Biography

Dr. Aria Nazeri, M.D., M.S., is an Assistant Professor of Radiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, specializing in vascular and interventional radiology. He obtained his medical degree from Tehran University of Medical Sciences and subsequently completed residency training in diagnostic radiology, followed by a fellowship in vascular and interventional radiology at Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology at Washington University in Saint Louis.

Dr. Nazeri is board certified in both diagnostic radiology and interventional radiology. His clinical practice focuses on a wide range of interventional radiology procedures:

1. Peripheral arterial disease (PAD):

  • Endovascular revascularization procedures for critical limb ischemia and limb salvage
  • Techniques such as angioplasty, stenting, and atherectomy to manage arterial blockages

2. Endovascular dialysis fistula creation: Utilizing minimally invasive techniques to create vascular access for dialysis patients

3. Superficial and deep venous disease: Diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting veins, including varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis

4. Men's health: Specializes in prostate artery embolization, a procedure to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) by shrinking the prostate gland

5. Uterine embolization for fibroids: Non-surgical treatment option for uterine fibroids using embolization techniques

6. Geniculate artery embolization: Addresses knee pain associated with osteoarthritis through targeted embolization

7. Invasive image-guided treatments for renal cancers: Utilizes advanced imaging technologies to perform minimally invasive treatments for renal tumors

Dr. Nazeri is actively engaged in the Society of Interventional Radiology, contributing to the advancement of techniques and best practices within his field. In addition to his clinical qualifications, Dr. Nazeri has a Master of Science in bioimaging from Boston University. This advanced academic credential enhances his proficiency in medical imaging research, providing him with a deeper understanding of cutting-edge imaging technologies and their applications in clinical practice.

Education & Training
  • Medical School - School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2005-2012)
  • Residency - Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium Program (2018-2022), Diagnostic Radiology
  • Internship - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/NYC Health and Hospitals (Queens) (2016-2017), Internal Medicine
  • Residency - Washington University School of Medicine (2019-2023), Interventional Radiology
Professional Associations & Affiliations
  • Society of Interventional Radiology