Dr. Robert Worthington Kirsch, MD, FSIR, FCIRSE, FAVLS, RPhS
Vascular Surgeon | Vascular & Interventional Radiology
4619 Little Rd New Port Richey FL, 34655About
Dr. Robert Worthington-kirsch is an interventional radiologist practicing in NEW PORT RICHEY, FL. Interventional radiologists use Ultrasound, X-Ray Fluoroscopy and other advanced imaging to put catheters in the body in order to treat the source of the disease internally. Many conditions that once required surgery can now have less risk, less pain and fewer invasions when treated by an interventional radiologist. Dr Worthington-Kirsch has extensive experience in treatment of varicose vein disease, fibroids of the uterus in women, and chronic pelvic pain in women. Dr Worthington-Kirsch has published numerous scientific articles and has spoken at meetings in both the USA and Europe. He is a Fellow of the Society of Interventional Radiology, the Cardiovascular & Interventional radiology Society of Europe, and the American Vein & Lymphatic Society
Education and Training
MIT SB, SB 1981
Univ of Mass Medical School MD 1986
Board Certification
American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine
Vascular & Interventional Radiology (Radiology)
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR- Vascular and Interventional Radiology
Provider Details
Dr. Robert Worthington Kirsch, MD, FSIR, FCIRSE, FAVLS, RPhS's Expert Contributions
Are varicose veins serious?
Varicose veins can cause life-limiting symptoms of heaviness, fatigue, and swelling. If the disease progresses it can eventually result in scarring and/or an open ulcer of the leg. So while varicose vein disease is not life-threatening, it can have a major impact on quality of life. READ MORE
Can medications help with varicose veins?
There is some evidence that some supplements can help with vein wall stability. However, they are an adjunct to definitive therapy, NOT a substitute for it. I personally recommend a product called "Vein Formula 1000" to my patients. READ MORE
Can varicocele be fixed?
Yes. Varicoceles that are symptomatic/bothersome can be treated. Urologists treat them by surgically tying off the vessels. Interventional Radiologists treat them by blocking/closing down the vessels from the inside. I would recommend consultation with an Interventional Radiologist. READ MORE
How can I fix the varicose veins on my legs?
There are a variety of treatments for varicose veins depending on the exact veins that need to be treated. A patient who ants treatment should start by scheduling a consultation with a physician who spends much or all of his/her practice time treating vein disease. READ MORE
Can surgery fix varicose veins?
There are good treatments available for varicose vein disease. Patients should be evaluated by a physician who is committed to good vein care. READ MORE
Can varicose veins be removed?
There are many good treatments available for varicose veins. You should be evaluated by a physician who has a practice dedicated to vein disease. READ MORE
Is radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins effective?
When performed with proper technique, RFA has a nearly 100% success rate in closing the treated vein, and the results are long-lasting. The risk of complication (when performed by a properly trained and experienced operator) is well below 1%. READ MORE
What is the treatment for a blood clot?
It depends on where the blood clot is. READ MORE
How long is the treatment for varicose veins in the legs?
A treatment protocol typically takes a few weeks, depending on the severity and extent of the disease and patient/physician scheduling. Every patient needs to have a personal treatment protocol developed based on physical examination and ultrasound findings. READ MORE
Is radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins safe?
In experienced hands, the risk of significant complications of RFA of saphenous truncal veins is below 1%. READ MORE
What is the best treatment for facial spider veins?
Very fine red veins can be treated with laser or electrodessication, usually by a dermatologist. Larger veins may need to be injected with a sclerosant. It may be more diccicult to find someone who does this. READ MORE
What kind of anesthesia is used during vein surgery?
It does depend on exactly what you are having done, but the overwhelming majority of varicose vein treatments are done under local anesthesia with no need for any sedation. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Flow redistribution during uterine artery embolization for the management of symptomatic fibroids.
- Vaginal expulsion of submucosal fibroids after uterine artery embolization. A report of three cases.
- Fatal septicaemia after fibroid embolisation.
- Anatomy of the uterine artery.
- Opportunity and responsibility: SCVIR's role with uterine artery embolization. Society of Cardiovascular & Interventional Radiology.
- Reporting standards for uterine artery embolization for the treatment of uterine leiomyomata.
