Simplifying Care, Maximizing Comfort

Minimally Invasive Treatments That Help You Avoid Surgery
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Thyroid Nodules
Varicoses & Spider Veins
Chronic Hemorrhoids
Enlarged Prostate
Uterine Fibroids
Osteoarthrithis
Goiter
Plantar Fasciitis
Conditions

Conditions We Diagnose & Treat

Our treatments require no large incisions or general anesthesia, making them considerably safer than surgical alternatives. You’ll return home the same day as your procedure, and you can resume your normal activities either the same day or the following day.
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Thyroid
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Thyroid Nodules / Goiter
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Genitourinary
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Uterine Fibroids / Pelvic Congestion / Varicoceles / Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
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Musculoskeletal Conditions
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Spine Fractures / Knee Osteoarthritis / Plantar Fasciitis / Frozen Shoulder / Tennis Elbow
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Gastrointestinal
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Liver Cancer / Chronic Hemorrhoids / Liver Hemangioma
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Vascular Disease
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Peripheral Artery Disease / Varicose Veins / Deep Vein Thrombosis
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Urology
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Enlarged Prostate / Men’s Urinary Flow
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Our Approach

Advanced treatment. Without the hospital.

Our minimally invasive procedures are performed in a comfortable outpatient setting—helping you get back to your life faster, without the hospital stay or major surgery.

Minimally invasive care designed around you. Outpatient procedures. Minimal downtime. No surgical scars. No general anesthesia.
Exterior of North Star Vascular & Interventional at 8401 Golden Valley Road

Vascular
Treatment from within

Using advanced imaging and tiny catheters, our interventional radiologists treat disease from inside the body—often through an access point no larger than a pinhole.

By precisely navigating the body’s blood vessels, we can treat conditions throughout the body without traditional surgery—helping patients experience less pain, less downtime, and a faster return to everyday life.
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Fibroid Clinic

Get relief from fibroid symptoms without major surgery. Our fibroid specialists offer uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), a minimally invasive treatment designed to shrink fibroids, improve symptoms, and preserve the uterus—with less downtime than traditional surgery.
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Recommended for
  • Heavy or prolonged periods
  • Pelvic pain, pressure, or fullness
  • Bloating or an enlarged abdomen
  • Frequent urination or constipation
  • Fibroid-related anemia or fatigue
  • Women seeking an alternative to hysterectomy
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Prostate Center

A different approach to prostate care. Our multidisciplinary prostate center brings urology and interventional radiology together in one practice, giving men access to both traditional and minimally invasive treatment options—including prostate artery embolization (PAE).
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Recommended for
  • Frequent or urgent urination
  • Waking up multiple times at night to urinate
  • Weak or interrupted urine stream
  • Difficulty starting or completely emptying the bladder
  • Men seeking an alternative to prostate surgery
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Knee Pain Clinic

Knee pain doesn’t always mean surgery. Our physicians offer genicular artery embolization (GAE), a minimally invasive treatment for osteoarthritis knee pain designed to reduce inflammation and help you get back to the activities you enjoy.
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Recommended for
  • Chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis
  • Pain that limits walking, exercise, or everyday activities
  • Symptoms that persist despite injections, medications, or physical therapy
  • Patients looking to delay or avoid knee replacement
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Meet Our Team

Our Expert Minneapolis Team

Jafar Golzarian

Founder & Interventional Radiologist, Professor of Radiology
Dr. Golzarian is a board-certified interventional radiologist with extensive experience in embolization, vascular disease, and interventional oncology. His work spans patient care, physician education, and research into minimally invasive treatments.
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Meet Our Doctors

Amin Astani, MD, MBA

Dr. Astani is a fellowship-trained interventional radiologist treating conditions including uterine fibroids, enlarged prostate, varicose veins, and knee pain. He combines minimally invasive treatment expertise with a calm, compassionate approach to patient care.
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Meet Our Doctors

Michael Borofsky, MD

Urologist, Endourology
Dr. Borofsky is a fellowship-trained urologist specializing in enlarged prostate, kidney stones, and complex urinary conditions. He works closely with North Star’s interventional radiologists to provide coordinated care and personalized treatment options.
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Meet Our Doctors

Nedaa Skeik, MD, FACC, FACP, FSVM, RPVI

Vascular Medicine Specialist
Dr. Skeik brings more than 25 years of experience diagnosing and managing arterial and venous disease. His expertise in vascular medicine and ultrasound helps connect diagnosis and medical management with North Star’s interventional care.
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Meet Our Doctors

Kayla, PA-C

Physician Assistant
Kayla brings more than 10 years of patient care experience across interventional radiology, pulmonology, sleep medicine, and urgent care. She emphasizes patient education and helps people make informed decisions about their health.
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Meet Our Doctors

Andy Manos, PA-C

Physician Assistant & Practice Administrator
Andy brings 10 years of interventional radiology experience, including thyroid procedures, varicose vein treatment, and port placement. He combines patient care with practice administration, helping patients return to the activities that matter to them.
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Meet Our Doctors

Belle, RN, CSRN

Nurse
Belle provides nursing care as part of North Star’s procedural team. She helps patients feel prepared, informed, and supported throughout their treatment and recovery.
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Meet Our Doctors

Kim, RN

Nurse
Kim supports patients through their care at North Star, providing nursing attention and guidance. Her role includes helping patients understand what to expect and feel comfortable asking questions.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Lindsay, LPN

Care Coordinator at North Star Vascular and Interventional
Lindsay helps coordinate care and communication between patients and the clinical team. She supports patients as they navigate appointments, next steps, and questions about their care.
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Meet Our Doctors

