Kush Desai

Kush Desai, MD is Professor of Radiology (Vascular and Interventional Radiology) at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, with secondary appointments in Medicine and Surgery (Vascular Surgery). He serves as Chief of Vascular and Interventional Radiology and Systemwide Medical Director for Value Analysis/Supply Chain at Northwestern Memorial HealthCare. His clinical leadership spans venous disease management, interventional oncology, and healthcare supply chain optimization.

Dr. Desai's educational background includes:

• MD from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (2007)
• Transitional Internship at Northwestern University McGaw Medical Center (2008)
• Diagnostic Radiology Residency at Northwestern University McGaw Medical Center (2012)
• Interventional Radiology Fellowship at Northwestern University McGaw Medical Center (2013)

His primary research focuses on venous thromboembolic disease, including deep venous thrombectomy/thrombolysis, reconstruction of chronic venous occlusions, and IVC filter management. He pioneers interventional pulmonary embolism management and Yttrium-90 liver-directed therapies, with strong emphasis on clinical translation and device innovation. His work bridges vascular interventions, oncology, and healthcare systems engineering.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals dominant themes in venous stent technology (iliosacral applications, fatigue testing, complication profiles), complex IVC filter management, and liver-directed tumor therapies. His research integrates multicenter trials, consensus guidelines, and technical innovations across interventional radiology, vascular surgery, and oncology disciplines.

Dr. Desai's scientific recognition includes:

• Vascular Career Advancement Award, Vascular Interventional Advances Foundation (2023)
• Distinguished Fellow, American Venous Forum (2022)
• Fellow of the Society of Interventional Radiology (2019)

As national principal investigator for multiple clinical trials (including the C-TRACT study for chronic venous thrombosis), he secures significant research funding while serving as Associate Editor for the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology. His industry collaborations span major medical device companies including Boston Scientific, Cook Medical, and Medtronic.

Dr. Desai leads Northwestern's Vascular and Interventional Radiology division and co-chairs the Society of Interventional Radiology's Venous Clinical Specialty Council. He directs multidisciplinary teams involving vascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, and oncologists for complex venous and tumor cases.