Your Medical Team for Carotid Artery Disease at University of Colorado Hospital
At University of Colorado Hospital, your medical team may include the following heart, neurology and radiology specialists.
Carotid Artery Disease Specialists
Anesthesiologist – a doctor trained to administer medication to patients during surgery or other procedures.
Interventional radiologist – a doctor who specializes in minimally invasive, targeted treatments performed using imaging for guidance
Neurologist – a doctor who specializes in study and treatment of the nervous system
Neurosurgeon – a doctor who performs surgical procedures on the nervous system
Other Carotid Artery Disease Staff
Case manager – a provider who manages and coordinates the care of patients between different departments
Nurse practitioner – a registered nurse who has completed advanced education and training in the diagnosis and management of common medical conditions, including chronic illnesses
Registered nurses – nurses licensed in the state of Colorado who conducts medical evaluations, takes patient histories and provides ongoing care for patients
Radiology technician – a technician who creates radiographic images of the body that help to diagnose and treat illnesses.