Overview
Dr. Sean Woolen is a radiologist who specializes in abdominal imaging and ultrasound. His expertise encompasses abdominal and pelvic MRI, CT, radiographic imaging and ultrasound, as well as using such techniques to perform image-guided biopsies. He is driven to provide high-value care and believes in putting patients first. He is a member of UCSF's patient experience leadership team and serves as director of the clinical prostate MRI program. Woolen's research focuses on elevating patient-centered care and improving the practice of radiology. His interests include health care policy, contrast media safety, sustainable radiology, prostate MRI and other types of urological imaging. He is a funded investigator, enthusiastic educator and active physician-scientist. Woolen earned his medical degree from Indiana University. He completed a residency in radiology at the University of Michigan, followed by a fellowship in abdominal imaging and ultrasound at UCSF. He also has a master's degree in biology from Purdue University. He is a member of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), Society for Advanced Body Imaging (SABI), Society of Abdominal Radiology (SAR), and Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound (SRU). Woolen has received numerous honors for his research, including awards for quality investigation and best radiology research article from the University of Michigan, a young investigator award from SABI, the RSNA Travel Award, and an award for student excellence in radiology from Indiana University.
Dr. Woolen is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Boils, Jaundice, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Carbuncle, and Colonoscopy.
Dr. Woolen is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 56 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Woolen is currently accepting new patients.
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1975 Fourth St., First Floor, C1422, San Francisco, CA 94158
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sean A. Woolen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sean A. Woolen?
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Is Dr. Sean A. Woolen a top-rated expert for Boils?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sean A. Woolen is classified as an Advanced expert for Boils, 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. Sean A. Woolen specialize in?
While Dr. Sean A. Woolen is a Radiology, they have specific expertise in Boils, Jaundice, and Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiology.
Does Dr. Sean A. Woolen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sean A. Woolen has published 56 articles and abstracts on conditions like Boils. You can view a list of Dr. Sean A. Woolen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Areas of Expertise
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- BoilsDr. Woolen isAdvanced. Learn about Boils.
- Experienced
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- CarbuncleDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- ColonoscopyDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- FolliculitisDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- JaundiceDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Liver CancerDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Lump in the AbdomenDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Lump in the Abdomen.
- Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)Dr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- VisceromegalyDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- WT1-Related Wilms Tumor SyndromesDr. Woolen isExperienced. Learn about WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.