GAE vs Knee Replacement: When Less Is More
If knee pain from osteoarthritis is slowing you down, you’re not alone. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. struggle just to walk, play with grandkids, or…
North Star Vascular & Interventional to Host IR Educational Program in Minnesota
Golden Valley, MN — Dr. Jafar Golzarian and Dr. Amin Astani of North Star Vascular & Interventional are leaders in the field of vascular and interventional radiology and are among…
Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA): Myths vs. Facts
If you’ve been diagnosed with thyroid nodules, you may have come across a minimally invasive treatment called thyroid radiofrequency ablation (RFA). While RFA has become a widely used procedure around…
Varicocele Embolization: A Safer, Faster Alternative to Surgery
Varicocele is a common condition that occurs when the veins within the scrotum become enlarged, similar to varicose veins in the legs. It affects up to 15% of men, most…
Minimally Invasive Treatments for Liver Tumors
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a liver tumor, you may be wondering what options exist beyond traditional surgery. The good news is that not all…
Thyroid Nodules and RFA Treatment: A Minimally Invasive Breakthrough
Thyroid nodules are surprisingly common—up to 50–60% of adults may develop at least one during their lifetime. While most are benign and asymptomatic, some nodules can grow large enough to…
Navigating Health Insurance
Insurance Coverage at North Star Vascular and Interventional When it comes to your healthcare, insurance shouldn’t be a barrier—it should be a bridge. At North Star Vascular and Interventional, we…
What is Peripheral Artery Disease and How is it Treated?
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a common circulatory condition where narrowed arteries restrict blood flow to the limbs, often leading to leg pain, cramping, and decreased mobility. If left untreated,…
Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) vs. Total Knee Replacement
For individuals suffering from chronic knee pain, especially due to osteoarthritis, finding the right treatment can be time-consuming and daunting. While total knee replacement (TKR) has long been a standard…
Embolization: From the Academic Center to Private Practice
Our co-founder and interventional radiologist, Dr. Jafar Golzarian, was recently highlighted on Endovascular Today where he discussed his move from academic practice to an OBL, case selection and procedure planning,…