Specialties
Board Certification
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American Board of Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
American Board of Radiology (Interventional Radiology/Diagnostic Radiology)
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Patient Rating
Patients consistently describe Dr. Strain as caring, compassionate, and attentive, noting that he listens carefully and makes them feel heard. He is frequently praised for clear, thorough explanations of diagnoses, procedures, and treatment options, and for taking time to answer questions and review results. Reviewers also highlight his professionalism, expertise, and reassuring follow-up care.
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Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Radiology & Imaging Sciences
-Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
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| Board Certification |
American Board of Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
American Board of Radiology (Interventional Radiology/Diagnostic Radiology)
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Education history
| Undergraduate | Biology - University of Utah | B.S. |
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| Professional Medical | Medicine - Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College (Sidney Kimmel Medical College) | M.D. |
| Internship | Transitional Year - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Mercy | Intern |
| Residency | Radiology - Albert Einstein Medical Center | Resident |
| Fellowship | Interventional Radiology - Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine | Fellow |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Smith T, Cizman Z, Wilhite S, Strain D, Ray C, Saad (2025). Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt Access Utilizing a 16-F Balloon Valve Sheath Allowing Large-Bore Thrombectomy and Multiple Parallel Catheter Thrombolysis for Acute Portomesenteric Thrombosis. Journal of vascular and interventional radiology, 36(7), 1212-1215.
- Strain D,Nelson K (2024). Challenges in Management of the Adult Vascular Anomalies Population: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Seminars in interventional radiology, 41(4), 336-338.
- Anand K,Cizman Z,Smith T,Strain D,Patel S,Campsen J,Baker T,Saad (2023). Persistent Bleeding after Coil Embolization of a Pancreatic Transplant Pseudoaneurysm: Should Covered Stents Be the Primary Management?. Seminars in interventional radiology, 40(3), 283-285.
- Wadhwa V, Trivedi PS, Makary MS, Strain DV, Ahmed O, Chick JFB, Charalel RA (2021). Utilization and Outcomes of Cholecystostomy and Cholecystectomy in Patients Admitted With Acute Cholecystitis: A Nationwide Analysis. AJR Am J Roentgenol, 216(6), 1558-1565.
Case Report
- Cizman Z, Zachery Paden W, Smith T, Wilhite S, Strain D, Saad W (2024). Endovascular retrieval of a migrated covered stent from the pulmonary artery. Radiol Case Rep, 19(6), 2117-2120.
- Resnick SA, O'Brien D, Strain D, Malaisrie C, Schimmel D, Salem R, Vogelzang R (2016). Single-Center Experience Using AngioVac with Extracorporeal Bypass for Mechanical Thrombectomy of Atrial and Central Vein Thrombi. J Vasc Interv Radiol, 27(5), 723-729.e1.
- Strain D, Smith R (2013). Unintended use of a hairbrush: case report of an uncommon foreign body. J Ultrasound Med, 32(8), 1519-21.
Letter
- Smith T,Paden WZ,Cizman Z,Strain D,Saad (2024). A New Indication for Percutaneous Cholecystostomy: Methotrexate Toxicity Due to Gallbladder Sequestration. Journal of vascular and interventional radiology, 35(2), 320-321.
- Smith T, Paden WZ, Cizman Z, Strain D, Saad (2023). A new indication for percutaneous cholecystostomy: Methotrexate toxicity due to gallbladder sequestration. Journal of vascular and interventional radiology,
Abstract
- Buchan A, Scott-Kirchen L, Kocurek E, Strain D, Li R, Meek J, Meek M (2020). Outcomes of mechanical thrombectomy using the Inari FlowTriever system for the treatment of acute pulmonary embolism [Abstract]. J Vasc Interv Radiol, 31(3), s116.
Dr Strain is compassionate, knowledgeable. He explains treatment and procedures with accuracy. I'm glad he's on my team. He's uplifting and always pleasant to visit with.
Dr Strain is not only VERY knowlegable but shows great concern for his patience. He is an incredible surgeon and saved by leg. Gos bless him.
A Doctor that cares!
Dr Strain is a caring and easy to talk to physician. Great visit, very informative!
Doctor Strain is so very nice and kind. Very pleasant and easy to work with. Explains everything in detail so you can understand. One of the better doctors we've seen by far.
Very kind made us feel very comfortable and he answered all our questions took all the time we needed. Thank you. It's a huge worry lifted
Dr. Strain has wonderful bedside manner and a way of explaining things to you on your level. I have total confidence in him.
He's incredibly kind and confident in his practice. He is reassuring that he knows what next steps in care plan are. He's very inclusive in the decision.
The best in the business Respect and friendly GO UTES
He is the best doctor i have had in my seventies years .
Took time to listen to and respond to my concerns,
Super great Dr
Dr. Strain is confident and highly knowledgeable about vein issues and explains procedures so they can be understood. His diagnosis and treatment plan gives me confidence that my issues can and will be resolved
Very professional and caring interested in patient
I found Dr. strange to be very knowledgeable, and which automatically caused me to have a great deal of respect for him, explained everything very nicely. He took his time doing so he was not rushed with us. He answered all our questions and I find him very good Doctor. I think I would like to see him in the future to take care of this problem. I have with my legs
He took time with me and listened and explained things to me so I understand and did tests and did referrals to help me get to the bottom of my health issues and he also followed up with video call to explain my test results. I definitely recommend Dr Strain to others. Great Doctor!
He is a very caring individual and explained everything thoroughly. He also allowed me to ask many questions while remaining patient and kind.
Dr Strain was very thorough in explaining my upcoming surgery
Dr Strain is caring and considerate. I feel like he understood my concerts and has done appropriate testing to see if he can help me. Thank you Dr Strain
What can I say he was and is very good in every way.
Dr. Strain is knowledgeable and easy to work with.
Dr. Strain is a kind and caring physician. He listened to what I said and remembered it all. That is important to me. I would recommend him to anyone.
A miracle working and very caring. I have already recommended many of my friends to him. Thank God for what he accomplished !
Dr. Vincent care about his patients and goes the extra mile to keep them safe and not do un-needed surgery while watching over your care.
Dr. Strain was very attentive and courteous to my mom. Showing that his patient is very important. The Dr. showed interest in the patient's recovery. Thank you very much Dr. Strain. [TRANSLATED]
He is the best. Friendly and humble
Very professional and gave me options
Excellent Doctor
He is an exceptional Doctor and really cares about his patients
Took time to hear what I had to say. and answered all my questions.
Dr. Strain did a great job explaining recent procedure and the next steps. He also took the time to answer the questions I had. Very nice guy, and cares about his patients.