American Board of Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology) | Education
Undergraduate School
Brown University
1991, Providence, RI
Medical School
Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons
1995, New York, NY
Internship
Lenox Hill Hospital
1996, New York, NY
Residency
Brigham and Women's Hospital
2000, Boston, MA
Fellowship
Pediatric Radiology
Boston Children's Hospital
2003, Boston, MA
American Board of Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology) | Publications
The Global Reading Room: A Child With an Incidental Cystic Renal Lesion on Ultrasound. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2025 Jan 22. View The Global Reading Room: A Child With an Incidental Cystic Renal Lesion on Ultrasound. Abstract
Contrast Media in Children: Ten Important Concepts on Administration, Applications, Complications, and Environmental Considerations, From the AJR Special Series on Contrast Media. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2024 Nov 27. View Contrast Media in Children: Ten Important Concepts on Administration, Applications, Complications, and Environmental Considerations, From the AJR Special Series on Contrast Media. Abstract
Congenital Abnormalities of Kidneys and Urinary Tract: A Top--Down Review of the Embryology and Imaging Appearance. Urol Clin North Am. 2025 Feb; 52(1):25-40. View Congenital Abnormalities of Kidneys and Urinary Tract: A Top--Down Review of the Embryology and Imaging Appearance. Abstract
Zinner syndrome in pediatric age group: An underdiagnosed entity. J Pediatr Urol. 2024 Aug; 20(4):705.e1-705.e7. View Zinner syndrome in pediatric age group: An underdiagnosed entity. Abstract
Imaging of Vesicoureteral Reflux: AJR Expert Panel Narrative Review. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2024 06; 222(6):e2329741. View Imaging of Vesicoureteral Reflux: AJR Expert Panel Narrative Review. Abstract
Peri-surgical imaging of intersex and gender diverse youths. Pediatr Radiol. 2024 07; 54(8):1371-1390. View Peri-surgical imaging of intersex and gender diverse youths. Abstract
Pediatric Genitourinary Emergencies: What the Radiologist Needs to Know. Semin Roentgenol. 2024 Jul; 59(3):332-347. View Pediatric Genitourinary Emergencies: What the Radiologist Needs to Know. Abstract
Age-specific Dose Catalog for Diagnostic Fluoroscopy and Fluoroscopically Guided Interventional Procedures from a Pediatric Hospital. Radiology. 2024 01; 310(1):e232128. View Age-specific Dose Catalog for Diagnostic Fluoroscopy and Fluoroscopically Guided Interventional Procedures from a Pediatric Hospital. Abstract
A machine learning algorithm predicting risk of dilating VUR among infants with hydronephrosis using UTD classification. J Pediatr Urol. 2024 04; 20(2):271-278. View A machine learning algorithm predicting risk of dilating VUR among infants with hydronephrosis using UTD classification. Abstract
Accurate dilated renal pelvis measurement: reply to Mihmanli. Pediatr Radiol. 2023 05; 53(6):1217. View Accurate dilated renal pelvis measurement: reply to Mihmanli. Abstract
Accuracy of contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography using Optison™ for diagnosis of vesicoureteral reflux in children. J Pediatr Urol. 2023 02; 19(1):135.e1-135.e8. View Accuracy of contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography using Optison™ for diagnosis of vesicoureteral reflux in children. Abstract
Normative values for ureteral diameter in children. Pediatr Radiol. 2022 07; 52(8):1492-1499. View Normative values for ureteral diameter in children. Abstract
Quantitative renal magnetic resonance imaging: magnetic resonance urography. Pediatr Radiol. 2022 Feb; 52(2):228-248. View Quantitative renal magnetic resonance imaging: magnetic resonance urography. Abstract
2021 update on the urinary tract dilation (UTD) classification system: clarifications, review of the literature, and practical suggestions. Pediatr Radiol. 2022 Apr; 52(4):740-751. View 2021 update on the urinary tract dilation (UTD) classification system: clarifications, review of the literature, and practical suggestions. Abstract
