Message from the Section Chief

Message from the Section Chief

Neuroradiology is a subspecialty that uses a broad range of diagnostic and treatment methodologies to examine abnormalities and disorders of the brain, face, head, neck, peripheral nerves, and spine. As experts in our field, we consult with research investigators and referring providers while also striving for excellence in education, patient care and research. ~ Ahmet Baykal, M.D., Ph.D.

Overview

Neuroradiology is comprised of fellowship-trained, board certified radiologists who are highly skilled in providing precise diagnosis of diseases and disorders of the brain, spine, and the head and neck region.

The Neuroradiology section is comprised of fellowship-trained, board certified radiologists who are highly skilled in computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance (MR) imaging, perfusion imaging and MR spectroscopy. Our radiologists also perform image-guided procedures for diagnostic purposes including fluoroscopic-guided lumbar punctures, myelograms, cisternograms, and diagnostic cerebral and spinal angiography.

A subspecialty of radiology, neuroradiology focuses on the appropriate therapy for the best medical outcomes. Our radiologists are experts in a range of disorders and disease of the spine, trauma, and head and neck cancer, including:

Trauma
Stroke
Brain tumors
Head and neck cancer
Aneurysms
Vascular malformations
Demyelinating disease
Degenerative diseases of the spine

Neuroradiology is integral to VCU Health's designation as a Level I Stroke and Trauma Center. There is active collaboration with specialists in neurology, neurosurgery, ear-nose-throat (ENT), and oncology to offer life-saving treatments.