Osman Ahmed MD, FSIR, FCIRSE
About Osman Ahmed MD, FSIR, FCIRSE
Board-Certified Interventional Radiologist | Embolization Specialist
Dr. Osman Ahmed is an internationally recognized authority in minimally invasive treatments and a pioneer in the area of embolization. Previously a Professor of Radiology at the University of Chicago, Dr. Ahmed co-founded the Joint & Vascular Institute to bring advanced, hospital-grade therapies directly to the community.
Dr. Ahmed specializes in Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE), a groundbreaking, non-surgical approach to managing fibroids. By employing high-tech imaging and small catheters, he precisely targets the blood supply to fibroid tissue, offering patients a pain-free alternative to conventional surgery. His extensive research background—with hundreds of peer-reviewed publications—guarantees that his patients receive the most modern, evidence-based care possible.
Education: Northwestern University (Undergrad), University of Illinois (MD), University of Chicago (Residency), Stanford University (Fellowship).
Focus: Advanced embolization for fibroids, joint pain (GAE), and complex vascular conditions.
Conditions Treated
Dr Osman Ahmed MD, FSIR, FCIRSE treats patients suffering from Pelvic Congestion Syndrome and related conditions such as Pelvic Venous Disorder, Chronic Pelvic Pain, Vulvar Varicosities, Ovarian Vein Reflux.
Treatments Offered
- Gonadal Vein Embolization
- Pelvic Vein Embolization
- Ovarian Vein Embolization
- Pelvic Venography
- Conservative Management