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Interventional Radiology Nurse
p: 515-208-1143

Department of Radiology

p: 515-241-6171

Interventional Oncology

Interventional oncology is the treatment of cancer and cancer-related problems using minimally invasive, targeted treatments performed under imaging guidance. These procedures are performed by board certified physicians specializing in interventional radiology.

Services provided include:

  • Cancer diagnosis using imaging guided biopsy techniques.
  • Cancer treatment using local targeted treatments to a variety of organ systems. This includes, advanced tumor ablation, radiofrequency ablation, alcohol ablation, as well as chemoembolization.
  • Palliative care, including drainage tubes, feeding gastrostomy tubes and venous access.

John Stoddard Cancer Center works in partnership with the Interventional Oncologists at Iowa Radiology.