Specialist Interventional Radiology Food Lands Building Abu Dhabi

A Specialist Interventional Radiology at NMC Healthcare in Food Lands Building, Abu Dhabi, UAE will play a pivotal role in diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions using advanced imaging technology and minimally invasive procedures. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional diagnostic and interventional skills, with a strong commitment to providing high quality patient care. This is an Intermediate level full time job. And salary can range between 15000-35000 AED/month.

Responsibilities of Specialist Interventional Radiology

• Perform and interpret diagnostic imaging studies including X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, and ultrasound to diagnose medical conditions accurately.
• Plan and perform a variety of minimally invasive interventional procedures such as angiography, embolization, biopsies, drainages, and stent placements.
• Expertise in vascular as well as non-vascular procedures including percutaneous liver, renal and lung tumour ablation, biopsy, PTBD and stenting 4. Collaborate closely with referring physicians to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of patients throughout all procedures, providing clear explanations and answering any questions or concerns.
• Monitor patients for any adverse reactions or complications during and after procedures, taking prompt action as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and contribute expertise to patient management.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in interventional radiology techniques, equipment, and research, integrating new knowledge into clinical practice.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to residents, fellows, and other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records, documentation, and billing information in compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction.

Treatment & Procedures by Specialist Interventional Radiology

General Vascular Interventional procedures

• Laser Ablation Of Varicose Veins.
• Peripheral Vascular Diseases Including Diabetic Foot (Aortoiliac, Femoropopliteal).
• Tibial And Pedal Angioplasty And Stenting)Intra-Arterial Catheter Directed Thrombolysis In Acute Limb Ischemia Using Urokinase Or Rt-PA.
• Intravenous Catheter Directed Thrombolysis In Acute Deep Venous Thrombosis And IVC Filters Placement.
• Venous Angioplasty And Stenting In Venous Compression Syndromes.
• Malignant Venous Obstruction.
• Central Venous Obstruction.
• Angioplasty In Vasculitis Like Takayasu Using Cutting Balloons.
• Embolization For Arteriovenous Malformations.
• Sclerotherapy For Isolated Perforator Incompetence In Lower Limb Varicosities And In Venolymphatic Malformations.

Neuro Interventional Procedures

• Cerebral angiography.
• Mechanical thrombectomy for acute stroke.
• Carotid artery stenting for stroke.
• Angioplasty and stenting for intracranial arteries for stroke.
• Endovascular embolization/coiling for intracranial (brain) Aneurysms.
• Arterio-venous malformations.
• Arteriovenous fistula of brain vessels.
• Endovascular embolization for Carotico-Cavernous Fistulas.
• Endovascular embolisation for various spinal vascular malformations.
• Intra-arterial chemotherapy for Retinoblastoma.
• Embolisation for Vein of Galen Malformation (VGAM).
• Endovascular embolization/coiling for bleeding neck and brain vessels.
• Endovascular embolization for recurrent subdural hematoma.
• Mechanical thrombectomy for cerebral venous sinus thrombosis.
• Stenting for dural sinus stenting.Pre-operative embolization for head, neck and spinal tumors to reduce operative blood loss.
• Inferior petrosal sinus sampling for pituitary adenoma diagnosis.
• Kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty for chronic back pain due to vertebral collapse.
• Ablation for painful spinal metastases and osteoid osteoma.

Urological / Nephrological Interventional Procedures

• Embolization Of Post PCNL And Post Biopsy Hematuria.
• Pre-Operative Embolization For Renal Cell Carcinoma.
• Embolization Of Renal Tumors Like Angiomyolipoma.
• Percutaneous Nephrostomy And Antegrade Ureteric Stenting In Malignant Ureteric Obstruction.
• Prostatic artery embolization for BPH Varicocele embolization Transjugular renal biopsy.
• Embolisation of chylous post operative collections Dialysis related interventions.
• Routine and difficult dialysis access insertion including dialysis catheters and perm cath.
• Central venoplasty including stenting for poor flow and SVC syndrome.
• AV fistuloplasty / thrombolysis.

Pulmonary and Thoracic interventional Procedures

• Bronchial And Non-Bronchial Systemic Artery Embolization In Haemoptysis.
• Biopsy / pleurodesis for recurrent pleural effusions/ Tracheal stenting.
• Pleural effusion aspiration / drainage.
• Embolisation for chylothorax.
• Gastroenterology and hepatology Interventional Procedures.
• Emergency bleed embolization.
• Pre-Operative Embolization For Highly Vascular Tumors, Ruptured Liver Tumors, Chemoembolization of HCC.
• Portal vein embolization for hepatic resection, Transjugular liver biopsies.
• PTBD +/- stenting for biliary obstruction.
• TIPS for variceal bleed , recurrent ascites (TIPS).
• Shunt occlusions (BRTO ,PARTO, CARTO) in bleed , recurrent encephalopathy.
• Interventions in Budd chiari syndrome including hepatic vein recanalisation , IVC venoplasty or stenting , DIPS.
• Thrombolysis ,angioplasty or stenting of mesenteric ischemia.
• Pancreatic collection drainage.

Gynecological Interventional Procedures

• Embolization For Primary And Delayed Post-Partum Hemorrhage.
• Embolization Of Symptomatic Uterine Fibroids Using PVA Particles.
• Prophylactic bilateral iliac balloon placement In High Risk PPH Cases Like Placental Abnormalities/ Fibroid Complicating Pregnancy.
• Fallopian Tube Recanalization For Tubal Blocks.
• Embolization for pelvic congestion syndrome.

Onco- Interventions

• Biopsies / FNAC / imprint smear from tumours.
• HCC treatment including RFA , MWA, TACE, PEI.
• Ablation of other tumors.
• Palliative interventions like ablation of bony metastases / nerve blocks / Chemoport insertion.
• Embolisation of post operative / tumoral bleeds Aortic interventions.
• Endovascular thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysm stenting.
• Endoleak embolisation.

Ortho Interventions

• Ablations for Osteoid osteoma / vertebroplasty / bone biopsy.

Role Requirements

Following are the prerequisites for the role of Specialist Interventional Radiology at NMC Food Lands Building:

• Medical degree from an accredited institution and completion of residency training in diagnostic radiology.
• Board certification or eligibility in diagnostic radiology and interventional radiology.
• Fellowship/DM/CCT training in Interventional Radiology from an accredited program with minimum 3 years Residency Training.
• Current state medical license and eligibility for medical staff privileges at affiliated hospitals or healthcare facilities.

Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency in interpreting diagnostic imaging studies and performing interventional procedures with precision and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and communicate complex medical information to patients and their families.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make sound clinical judgments in high-pressure situations.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing medical education in the field of interventional radiology.
• Compliance with ethical and professional standards of practice, including patient confidentiality and informed consent.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a cohesive healthcare team.
• Demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and compassion in all interactions.

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