Improving Automatic Renal Segmentation in Clinically Normal and Abnormal Paediatric DCE-MRI via Contrast Maximisation and Convolutional Networks for Computing Markers of Kidney Function. Sensors (Basel). 2021 Nov 28; 21(23). View Improving Automatic Renal Segmentation in Clinically Normal and Abnormal Paediatric DCE-MRI via Contrast Maximisation and Convolutional Networks for Computing Markers of Kidney Function. Abstract
Contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography part 2: urethral imaging. Pediatr Radiol. 2021 Nov; 51(12):2368-2386. View Contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography part 2: urethral imaging. Abstract
The radiologist's role in assessing differences of sex development. Pediatr Radiol. 2022 Apr; 52(4):752-764. View The radiologist's role in assessing differences of sex development. Abstract
Visualization and evaluation of the distal ureter and ureterovesical junction on contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography. Pediatr Radiol. 2021 07; 51(8):1294-1296. View Visualization and evaluation of the distal ureter and ureterovesical junction on contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography. Abstract
Contrast-enhanced genitosonography and colosonography: emerging alternatives to fluoroscopy. Pediatr Radiol. 2021 Nov; 51(12):2387-2395. View Contrast-enhanced genitosonography and colosonography: emerging alternatives to fluoroscopy. Abstract
Contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography, part 1: vesicoureteral reflux evaluation. Pediatr Radiol. 2021 Nov; 51(12):2351-2367. View Contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography, part 1: vesicoureteral reflux evaluation. Abstract
Retrospective Distortion and Motion Correction for Free-Breathing DW-MRI of the Kidneys Using Dual-Echo EPI and Slice-to-Volume Registration. J Magn Reson Imaging. 2021 05; 53(5):1432-1443. View Retrospective Distortion and Motion Correction for Free-Breathing DW-MRI of the Kidneys Using Dual-Echo EPI and Slice-to-Volume Registration. Abstract
Modeling dynamic radial contrast enhanced MRI with linear time invariant systems for motion correction in quantitative assessment of kidney function. Med Image Anal. 2021 01; 67:101880. View Modeling dynamic radial contrast enhanced MRI with linear time invariant systems for motion correction in quantitative assessment of kidney function. Abstract
Contrast enhanced colostography: New applications in preoperative evaluation of anorectal malformations. J Pediatr Surg. 2021 Jan; 56(1):192-195. View Contrast enhanced colostography: New applications in preoperative evaluation of anorectal malformations. Abstract
Correction to: Prospective pediatric study comparing glomerular filtration rate estimates based on motion-robust dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging and serum creatinine (eGFR) to 99mTc DTPA. Pediatr Radiol. 2020 May; 50(5):755-756. View Correction to: Prospective pediatric study comparing glomerular filtration rate estimates based on motion-robust dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging and serum creatinine (eGFR) to 99mTc DTPA. Abstract
Assessment of urinary tract dilation grading amongst pediatric urologists. J Pediatr Urol. 2020 Aug; 16(4):457.e1-457.e6. View Assessment of urinary tract dilation grading amongst pediatric urologists. Abstract
Accuracy of Ultrasound in Identifying Renal Scarring as Compared to DMSA Scan. Urology. 2020 04; 138:134-137. View Accuracy of Ultrasound in Identifying Renal Scarring as Compared to DMSA Scan. Abstract
Prospective pediatric study comparing glomerular filtration rate estimates based on motion-robust dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging and serum creatinine (eGFR) to 99mTc DTPA. Pediatr Radiol. 2020 05; 50(5):698-705. View Prospective pediatric study comparing glomerular filtration rate estimates based on motion-robust dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging and serum creatinine (eGFR) to 99mTc DTPA. Abstract
Bulk motion-compensated DCE-MRI for functional imaging of kidneys in newborns. J Magn Reson Imaging. 2020 07; 52(1):207-216. View Bulk motion-compensated DCE-MRI for functional imaging of kidneys in newborns. Abstract