Sondra

Lead IR Tech
Sondra leads North Star’s interventional radiology technologist team and supports the imaging and equipment used during procedures. Her work helps the clinical team deliver organized, coordinated procedural care.
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Meet Our Doctors

Cailin

IR Tech
Cailin supports the imaging and technical work involved in minimally invasive procedures. She works alongside physicians and nurses to prepare for treatment and support patients during their procedure.
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Meet Our Doctors

Moe

Front Desk Manager & Financial Counselor
Moe helps patients navigate insurance questions, understand anticipated costs, and explore payment options. As front desk manager, he also supports a welcoming, organized experience from the first conversation through each visit.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Emma

Patient Care Liaison
Emma helps patients connect with North Star’s services and navigate the steps toward care. She supports communication with the team and helps patients find answers to practical questions.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Gabi

Sales & Outreach Coordinator
Gabi supports outreach and relationships with referring practices and the wider community. Her work helps people learn about North Star’s services and how to connect with the team.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Autumn

Patient Care Liaison
Autumn helps patients navigate their interactions with North Star and stay connected with the care team. She supports clear communication about appointments and next steps.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Sage

Medical Receptionist
Sage welcomes patients and supports the everyday details of visiting North Star. She helps with front desk communication and connects patients with the appropriate members of the team.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Jerald

VP Business Development
Jerald develops relationships with healthcare professionals and community partners. His work supports awareness of North Star’s services and connections between the practice and referring providers.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Ted

Clinic Manager
Ted oversees day-to-day clinic operations and supports the team behind each patient visit. His work helps keep appointments, staff coordination, and the clinic experience running smoothly.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Jafar Golzarian

Founder & Interventional Radiologist, Professor of Radiology
Dr. Golzarian is a board-certified interventional radiologist with extensive experience in embolization, vascular disease, and interventional oncology. His work spans patient care, physician education, and research into minimally invasive treatments.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Amin Astani, MD, MBA

Dr. Astani is a fellowship-trained interventional radiologist treating conditions including uterine fibroids, enlarged prostate, varicose veins, and knee pain. He combines minimally invasive treatment expertise with a calm, compassionate approach to patient care.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Michael Borofsky, MD

Urologist, Endourology
Dr. Borofsky is a fellowship-trained urologist specializing in enlarged prostate, kidney stones, and complex urinary conditions. He works closely with North Star’s interventional radiologists to provide coordinated care and personalized treatment options.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Nedaa Skeik, MD, FACC, FACP, FSVM, RPVI

Vascular Medicine Specialist
Dr. Skeik brings more than 25 years of experience diagnosing and managing arterial and venous disease. His expertise in vascular medicine and ultrasound helps connect diagnosis and medical management with North Star’s interventional care.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Kayla, PA-C

Physician Assistant
Kayla brings more than 10 years of patient care experience across interventional radiology, pulmonology, sleep medicine, and urgent care. She emphasizes patient education and helps people make informed decisions about their health.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Andy Manos, PA-C

Physician Assistant & Practice Administrator
Andy brings 10 years of interventional radiology experience, including thyroid procedures, varicose vein treatment, and port placement. He combines patient care with practice administration, helping patients return to the activities that matter to them.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Belle, RN, CSRN

Nurse
Belle provides nursing care as part of North Star’s procedural team. She helps patients feel prepared, informed, and supported throughout their treatment and recovery.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Kim, RN

Nurse
Kim supports patients through their care at North Star, providing nursing attention and guidance. Her role includes helping patients understand what to expect and feel comfortable asking questions.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Lindsay, LPN

Care Coordinator at North Star Vascular and Interventional
Lindsay helps coordinate care and communication between patients and the clinical team. She supports patients as they navigate appointments, next steps, and questions about their care.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Sondra

Lead IR Tech
Sondra leads North Star’s interventional radiology technologist team and supports the imaging and equipment used during procedures. Her work helps the clinical team deliver organized, coordinated procedural care.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Cailin

IR Tech
Cailin supports the imaging and technical work involved in minimally invasive procedures. She works alongside physicians and nurses to prepare for treatment and support patients during their procedure.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Moe

Front Desk Manager & Financial Counselor
Moe helps patients navigate insurance questions, understand anticipated costs, and explore payment options. As front desk manager, he also supports a welcoming, organized experience from the first conversation through each visit.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Emma

Patient Care Liaison
Emma helps patients connect with North Star’s services and navigate the steps toward care. She supports communication with the team and helps patients find answers to practical questions.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Gabi

Sales & Outreach Coordinator
Gabi supports outreach and relationships with referring practices and the wider community. Her work helps people learn about North Star’s services and how to connect with the team.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Autumn

Patient Care Liaison
Autumn helps patients navigate their interactions with North Star and stay connected with the care team. She supports clear communication about appointments and next steps.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Sage

Medical Receptionist
Sage welcomes patients and supports the everyday details of visiting North Star. She helps with front desk communication and connects patients with the appropriate members of the team.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Jerald

VP Business Development
Jerald develops relationships with healthcare professionals and community partners. His work supports awareness of North Star’s services and connections between the practice and referring providers.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors

Ted

Clinic Manager
Ted oversees day-to-day clinic operations and supports the team behind each patient visit. His work helps keep appointments, staff coordination, and the clinic experience running smoothly.
Meet Our Doctors
Meet Our Doctors
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Resources

The Future of Medicine

As the healthcare industry continues to evolve toward personalized medicine, vascular and interventional radiology plays a pivotal role in providing precise and individualized therapies. Every year, new treatments emerge, supported by growing evidence of their effectiveness. Stay up to date with the latest advancements and news in the field by subscribing to our blog.
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