Steven Hetts

Steven Hetts, MD, is an Associate Professor of Radiology in Residence at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and Chief of Neuroradiology at San Francisco General Hospital. He established the Interventional Neuroradiology service, specializing in cutting-edge endovascular therapies for cerebrovascular and spinal vascular diseases. His academic roles include Co-Director of the Interventional Radiology Laboratory at China Basin, focusing on translational research bridging engineering and clinical applications.

Education:

• AB in Biology, Harvard College (1996)
• MD, Harvard Medical School (2000)
• Residency in Diagnostic Radiology, UCSF (2005)
• Fellowships in Diagnostic Neuroradiology and Interventional Neuroradiology, UCSF (2006, 2008)

Research Interests: Dr. Hetts' work centers on endovascular therapies for cerebrovascular and spinal diseases, neurooncology, and advancing minimally invasive techniques. Key projects include Magnetic Catheter Navigation and the ChemoFilter system to reduce chemotherapy toxicity. His clinical research emphasizes translating basic science into clinical solutions.

Grants & Funding:

• NIH R42CA265316 (2021-2022): Endovascular ChemoFilter
• NIH R01EB012031 (2011-2022): MRI Tools for Endovascular Interventions
• NIH R01CA194533 (2015-2021): Endovascular Chemofiltration

Awards:

• Margulis Society Radiology Resident Research Award (2003)
• American Society of Neuroradiology Scholar Award (2012)
• Nominated for QB3 Startup of the Year (2015)

Labs & Teams: Co-Director of the Interventional Radiology Laboratory at China Basin, collaborating on projects like the ChemoFilter system and MRI optimization for endovascular procedures.