Case series: Comparison of contrast-enhanced genitosonography (ceGS) to fluoroscopy and cone-beam computed tomography in patients with urogenital sinus and the cloacal malformation. Clin Imaging. 2020 Apr; 60(2):204-208. View Case series: Comparison of contrast-enhanced genitosonography (ceGS) to fluoroscopy and cone-beam computed tomography in patients with urogenital sinus and the cloacal malformation. Abstract
Feed and wrap magnetic resonance urography provides anatomic and functional imaging in infants without anesthesia. J Pediatr Urol. 2020 Feb; 16(1):116-120. View Feed and wrap magnetic resonance urography provides anatomic and functional imaging in infants without anesthesia. Abstract
Linear Time Invariant Model based Motion Correction (LiMo-MoCo) of Dynamic Radial Contrast Enhanced MRI. Med Image Comput Comput Assist Interv. 2019 Oct; 11765:430-437. View Linear Time Invariant Model based Motion Correction (LiMo-MoCo) of Dynamic Radial Contrast Enhanced MRI. Abstract
Interobserver and Intra-Observer Reliability of the Urinary Tract Dilation Classification System in Neonates: A Multicenter Study. J Urol. 2019 06; 201(6):1186-1192. View Interobserver and Intra-Observer Reliability of the Urinary Tract Dilation Classification System in Neonates: A Multicenter Study. Abstract
The association of postnatal urinary tract dilation risk score with clinical outcomes. J Pediatr Urol. 2019 Aug; 15(4):341.e1-341.e6. View The association of postnatal urinary tract dilation risk score with clinical outcomes. Abstract
Intraoperative Ultrasound for Localization and Removal of an Oropharyngeal Wire Grill-Brush Bristle. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 2019 Jul; 128(7):681-684. View Intraoperative Ultrasound for Localization and Removal of an Oropharyngeal Wire Grill-Brush Bristle. Abstract
Review of paraneoplastic syndromes in children. Pediatr Radiol. 2019 04; 49(4):534-550. View Review of paraneoplastic syndromes in children. Abstract
Contrast-Enhanced Colosonography for the Evaluation of Children With an Imperforate Anus. J Ultrasound Med. 2019 Oct; 38(10):2777-2783. View Contrast-Enhanced Colosonography for the Evaluation of Children With an Imperforate Anus. Abstract
The effect of surgeon versus technologist control of fluoroscopy on radiation exposure during pediatric ureteroscopy: A randomized trial. J Pediatr Urol. 2018 08; 14(4):334.e1-334.e8. View The effect of surgeon versus technologist control of fluoroscopy on radiation exposure during pediatric ureteroscopy: A randomized trial. Abstract
Response to letter to the editor re "The effect of surgeon vs. technologist control of fluoroscopy on radiation exposure during pediatric ureteroscopy: A randomized trial". J Pediatr Urol. 2018 08; 14(4):363. View Response to letter to the editor re "The effect of surgeon vs. technologist control of fluoroscopy on radiation exposure during pediatric ureteroscopy: A randomized trial". Abstract
Pelvic floor laxity: A not so rare but unrecognized form of daytime urinary incontinence in peripubertal and adolescent girls. J Pediatr Urol. 2018 12; 14(6):544.e1-544.e7. View Pelvic floor laxity: A not so rare but unrecognized form of daytime urinary incontinence in peripubertal and adolescent girls. Abstract
Common genitourinary catheters: a systematic approach for the radiologist. Pediatr Radiol. 2018 08; 48(8):1155-1166. View Common genitourinary catheters: a systematic approach for the radiologist. Abstract
Case of urethral duplication seen by voiding urosonography. Clin Imaging. 2018 May - Jun; 49:106-110. View Case of urethral duplication seen by voiding urosonography. Abstract
The duplicated collecting system of the urinary tract: embryology, imaging appearances and clinical considerations. Pediatr Radiol. 2017 Oct; 47(11):1526-1538. View The duplicated collecting system of the urinary tract: embryology, imaging appearances and clinical considerations. Abstract
Classification of pediatric urinary tract dilation: the new language. Pediatr Radiol. 2017 Aug; 47(9):1109-1115. View Classification of pediatric urinary tract dilation: the new language. Abstract
