Per aspera ad astra
Virgil
My current role
I perform image guided endovascular, minimally invasive treatments of cerebral and spinal diseases. My main interests are treatment of aneurysms, mechanical thrombectomy for the treatment of ischaemic strokes, embolisation for the treatment of chronic subdural haematomas, CSF and arterio venous fistulas.
I am also specialised in diagnostic neuroradiology.
Previous history
Clinical roles
I am dually qualified, as a neurologist and a radiologist. In the past, I worked as a Consultant Neurologist in Brazil for 12 years, caring for patients with neurovascular and neurodegenerative diseases.
After I moved to the UK, I trained as a radiologist. I then combined my two qualifications by training as a neurointerventional radiologist at Cambridge University Hospitals, where I was appointed as a consultant, in 2020.
Research roles
Since obtaining my PhD in neuroimaging in 2003, I have published over 90 peer-reviewed articles and have worked closely with research methodology, providing over 150 statistical analyses.
Managerial roles
I have shaped training in neurointerventional radiology at Addenbrooke's hospital by implementing and pioneering this training scheme for the East of England region.
As part as my wellbeing support, I implemented the CUH Mentoring Scheme for junior radiology trainees.
Membership and accreditations
- ESMINT - European Society of Minimally Invasive Neurological Therapy
- UKNG - UK Neurointerventional Group
- RCR - Royal College of Radiologists
Personal interests
I enjoy DIY and keep fit by cycling and taking part in Parkrun on Saturdays.