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Merve Ozen

MD
Associate Professor of Radiology
Mayo Clinic Arizona

Dr. Merve Ozen is a board-certified diagnostic and interventional radiologist and Associate Professor of Radiology at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications on advanced interventional techniques and anatomical insights and is a frequent presenter at national and international meetings, including the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR).

Her clinical expertise centers on interventional oncology—particularly tumor ablation and embolization. Dr. Ozen’s academic contributions span invited lectures, panel moderation, and program coordination, with a strong commitment to trainee education and early-career mentorship. She is also recognized for pioneering innovative educational initiatives that bridge clinical practice and professional development.

2026 Sessions

2.5 cm HCC in Setting of Portal Hypertension: Thermal Ablation vs Histotripsy

Speaker

Saturday, November 14 5:05–5:15 PM
Room Atlantic V-VI
Faculty

Mina Makary

MD
Associate Professor of Radiology & Surgery
The Ohio State University Medical Center
Faculty

Merve Ozen

MD
Associate Professor of Radiology
Mayo Clinic Arizona

Dr. Merve Ozen is a board-certified diagnostic and interventional radiologist and Associate Professor of Radiology at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications on advanced interventional techniques and anatomical insights and is a frequent presenter at national and international meetings, including the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR).

Her clinical expertise centers on interventional oncology—particularly tumor ablation and embolization. Dr. Ozen’s academic contributions span invited lectures, panel moderation, and program coordination, with a strong commitment to trainee education and early-career mentorship. She is also recognized for pioneering innovative educational initiatives that bridge clinical practice and professional development.
General Session

Session 8: Managing the Oncology Patient - Beyond the Procedure

  • Moderator
    • Merve Ozen, MD
    • Brian Schiro, MD
.75 Credits

Most Influential Publications in the Last Year that May Change Your Practice

Speaker

Sunday, November 15 4:40–4:50 PM
Room Atlantic V-VI
Faculty

Stephen Solomon

Intractable Ascites & Pleural Effusions: Tunneled Catheters, Denver Shunt, and Alfapump

Speaker

Sunday, November 15 4:50–4:55 PM
Room Atlantic V-VI
Faculty

Adam Geronemus

MD, FSIR
Interventional Radiologist
Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute

Dr. Geronemus received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University and his medical degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida. He completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at the University of South Florida College of Medicine, as well as a fellowship in interventional radiology at Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute.

Dr. Geronemus is Board-Certified in Diagnostic Radiology with a Certificate of Added Qualification in vascular and interventional radiology.

Cancer Pain Pathways in 2026: Blocks, Neurolysis & Pumps

Speaker

Sunday, November 15 4:55–5:00 PM
Room Atlantic V-VI
Faculty

J. David Prologo

MD, FSIR
Professor
Emory University School of Medicine

Dr. Prologo is an interventional radiologist whose research has focused on the application of image guided techniques to the delivery of stem cell therapies, the treatment of cancer pain, and for obesity management. He is a nationally recognized expert in ablative therapies and has pioneered several new procedures in the subspecialty including the cryoablation of nerves.

Lymphatic Interventions: The Overlooked Oncology Lifeline

Speaker

Sunday, November 15 5:00–5:05 PM
Room Atlantic V-VI
Faculty

Alex Powell

MD, FSIR
Medical Director, Interventional Radiology
Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute

Alex Powell, M.D., is an Interventional Radiologist and Medical Director of Interventional Radiology at the Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute. Dr. Powell received his medical degree from the University of Michigan School of Medicine and completed his residency in diagnostic radiology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, where he was also Chief Resident. He completed a fellowship in interventional radiology at the University of California. Dr. Powell has numerous publications in scientific journals including book chapters and he has lectured in national and international conferences.

Dr. Powell holds academic positions including Affiliate Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiology at the University of South Florida and Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiology at Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine

The Cancer Patient in Crisis: DVT, PE & Hypercoagulability

Speaker

Sunday, November 15 5:05–5:10 PM
Room Atlantic V-VI
Faculty

Varshana Gurusamy

MD
Assistant Professor
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Varshana Gurusamy is an Assistant Professor of Interventional Radiology Residency Program at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. She focuses on treatment of venous disease, musculoskeletal and pancreatic ablation.

Building a Profitable IO Practice: How I Did It

Speaker

Sunday, November 15 5:10–5:15 PM
Room Atlantic V-VI
Faculty

Edgar St. Amour

MD
Interventional Radiologist
CARTI Cancer Center

Edgar St. Amour is an interventional radiologist with Central Arkansas Radiation Therapy Institute (CARTI), a multidisciplinary outpatient oncology practice. He provides interventional oncology services in the OBL and ASC setting.

Establishing IO in the the OBL Setting: Lessons Learned

Speaker

Sunday, November 15 5:15–5:20 PM
Room Atlantic V-VI
Faculty

Edgar St. Amour

MD
Interventional Radiologist
CARTI Cancer Center

Edgar St. Amour is an interventional radiologist with Central Arkansas Radiation Therapy Institute (CARTI), a multidisciplinary outpatient oncology practice. He provides interventional oncology services in the OBL and ASC setting.

Discussion and Audience Q&A

Sunday, November 15 5:20–5:30 PM
Room Atlantic V-VI

Rapid Fire Morbidity and Mortality: Case 2 - When Renal Ablation Becomes an Emergency

Speaker

Sunday, November 15 5:35–5:40 PM
Room Atlantic V-VI
Faculty

Merve Ozen

MD
Associate Professor of Radiology
Mayo Clinic Arizona

Dr. Merve Ozen is a board-certified diagnostic and interventional radiologist and Associate Professor of Radiology at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications on advanced interventional techniques and anatomical insights and is a frequent presenter at national and international meetings, including the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR).

Her clinical expertise centers on interventional oncology—particularly tumor ablation and embolization. Dr. Ozen’s academic contributions span invited lectures, panel moderation, and program coordination, with a strong commitment to trainee education and early-career mentorship. She is also recognized for pioneering innovative educational initiatives that bridge clinical practice and professional development.
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