Urinary tract dilation illustrations. Pediatr Radiol. 2017 08; 47(9):1214-1215. View Urinary tract dilation illustrations. Abstract
Association between Testicular Microlithiasis and Testicular Neoplasia: Large Multicenter Study in a Pediatric Population. Radiology. 2017 11; 285(2):576-583. View Association between Testicular Microlithiasis and Testicular Neoplasia: Large Multicenter Study in a Pediatric Population. Abstract
Imaging in the diagnosis of pediatric urolithiasis. Pediatr Radiol. 2017 Jan; 47(1):5-16. View Imaging in the diagnosis of pediatric urolithiasis. Abstract
Variation in the level of detail in pediatric voiding cystourethrogram reports. J Pediatr Urol. 2017 Jun; 13(3):257-262. View Variation in the level of detail in pediatric voiding cystourethrogram reports. Abstract
MRI-based reference range for the renal pelvis anterior-posterior diameter in children ages 0-19 years. Br J Radiol. 2016 Nov; 89(1067):20160211. View MRI-based reference range for the renal pelvis anterior-posterior diameter in children ages 0-19 years. Abstract
Reliability of grading of vesicoureteral reflux and other findings on voiding cystourethrography. J Pediatr Urol. 2017 Apr; 13(2):192-198. View Reliability of grading of vesicoureteral reflux and other findings on voiding cystourethrography. Abstract
Intrarenal Reflux: Diagnosis at Contrast-Enhanced Voiding Urosonography. J Ultrasound Med. 2016 Aug; 35(8):1811-9. View Intrarenal Reflux: Diagnosis at Contrast-Enhanced Voiding Urosonography. Abstract
Residual intravesical iodinated contrast: a potential cause of false-negative reflux study at contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography. Pediatr Radiol. 2016 Oct; 46(11):1614-7. View Residual intravesical iodinated contrast: a potential cause of false-negative reflux study at contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography. Abstract
Sperm Retrieval in Adolescents and Young Adults with Klinefelter Syndrome: A Prospective, Pilot Study. J Pediatr. 2016 Mar; 170:260-5.e1-2. View Sperm Retrieval in Adolescents and Young Adults with Klinefelter Syndrome: A Prospective, Pilot Study. Abstract
CT cystography for evaluation of bladder perforation--be safe and know the limitations--reply to Dr. Karmazyn. Pediatr Radiol. 2016 Apr; 46(4):580. View CT cystography for evaluation of bladder perforation--be safe and know the limitations--reply to Dr. Karmazyn. Abstract
The role of imaging in pediatric bladder augmentation. Pediatr Radiol. 2015 Sep; 45(10):1440-7. View The role of imaging in pediatric bladder augmentation. Abstract
Predictive value of specific ultrasound findings when used as a screening test for abnormalities on VCUG. J Pediatr Urol. 2015 Aug; 11(4):176.e1-7. View Predictive value of specific ultrasound findings when used as a screening test for abnormalities on VCUG. Abstract
Imaging after urinary tract infection in older children and adolescents. J Urol. 2015 May; 193(5 Suppl):1778-82. View Imaging after urinary tract infection in older children and adolescents. Abstract
Multidisciplinary consensus on the classification of antenatal and postnatal urinary tract dilation (UTD classification system). Pediatr Radiol. 2015 Jun; 45(6):787-9. View Multidisciplinary consensus on the classification of antenatal and postnatal urinary tract dilation (UTD classification system). Abstract
Characterizing upper urinary tract dilation on ultrasound: a survey of North American pediatric radiologists' practices. Pediatr Radiol. 2015 Apr; 45(5):686-94. View Characterizing upper urinary tract dilation on ultrasound: a survey of North American pediatric radiologists' practices. Abstract
Multidisciplinary consensus on the classification of prenatal and postnatal urinary tract dilation (UTD classification system). J Pediatr Urol. 2014 Dec; 10(6):982-98. View Multidisciplinary consensus on the classification of prenatal and postnatal urinary tract dilation (UTD classification system). Abstract
Bladder exstrophy: current management and postoperative imaging. Pediatr Radiol. 2014 Jul; 44(7):768-86; quiz 765-7. View Bladder exstrophy: current management and postoperative imaging. Abstract
