About Prof. Ghanaati
Pioneer of Interventional Radiology in Iran
Professor Hossein Ganaati, a pioneer in interventional radiology in Iran, has revolutionized medical imaging and interventional therapies with over two decades of invaluable experience.
As the first to introduce innovative techniques such as laser discectomy and endovascular retinoblastoma treatment in Iran, he is a renowned figure in the country’s medical community.
- Founder of cerebrovascular endovascular fellowship
- President of Tehran University of Medical Sciences since 2021
- Established the first interventional radiology fellowship
- Performed the first brain aneurysm treatment
Having acquired expertise in MRI, CT-Scan, and interventional radiology from the UK, as well as a fellowship in neurointerventional radiology, Professor Ganaati is recognized as a pioneer in these fields in Iran. With over 20 innovations in interventional radiology, he has elevated the standards of treatment for numerous diseases.
Dr. Ganaati, with a patient-centered and evidence-based approach, is considered one of the leading physicians in radiology and interventional radiology.
Awards and honors
Education and Academic Appointments
- Medical Education: Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran (1984-1991)
- Radiology Residency: Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran (1995-1999)
- Full Professor of Radiology: Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2012-present)
- Associate Professor of Radiology: Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2005-2011)
- Assistant Professor of Radiology: Tehran University of Medical Sciences (1996-2005)
Administrative Roles
- Director, Medical Imaging Center, Imam Khomeini Hospital: 1996-present
- Editor-in-Chief, Iranian Journal of Radiology
- Director, Center for Advanced Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Research: 2008-present
- Member, Scientific Committee, Neuroradiology Journal: 2006-present
- Member, Radiology Board of Iran: 2006-present
- Director, Educational and Research Planning Office, Imam Khomeini Hospital: 1992-1994
- Founder and Director, Computer Center, Imam Khomeini Hospital: 1993-1996
Fellowships and Certifications
- CT and MRI Fellowships: St. Bartholomew’s Hospital, London (1996, 1997, 2005, 2006)
- European Fellowship in Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology: Tarragona, Spain (2009)
- Advanced Aneurysm Treatment Workshop: Civil Hospital Lyon, France (2011)
- Anatolian Course in Interventional Neuroradiology: ACINR 2012, Istanbul, Turkey
- 21st Zurich Course in Interventional Neuroradiology: Zurich, Switzerland (2013)
Professional Affiliations
- Member, ECR: 1999-present
- Member, Iranian Radiology Association: 1994-present
- Member, Medical Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran: 1998-present
Research and Clinical Expertise
- Pioneered numerous interventional radiology techniques, including laser discectomy, percutaneous vertebroplasty, and endovascular embolization.
- Conducted extensive research in various areas of radiology, including:
- Neuroradiology
- Interventional radiology
- Cardiovascular imaging
- Oncological imaging
- Published numerous research articles in leading medical journals.
- Delivered presentations at national and international conferences.