- Initial experience with use of tris-acryl gelatin microspheres for uterine artery embolization for leiomyomata.
- Retained myoma fragment after LASH procedure.
- Time course of pain after uterine artery embolization for fibroid disease.
- Reporting standards for uterine artery embolization for the treatment of uterine leiomyomata.
- Modified monorail technique for insertion of tunneled hemodialysis catheters.
- Uterine artery embolization for symptomatic myomata.
- Uterine artery embolization for fibroid disease is not experimental.
- Comparison of the efficacy of the embolic agents acrylamido polyvinyl alcohol microspheres and tris-acryl gelatin microspheres for uterine artery embolization for leiomyomas: a prospective randomized controlled trial.
- Injection sclerotherapy.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Physician Leader 2019 Vein Clinics of America
- EVLT Innovation and Leadership 2010 AngioDynamics
- Top Physician 2018 America's Top Physicians
Professional Memberships
- Society of Interventional Radiology - Fellow
- Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology Society of Europe - Fellow
- American Vein and Lymphatic Society - Fellow
- Outpatient Endovascular and Interventional Society
- Christian Medical and Dental Association
- SouthEastern Angiography Society
- Foundation for Vein and Lymphatic Disease - Board Member
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Get to know Vascular and Interventional Radiologist & Phlebologist Dr. Robert Worthington-Kirsch, who serves patients in New Port Richey, Florida.
A vascular and interventional radiologist & phlebologist, Dr. Worthington-Kirsch is backed by almost 40 years of experience in his field. He is currently in practice with United Vein & Vascular Centers in New Port Richey, Florida.
“Throughout my career I’ve seen how varicose veins make peoples’ quality of life miserable. By utilizing minimally invasive procedures, we have the tools necessary to help them live a full life” stated Dr. Worthington-Kirsch.
Priding himself in staying up to date with latest technologies, he utilizes image-guidance to perform a variety of minimally invasive procedures to treat a wide range of diseases. He specializes in diagnosing and treating patients with specific disorders in the veins such as varicose vein disease, pelvic venous disease, and other related vascular conditions.
Graduating from the prestigious MIT with a Bachelor of Science degree, Dr. Worthington-Kirsch went on to receive his medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School in 1986. He then performed his residency in diagnostic radiology at Mercy Catholic Medical Center, finishing his training in 1990.
As a testament of his continued education, he is board-certified in interventional radiology and diagnostic radiology by the American Board of Radiology; and in venous and lymphatic medicine by the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine.
At the start of his medical career, Dr. Worthington-Kirsch joined Wister Radiology at Germantown Hospital in Philadelphia. Over the years, he also lent his expertise to Mercy Radiology Associates, Delaware Valley Imaging, and Pottstown Memorial Hospital. He had a solo practice, Image Guided Surgery Associates, for several years.
In 2010, he started in office-based practice as a Medical Director for Vascular Access Centers before joining Vein Clinics of America in 2012, where he practiced until 2022. In his many professional endeavors, he maintained a plethora of responsibilities, including diagnostic imaging, interventional radiology, and teaching/research.
In order to remain active and engaged among his professional circles, Dr. Worthington-Kirsch affiliates himself with the Outpatient Endovascular and Interventional Society, the Christian Medical and Dental Associations, the SouthEastern Angiography Society, and the Foundation for Vein and Lymphatic Disease (where he is a Board Member).
He is a Fellow of the Society of Interventional Radiology, the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology Society of Europe, and the American Vein and Lymphatic Society.
Interventional radiology is a medical specialty that performs various minimally-invasive procedures using medical imaging guidance, such as x-ray fluoroscopy, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, or ultrasound. A vascular and interventional radiologist specializes in using imaging technology, such as X-rays and ultrasound, and catheter-based procedures to diagnose and treat many diseases.
Phlebology is a branch of medicine concerned with the veins. A phlebologist is a medical specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of venous origin.
Throughout his lengthy career, Dr. Worthington-Kirsch has parlayed his knowledge into peer-reviewed publications in journals such as the Journal of Ultrasound Medicine, the Journal of Reproductive Medicine, the Journal of Vascular Interventional Radiology and Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology. He has also written a number of textbook chapters and has spoken at a plethora of scientific conferences.
In the near future, he intends to experience the continued growth and success of his career.
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