Richard S. Pergolizzi, Jr., Radiologist
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Richard S. Pergolizzi, Jr.

Radiologist | Body Imaging

3300 Gallows Road Falls Church Virginia, 22042
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About

Richard S. Pergolizzi, Jr., MD, works at Fairfax Radiological Consultants in Falls Church, Virginia.  A Top Doctor as voted by Washingtonian Magazine in 2008 and 2010, Dr. Pergolizzi specializes in interventional radiology.  Interventional radiology is an up-and-coming sub specialty that involves using imaging techniques as a diagnostic tool.  Dr. Pergolizzi's articles have been published in medical journals, including animal brains in relation to humans, fistulas, and cerebral aneurysm treatment. His research trials approach similar topics, and Dr. Pergolizzi also serves others as Clinical Professor of Neurological Surgery at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Education and Training

Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine

Board Certification

American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 32 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Interventional Neuroradiology

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Clinical Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery, The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences- 2002 to Present -

Awards

  • Top Doc, Washingtonian Magazine, Last Ten Years   
  • Top Doctor, Northern Virginia Magazine, Last Seven Years   

Fellowships

  • SUNY Health Science Center (Neuroradiology); Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham & Women?s Hospital (Interventional Neuroradiology and MRI Therapy)

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Society of Neuroradiology, American College of Radiology, Association of University Radiologists, American Roentgen Ray Society, American Heart Association, Medical Society of Virginia

Articles and Publications

  • Has been published in close to 20 articles

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Good Training

Hobbies / Sports

  • Hunting, Fishing, Boating, Weight Training

Favorite professional publications

  • JNR

Richard S. Pergolizzi, Jr.'s Practice location

3300 Gallows Road -
Falls Church, Virginia 22042
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