
Overview
Ali Pirasteh, MD, is a UW Health radiologist who specializes in nuclear medicine and abdominal imaging. He’s also an assistant professor in the Department of Radiology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Pirasteh interprets medical imaging of various body parts, with a special interest and expertise in abdominal and pelvic imaging. His interpretations are used to support doctors in diagnosing, treating and monitoring multiple health conditions.He has a special focus in positron emission tomography (PET), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and combination PET/MRI. Additionally, Dr. Pirasteh provides nuclear medicine therapy, a type of cancer treatment injection that targets the disease, such as tumor cells, with direct radiation.Happy to be a part of the UW Health team, Dr. Pirasteh appreciates the rather unique access UW Health provides to the PET/MRI program. By combining these two technologies, patients often save time and money by essentially receiving two scans at once, allowing both doctors and patients to benefit from the superior imaging results.Dr. Pirasteh conducts research that focuses on using the PET/MRI technology to diagnose a range of conditions, including cancer, liver disease and chronic pain.I find it rewarding to be in service to others on a daily basis.
His clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Neuroendocrine Tumor.
Dr. Pirasteh is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 52 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Pirasteh is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
1 S Park St, Suite 201, Madison, WI 53715
202 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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University Hospital Radiology Department
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Wisconsin Institutes For Medical Research Radiology Department
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ali Pirasteh
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ali Pirasteh?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ali Pirasteh by calling their office at 608-263-9729. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ali Pirasteh a top-rated expert for Melorheostosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ali Pirasteh is classified as an Experienced expert for Melorheostosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ali Pirasteh specialize in?
While Dr. Ali Pirasteh is a Radiology, they have specific expertise in Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Osteopenia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiology.
Does Dr. Ali Pirasteh participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ali Pirasteh has published 52 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melorheostosis. You can view a list of Dr. Ali Pirasteh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ali Pirasteh accept my insurance?
Dr. Ali Pirasteh accepts most major insurance plans, including Quartz Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-9729 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Experienced
- MelorheostosisDr. Pirasteh isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with OsteopoikilosisDr. Pirasteh isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Pirasteh isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- OsteopeniaDr. Pirasteh isExperienced. Learn about Osteopenia.
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Pirasteh isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- Vaginal CancerDr. Pirasteh isExperienced. Learn about Vaginal Cancer.
- VisceromegalyDr. Pirasteh isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.


