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I am an interventional radiologist specializing in the use of image-guided, minimally invasive procedures (done with small incisions or cuts) to diagnose and treat cancer, as well as other medical conditions. I have extensive experience in specialized techniques, such as embolization, radioembolization, ablation, cryoablation, and irreversible electroporation. Some of my other areas of clinical expertise include vascular procedures (for example, removing blood clots to improving blood flow throughout the body) and interventions such as thrombolysis, thrombectomy, angioplasty, and stenting for the diagnosis and treatment of vascular disorders. Additionally, I regularly perform nonvascular procedures, like image-guided biopsies and biliary interventions.
I am also a member of MSK’s Breast Disease Management Team and help treat patients with metastatic breast cancer.
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At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, I work in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. Most of the procedures that I perform can be done in less than one hour and have very short recovery times. Often, patients can go home the same day.
As an interventional radiologist, I seek to provide the best patient experience possible. I am always thorough, and I take my time to make sure that my patients completely understand their condition and all their treatment options. I communicate and work directly with other physicians, including oncologists, surgeons, pathologists, and other medical specialists, to ensure that we are providing the most precise and effective care.
My areas of research include the administration of targeted therapies with embolization and ablation. I also research ways to improve care for patients with vascular disorders like blood clots.
My Role at MSK
An interventional (IN-ter-VEN-shun-al) radiologist is a doctor with special training in using image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat disease.
Areas of Expertise
Conditions I Treat
Blood clots and cancer
Portal hypertension
Liver cancer and conditions
Metastatic breast cancer
My Specialties
Interventional Radiology
Ablation
Embolization
Image-Guided Biopsy
Education & Honors
Education
BS, Northwestern University (Diagnostic Radiology, Cooper University Hospital, 20142003)
DO, Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Residencies
Diagnostic Radiology - Cooper University Hospital
Awards and Honors
Teaching Award, Maimonides Medical Center (2019)
Fellowships
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Board Certifications
Interventional Radiology
Diagnostic Radiology
Insurance Information
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In Network Coverage Type HMO, EPO PPO, POS, Transplant
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Debkumar Sarkar discloses the following relationships and financial interests:
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