Fabio Settecase

Fabio Settecase, MD, MS, is a dual-faculty Clinical Assistant Professor of Radiology at the University of British Columbia and maintains a volunteer faculty appointment at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), where he trains neuroradiologists and collaborates on research. He practices at Sutter Health and is a physician-advisor, consultant, and investor in Route 92 Medical, a medical device company. His expertise lies in endovascular treatments for cerebrovascular disorders, including stroke, aneurysms, and carotid artery disease.

Education and Training:

• Interventional Neuroradiology Fellowship, UCSF (2016–present)
• Diagnostic Neuroradiology Fellowship, UCSF (2012–2016)
• Diagnostic Radiology Residency, UCSF (2011–2012)
• M.Sc., Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto (2008)
• M.D., Boston University School of Medicine (2006)
• B.Sc. (Hon.), University of Toronto (2001)

Research Interests:

Dr. Settecase focuses on advancing endovascular therapies for acute stroke, intracranial atherosclerosis, and venous sinus stenting. He investigates dual-energy CT and perfusion imaging roles in stroke management and evaluates neurointerventional techniques' cost-effectiveness. His work emphasizes translational research bridging clinical practice and medical device innovation.

Key Contributions:

His recent studies explore pandemic impacts on stroke outcomes, medium-vessel occlusion treatments, and novel catheter technologies. He has co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles, with contributions to high-impact journals like the New England Journal of Medicine and Neurology.

Awards and Recognition:

• AJNR Distinguished Reviewer (2025)
• Certificate of Merit, RSNA Educational Exhibit (2020)
• Neuroradiology Exam Board, Royal College of Physicians (2018–present)
• RSNA Roentgen Resident/Fellow Research Award (2011)

Advising and Industry:

He advises on medical device development at Route 92 Medical and collaborates with global institutions on clinical trials. His work bridges academic research and industry innovation in neurointerventional tools.

Labs & Teams:

Active in UCSF’s Stroke and Neurointerventional programs, he contributes to multidisciplinary teams advancing endovascular techniques and imaging protocols.