Variation in the documentation of findings in pediatric voiding cystourethrogram. Pediatr Radiol. 2014 Dec; 44(12):1548-56. View Variation in the documentation of findings in pediatric voiding cystourethrogram. Abstract
Ultrasound as a screening test for genitourinary anomalies in children with UTI. Pediatrics. 2014 Mar; 133(3):e394-403. View Ultrasound as a screening test for genitourinary anomalies in children with UTI. Abstract
Nationwide emergency department imaging practices for pediatric urolithiasis: room for improvement. J Urol. 2014 Jul; 192(1):200-6. View Nationwide emergency department imaging practices for pediatric urolithiasis: room for improvement. Abstract
Acute idiopathic scrotal edema. Case Rep Urol. 2013; 2013:829345. View Acute idiopathic scrotal edema. Abstract
Incidental capture of rarely diagnosed pediatric tumor: an infant boy with clear cell sarcoma of the kidney. Urology. 2013 Dec; 82(6):1416-8. View Incidental capture of rarely diagnosed pediatric tumor: an infant boy with clear cell sarcoma of the kidney. Abstract
Prospective systematic intervention to reduce patient exposure to radiation during pediatric ureteroscopy. J Urol. 2013 Oct; 190(4 Suppl):1474-8. View Prospective systematic intervention to reduce patient exposure to radiation during pediatric ureteroscopy. Abstract
Postnatal longitudinal evaluation of children diagnosed with prenatal hydronephrosis: insights in natural history and referral pattern. Prenat Diagn. 2012 Dec; 32(13):1242-9. View Postnatal longitudinal evaluation of children diagnosed with prenatal hydronephrosis: insights in natural history and referral pattern. Abstract
A novel method of evaluating ureteropelvic junction obstruction: dynamic near infrared fluorescence imaging compared to standard modalities to assess urinary obstruction in a swine model. J Urol. 2012 Nov; 188(5):1978-85. View A novel method of evaluating ureteropelvic junction obstruction: dynamic near infrared fluorescence imaging compared to standard modalities to assess urinary obstruction in a swine model. Abstract
Variations in management of mild prenatal hydronephrosis among maternal-fetal medicine obstetricians, and pediatric urologists and radiologists. J Urol. 2012 Nov; 188(5):1935-9. View Variations in management of mild prenatal hydronephrosis among maternal-fetal medicine obstetricians, and pediatric urologists and radiologists. Abstract
Patient and family impact of pediatric genitourinary diagnostic imaging tests. J Urol. 2012 Oct; 188(4 Suppl):1601-7. View Patient and family impact of pediatric genitourinary diagnostic imaging tests. Abstract
The RIVUR voiding cystourethrogram pilot study: experience with radiologic reading concordance. J Urol. 2012 Oct; 188(4 Suppl):1608-12. View The RIVUR voiding cystourethrogram pilot study: experience with radiologic reading concordance. Abstract
Comparative evaluation of the resolution of hydronephrosis in children who underwent open and robotic-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty. J Pediatr Urol. 2013 Apr; 9(2):199-205. View Comparative evaluation of the resolution of hydronephrosis in children who underwent open and robotic-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty. Abstract
Prospective measurement of patient exposure to radiation during pediatric ureteroscopy. J Urol. 2012 Apr; 187(4):1408-14. View Prospective measurement of patient exposure to radiation during pediatric ureteroscopy. Abstract
The clinical presentation and surgical management of adnexal torsion in the pediatric and adolescent population. J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol. 2012 Apr; 25(2):109-113. View The clinical presentation and surgical management of adnexal torsion in the pediatric and adolescent population. Abstract
Testicular epidermoid cysts in children: sonographic characteristics with pathological correlation. Pediatr Radiol. 2011 Jun; 41(6):683-9; quiz 796-7. View Testicular epidermoid cysts in children: sonographic characteristics with pathological correlation. Abstract
Identifying ureteropelvic junction obstruction by fluorescence imaging: a comparative study of imaging modalities to assess renal function and degree of obstruction in a mouse model. J Urol. 2011 Jun; 185(6):2405-13. View Identifying ureteropelvic junction obstruction by fluorescence imaging: a comparative study of imaging modalities to assess renal function and degree of obstruction in a mouse model. Abstract
