Steven Hetts is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hetts is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy.

Erik Gaensler is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Gaensler is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Dr. Christopher Dowd is an expert in neurointerventional radiology, the minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of disorders involving blood vessels of the brain and spine. He has special interests in treating brain aneurysms and vascular malformations using endovascular techniques. After receiving his undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard University, Dowd earned his medical degree at the University of Virginia. He completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at University of California, San Diego, and fellowships in neuroradiology and interventional radiology at UCSF, where he joined the faculty in 1987. Dowd is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Clinical Teacher of the Year award from the UCSF Department of Dermatology and Elliot Lasser Award from the UCSD Department of Radiology. Dr. Dowd is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

Dr. Javier Villanueva-Meyer is a neuroradiologist who specializes in brain tumor imaging. He is experienced in CT, MRI and X-ray imaging of the head and neck, brain, spine and peripheral nervous system. He also performs image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat conditions of the nervous system, with techniques including percutaneous biopsy (image-guided skin punctures to obtain samples for analysis), lumbar puncture, myelography (examining the spinal canal), cisternography (examining the fluid around the brain and spinal cord), epidural injection and selective nerve root injection. He has a special interest in improving the quality of care in the practice of radiology and biomedical imaging. Villanueva-Meyer's research focuses on the how best to use molecular imaging techniques for brain cancer patients. He works closely with colleagues in the UCSF Brain Tumor Center to evaluate emerging imaging and interpretation technologies. Villanueva-Meyer earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine. At UCSF, he completed a residency in diagnostic radiology and a fellowship in neuroradiology. Also at UCSF, he completed a postdoctoral fellowship funded by the National Institutes of Health as part of a program that prepares doctors to conduct research in areas that will most serve the nation's needs. Dr. Villanueva is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Craniectomy, and Orchiectomy.

Dr. Rita Freimanis is a radiologist who specializes in breast imaging. She interprets radiology exams such as mammograms, sonograms and breast MRIs. She also performs needle biopsies (using a needle to obtain a sample of cells for analysis). Freimanis discusses screening regimens with her patients, and helps guide them through the process of mammography and biopsy. She collaborates on her patients' care with their surgeons, oncologists and primary care doctors. Freimanis is UCSF's lead investigator for the Tomosynthesis Mammographic Imaging Screening Trial, TMIST, a clinical trial comparing 2-D and 3-D mammography. The study is being conducted at numerous hospitals across the country and internationally. Freimanis completed her medical degree and her residency in radiology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. She is a fellow of the American College of Radiology. Dr. Freimanis is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Lump, and Galactocoele.

Wendy Patton is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Patton is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Scrotal Swelling, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1.

Thomas Urbania is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Urbania is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Congenital Giant Megaureter, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Pleurisy. Dr. Urbania is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Faer is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Faer is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Angiomyoma, and Uterine Fibroids.

Omid Yeganeh is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Yeganeh has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Jaundice, and Neonatal Ovarian Cyst.

Roger Eng Jr is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Eng Jr is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, and Gallbladder Disease.

Thomas Hope is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hope is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Mesenchymoma, Prostatectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

Daniel Cooke is a Neuroradiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cooke is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy.

Sonja Moelleken is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Moelleken is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Tenosynovitis, and Synovitis.

Grace Fan is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Fan is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Nasal Flaring. Dr. Fan is currently accepting new patients.

Alfred Horowitz is a Radiologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Horowitz is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Prerenal Azotemia, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

Randall Higashida is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Higashida is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy.

Marlen Pajcini is a Radiologist in Emeryville, California. Dr. Pajcini is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fibroadenoma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Breast Lump, and Galactocoele.

Andrew Fenster is a Neuroradiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Fenster is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, Pleurisy, and Knobloch Syndrome.

Jonathan Phuong is a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Phuong has been practicing medicine for over 10 years is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Subcutaneous Emphysema. Dr. Phuong is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Derek Sun is a radiologist who interprets medical imaging that includes X-rays, ultrasound images, CT scans and MRI. He has a particular interest in diseases and conditions of the abdomen and pelvis. Sun earned his medical degree at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed a residency in radiology at NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi, followed by a fellowship in abdominal imaging at UCSF. Sun is passionate about educating physicians-in-training. He serves as associate director of UCSF’s program in abdominal imaging and ultrasound, for which he teaches high-level concepts in medical imaging. He received the Hideyo Minagi Outstanding Teacher Award in 2019. A native San Franciscan, Sun enjoys giving back to his community. He volunteers at a local food bank and promotes STEM education (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) to Bay Area students. Dr. Sun is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, and Small Bowel Resection.

Caring, compassionate, and patient centered care. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vulvar Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, and Astrocytoma.

Dr. Spencer Behr is a radiologist with expertise in molecular imaging, radiation therapy and abdominal imaging. He has a special interest in radiomics, extracting data from medical images that can be used to better predict and assess a patient's response to cancer treatment. Behr pursues translational research – applying laboratory findings to the development of medical therapies – on the use of molecular and hybrid imaging to better treat prostate cancer. He is particularly interested in new radiology techniques that combine PET scanning with CT or MRI. He has pursued research projects that involve collaboration among multiple departments, aiming to foster discussions among specialists of various disciplines and to optimize the impact of these studies on patient care. Behr earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, serving as chief resident. At UCSF, he completed fellowships in abdominal imaging and nuclear medicine. Behr enjoys mentoring medical students, residents and fellows, and has received national recognition for his excellence in teaching and mentoring. He serves as fellowship director for radiology and biomedical imaging, co-director of the Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center's Cancer Imaging Research Shared Resource and vice chair of UCSF's Committee on Rules & Jurisdiction. Dr. Behr is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Ureterocele, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Prostatectomy.

Dr. Thomas M. Link is chief of the musculoskeletal imaging section in the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. As clinical director of the department's Musculoskeletal Quantitative Imaging Research (MQIR) group, he has a strong interest in translational research (using study findings to establish new treatments or diagnostic methods). The main focuses of MQIR are: imaging of osteoporosis, particularly developing new techniques for assessing bone quality and density; applying new imaging techniques to the assessment of osteoarthritis and cartilage, and to preventing cartilage degeneration; new imaging sequences for musculoskeletal imaging at high field; and MR-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound for treatment of bony abnormalities. Link earned his medical degree at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz in Germany. He completed his medical residency in Münster, Germany. He completed a research fellowship in radiology at UCSF. Link was a vice chair in the radiology department at the Technical University of Munich before joining UCSF in 2003. Dr. Link is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Synovitis, MAGIC Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

Liina Poder is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Poder is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Visceromegaly, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Placenta Previa. Dr. Poder is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Robert Flavell is a radiologist who cares for both adults and children, and specializes in nuclear medicine, the use of small amounts of radioactive materials to evaluate organ systems. He is chief of molecular imaging and therapeutics for the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. In research, Flavell focuses on developing new methods of diagnosing and treating cancer using molecular imaging technology, which shows what is taking place in the body at a cellular and molecular level. After earning a doctorate in chemical biology at the Rockefeller University, Flavell earned his medical degree at Weill Cornell Medicine. At UCSF, he completed a residency in diagnostic radiology, followed by a fellowship in nuclear medicine. Dr. Flavell is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, and Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.