with a focus on diagnostic techniques and clinical applications.

Education:

• MD from University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine (1985)
• Internal Medicine Internship at Veterans Affairs Center & Hospital, San Juan (1986)
• Diagnostic Radiology Residency at Baylor College of Medicine (2007)
• Fellowship in Body Imaging at MD Anderson Cancer Center (2008)

Research Interests: Dr. Farinas specializes in abdominal imaging, particularly pancreatic conditions and postoperative anatomy. His work emphasizes diagnostic accuracy in chronic pancreatitis classification and ectopic pancreatic lesions. He contributes to tumor board evaluations and clinical imaging protocols.

Professional Activities: He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (1989) and American Board of Radiology (2007). Active memberships include the Radiological Society of North America, Society of Advanced Body Imaging, and Society of Abdominal Radiology.

Teaching: Dr. Farinas employs Team-Based Learning for Body Imaging education in the BCM Radiology Residency program, preparing residents for clinical rotations.