Assessment of parental satisfaction in children undergoing voiding cystourethrography without sedation. J Urol. 2011 Feb; 185(2):658-62. View Assessment of parental satisfaction in children undergoing voiding cystourethrography without sedation. Abstract
Sonourethrogram to manage adolescent anterior urethral stricture. J Urol. 2010 Oct; 184(4 Suppl):1699-702. View Sonourethrogram to manage adolescent anterior urethral stricture. Abstract
Radiation dose and screening for vesicoureteral reflux. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2010 Feb; 194(2):W243. View Radiation dose and screening for vesicoureteral reflux. Abstract
Ultrasound versus computerized tomography for evaluating urolithiasis. J Urol. 2009 Oct; 182(4 Suppl):1829-34. View Ultrasound versus computerized tomography for evaluating urolithiasis. Abstract
Imaging of hypospadias: pre- and postoperative appearances. Pediatr Radiol. 2008 Feb; 38(2):202-8. View Imaging of hypospadias: pre- and postoperative appearances. Abstract
Dextranomer/hyaluronic acid copolymer (Deflux) implants mimicking distal ureteral calculi on CT. Pediatr Radiol. 2008 Jan; 38(1):104-6. View Dextranomer/hyaluronic acid copolymer (Deflux) implants mimicking distal ureteral calculi on CT. Abstract
Normal ovarian structure and function with normal glucose tolerance in girls with early treatment of classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia. J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol. 2007 Apr; 20(2):67-72. View Normal ovarian structure and function with normal glucose tolerance in girls with early treatment of classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia. Abstract
Sonographic findings of ovarian torsion in children. Pediatr Radiol. 2007 May; 37(5):446-51. View Sonographic findings of ovarian torsion in children. Abstract
Applying the ALARA concept to the evaluation of vesicoureteric reflux. Pediatr Radiol. 2006 Sep; 36 Suppl 2:185-91. View Applying the ALARA concept to the evaluation of vesicoureteric reflux. Abstract
Solid extratesticular masses in children: radiographic and pathologic correlation. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2006 Feb; 186(2):483-90. View Solid extratesticular masses in children: radiographic and pathologic correlation. Abstract
The clinical significance of an empty renal fossa on prenatal sonography. J Ultrasound Med. 2005 Aug; 24(8):1049-54; quiz 1055-7. View The clinical significance of an empty renal fossa on prenatal sonography. Abstract
Frequency of a monochorionic pair in multiple gestations: relationship to mode of conception. J Ultrasound Med. 2001 Jul; 20(7):757-60; quiz 761. View Frequency of a monochorionic pair in multiple gestations: relationship to mode of conception. Abstract
Outcome of pregnancies in women with uterine leiomyomas identified by sonography in the first trimester. J Clin Ultrasound. 2001 Jun; 29(5):261-4. View Outcome of pregnancies in women with uterine leiomyomas identified by sonography in the first trimester. Abstract
Case report: galactography-guided wire localization of an intraductal papilloma. Clin Radiol. 2001 Jan; 56(1):72-3. View Case report: galactography-guided wire localization of an intraductal papilloma. Abstract
Outcome of pregnancies with rapid embryonic heart rates in the early first trimester. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2000 Jul; 175(1):67-9. View Outcome of pregnancies with rapid embryonic heart rates in the early first trimester. Abstract
Long-term prognosis of pregnancies complicated by slow embryonic heart rates in the early first trimester. J Ultrasound Med. 1999 Aug; 18(8):537-41. View Long-term prognosis of pregnancies complicated by slow embryonic heart rates in the early first trimester. Abstract
Frequency and nature of structural anomalies in fetuses with single umbilical arteries. J Ultrasound Med. 1998 Dec; 17(12):765-8. View Frequency and nature of structural anomalies in fetuses with single umbilical arteries. Abstract