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Professional Experience

• Consultant Interventional Radiologist at The Christie, starting 2022
• Previously worked as a clinical research fellow at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Trust
• Engaged in numerous image-guided procedures (vascular and non-vascular) as part of his interventional portfolio
• Performs a variety of interventional radiology procedures in private practice settings (as listed on Bupa directory)

Academic Contributions

• Research in ultrasound guidance and interventional radiology techniques
• Contributes to The Christie’s research publications repository
• Educational interest in vascular and non‐vascular interventional radiology
• Likely involved in teaching and training fellows or radiology registrars (given role at a major centre)

Areas of Expertise

• Vascular interventional radiology (embolisation, stenting)
• Non-vascular interventional procedures (e.g. image-guided biopsies, drainage)
• Ultrasound-guided therapy and diagnostic imaging in cancer management
• Procedures such as percutaneous nephrostomy, biliary stenting, port insertion, vascular embolisation (as per Bupa listing)

Publications and Research

Patient Care Philosophy

• Clear explanation of complex imaging and treatment options
• Minimally invasive approaches to reduce patient discomfort and recovery time
• Close collaboration with oncology, surgery, and multidisciplinary teams
• Focus on safety, imaging guidance accuracy, and outcome optimization
• Support for patients undergoing image-guided interventional treatments

Professional Affiliations

• Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR)
• Holder of European Board of Interventional Radiology (EBIR) qualification
• Member of national and international interventional radiology societies (likely via roles at a major cancer centre)

FAQs

Is Dr Mark Abel board-certified?

Yes — he holds the FRCR qualification and EBIR certification, indicating specialist accreditation in radiology and interventional radiology.

What types of procedures does he perform?

He performs a wide spectrum of interventional radiology procedures: biopsies, drainage, stenting, embolisation, port/venous access insertions, and image-guided vascular and non-vascular interventions.

Does he treat international patients?

While public sources do not explicitly state this, his work at a leading cancer centre suggests he may accept referrals, especially for specialized interventional care.

How long is the typical hospital stay?

Many interventional procedures are minimally invasive and may be done on a day-case or short-stay basis, depending on complexity and patient condition.

What languages does he speak?

The primary professional language is English; public records do not list additional languages.

Is Dr Abel still active in research?

Yes — he continues to publish, contribute to institutional research, and maintain procedural innovation and imaging research roles.