Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation

Dr. Park is a distinguished Professor in the Division of Vascular and Interventional Radiology within the Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging at the esteemed University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX. His illustrious medical journey began with his M.D. degree and subsequent completion of radiology residency and interventional radiology fellowship training at Kyungpook National University/Hospital in South Korea. Further enhancing his expertise, Dr. Park pursued additional vascular and interventional radiology fellowship training at the prestigious University of Michigan Medical Center during 2005-2006. With a career spanning over 15 years as an interventional radiologist, Dr. Park made a significant impact when he joined the interventional radiology group at the University of Virginia in 2009.

Dr. Park's professional focus encompasses a broad spectrum of clinical interests and research endeavors. He is renowned for his pioneering work in embolotherapy, thyroid ablation, benign and malignant biliary obstructions, congenital vascular anomalies, and lymphatic interventions. Notably, he is credited with founding the first thyroid ablation program in the United States, a testament to his innovative approach to patient care.

His prolific contributions to medical literature underscore his dedication to advancing the field of interventional radiology. Dr. Park has authored or co-authored an impressive array of 118 publications, including peer-reviewed articles, educational exhibits, scientific abstracts, review articles, and editorials. Notably, in 2020, he authored, illustrated, and self-published the acclaimed book "Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation", further solidifying his status as a leading authority in the field. He has also served as a co-editor of "IR Playbook: A Comprehensive Introduction to Interventional Radiology" (2018, Springer) and published the open-source e-book "Inferior Vena Cava Filters," with its second edition released in June 2022.

Dr. Mauri serves as an Interventional Radiologist at the Division of Interventional Radiology at the European Institute of Oncology in Milan, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing patient care and research endeavors in the field.

His academic journey began with his graduation from the University of Milan School of Medicine in 2007, followed by the achievement of Board Certification in Radiology in 2012. Dr. Mauri's pursuit of excellence led him to prestigious fellowship opportunities, including a fellowship in Interventional Radiology at St. George's Hospital, University of London, in 2010, and a research fellowship in Interventional Radiology at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, in 2011.

Throughout his career, Dr. Mauri has held significant roles at prominent medical institutions, including serving as a Consultant Radiologist at IRCCS Policlinico San Donato in San Donato Milanese and the General Hospital of Busto Arsizio. From 2019 to 2022, he served as an Assistant Professor of Radiology at the University of Milan, where he continued to inspire the next generation of medical professionals.

Dr. Mauri's contributions to medical literature are extensive and impactful, with 172 papers published in peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing scientific knowledge in the field. He has also co-edited the esteemed book "Image-guided Laser Ablation" (2020, Springer) and authored numerous book chapters, further establishing himself as a leading authority in image-guided thermal ablation.

Beyond his publications, Dr. Mauri's active involvement in academic and editorial roles underscores his dedication to fostering collaboration and disseminating knowledge. He serves as a section editor for the International Journal of Hyperthermia and sits on the editorial boards of three peer-reviewed journals. Additionally, hi

Current Methods of Diagnosis and Management of Thyroid Nodules.- Review of Guidelines.- Image-Guided Thyroid Ablation: Standard Terminology and Reporting Criteria.- Thyroidal and Perithyroidal US Anatomy.- Basic Physics and Equipment.- The Procedure + Advanced technique.- Preprocedural Work-up.- Postprocedural Care.- Clinical Efficacy.- Ultrasonographic findings and changes after thyroid RFA.- Change of Benign Thyroid Nodules after Thermal Ablation and Its Ultrasonography Measurements.- Long-term management after TA Controlling Regrowth.- Complications.- Ethanol Ablation.- Embolization on Thyroid Nodules.- Recurrent Thyroid Cancer.- Primary thyroid cancer.- Surgeon's Perspective on Thyroid Ablation.- Surgical-pathologic changes after thryoid RFA.- Multidisplinary Approach to Practive Development.- Developing Thyroid Ablation Service Line.- Advanced techniques & equipment in thyroid RFA.- Appendix: Ultrasound RFA phantom.