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Guided Therapy
Colorado’s leader in image-guided therapy in Denver, specializing in minimally invasive procedures and interventional radiology treatments. We deliver advanced, patient-focused care in a comfortable outpatient setting.
Discover how Dr. Charles Nutting, a leading interventional radiologist in Denver, uses cutting-edge imaging and embolization procedures to treat complex conditions with less pain, faster recovery times, and no major surgery. Our goal is to provide effective, non-surgical treatment options that help you return to normal life sooner.
About Dr. Nutting, DO FSIR
Procedures performed by Dr. Nutting
Why Experience Matters in Embolization
Embolization procedures require specialized training and high procedural volume. Choosing an experienced interventional radiologist is critical to achieving the best outcomes.
Patients should always ask:
- How many procedures has the physician performed?
- What are their success rates and complication rates?
With decades of experience and thousands of procedures completed, Dr. Nutting is a trusted leader in embolization and minimally invasive treatments in Denver.
Prostate Embolization
Dr. Nutting has successfully treated over 1,000 patients from all across the United States through prostate embolization. He currently trains other physicians in the PAE procedure and was fortunate to receive training from luminaries of prostate embolization in Brazil and Portugal. Additionally, Dr. Nutting frequently lectures at conferences about PAE and has published research and articles on this topic.
Liver Embolization
Dr. Nutting has performed over 10,000 liver embolizations in his career making him one of the leaders in the field. As part of an interdisciplinary team, he participates in clinical trials and publishes data with other physicians around the world. He was the first physician to deliver Sirsphere radioactive microspheres in the United States in 2003.
Knee Arthritis Embolization
Dr. Nutting treats arthritic knee pain for patients who are not ready or are trying to avoid a total knee replacement. Called a Genicular Embolization, Dr. Nutting is leading the advancement of this exciting and minimally-invasive treatment as a principal investigator in a worldwide trial to treat 1000 patients over the next number of years.
Don’t be fooled
Embolization procedures require specialized training and repetition. Experience absolutely matters. It is vitally important to always ask any physician how many of your particular procedures they have personally performed. Additionally, ask for their outcomes data and complication rates.
Interventional Radiologist
Charles Nutting, DO FSIR
Dr. Nutting is a world renowned interventional radiologist practicing in Denver for the last 2 decades. He has lectures worldwide, publishes medical papers, and trains other doctors from around the United States. He trained at Chicago Osteopathic Medical School in Radiology and completed a fellowship in Interventional Radiology at RUSH Presbyterian Medical Center in 1998. Dr. Nutting earned his Fellowship in the Society of Interventional Radiology, an honor bestowed on less than 10% of doctors in his specialty.
Traveling for Treatment in Denver?
More than 30% of our patients travel from across the country for care. Our Denver clinic is conveniently located near accommodations, including Hyatt Place – DTC, where patients receive exclusive discounted rates.
Published Research
Dr. Nutting contributes to peer-reviewed research in interventional radiology and embolization. Each citation links to its record on PubMed, the National Library of Medicine's database. View the full record on PubMed.
- Use of yttrium-90 radioembolization to control liver metastases in pancreatic acinar cell carcinoma and pancreatoblastoma
- Multicenter quantification of radiation exposure and associated risks for prostatic artery embolization in 1476 patients
- Treatment of locally advanced pancreatic cancer using localized trans-arterial micro perfusion of gemcitabine: combined analysis of RR1 and RR2
- Advanced image guidance for prostatic artery embolization: a multicenter technical note
- Yttrium-90 radioembolization for hepatic malignancy in patients with previous biliary intervention: multicenter analysis of hepatobiliary infections
- How to get out of trouble during prostatic artery embolization
- Updated survival outcomes and analysis of long-term survivors from the MORE study on safety and efficacy of radioembolization in unresectable colorectal cancer liver metastases
- Hepatopulmonary shunting: a prognostic indicator of survival in patients with metastatic colorectal adenocarcinoma treated with yttrium-90 radioembolization
- Baseline hemoglobin and liver function predict tolerability and overall survival of patients receiving radioembolization for chemotherapy-refractory metastatic colorectal cancer
- Results of a randomized controlled multicenter phase III trial of percutaneous hepatic perfusion compared with best available care for patients with melanoma liver metastases
- Safety and efficacy of radioembolization in elderly (≥70 years) and younger patients with unresectable liver-dominant colorectal cancer
- Oncolytic tanapoxvirus expressing FliC causes regression of human colorectal cancer xenografts in nude mice
- Multicenter evaluation of the safety and efficacy of radioembolization in patients with unresectable colorectal liver metastases selected as candidates for yttrium-90 resin microspheres
- Hepatic imaging response to radioembolization with yttrium-90-labeled resin microspheres for tumor progression during systemic chemotherapy in patients with colorectal liver metastases
- Image-guided ablation of malignant liver tumors: recommendations for clinical validation of novel thermal and non-thermal technologies
- Quality improvement guidelines for transhepatic arterial chemoembolization, embolization, and chemotherapeutic infusion for hepatic malignancy
- Research reporting standards for radioembolization of hepatic malignancies
- The North American Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (NANETS) guidelines: mission, goals, and process
- The NANETS consensus guideline for the diagnosis and management of neuroendocrine tumors: well-differentiated neuroendocrine tumors of the jejunum, ileum, appendix, and cecum
- Minimally invasive techniques in management of hepatic neuroendocrine metastatic disease
- A first report of radioembolization for hepatic metastases from ocular melanoma
- Treatment parameters and outcome in 680 treatments of internal radiation with resin yttrium-90 microspheres for unresectable hepatic tumors
- Radioembolization for unresectable neuroendocrine hepatic metastases using resin yttrium-90 microspheres: early results in 148 patients
- Recommendations for radioembolization of hepatic malignancies using yttrium-90 microsphere brachytherapy: a consensus panel report from the radioembolization brachytherapy oncology consortium
- Use of yttrium-90 microspheres in the treatment of unresectable hepatic metastases from breast cancer
- Resin yttrium-90 microsphere brachytherapy for unresectable colorectal liver metastases: modern USA experience
- Günther Tulip filter retrievability multicenter study including CT follow-up: final report
- Pathologic response and microdosimetry of yttrium-90 microspheres in man: review of four explanted whole livers
- Metastatic breast cancer in a 54-year-old woman: integrative treatment with yttrium-90 radioembolization
- Combined antegrade and retrograde embolization of a transected vertebral artery
Minimally Invasive Treatment Options
Revolutionizing the landscape of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) management, our state-of-the-art embolization therapy offers a non-surgical breakthrough for individuals grappling with symptomatic BPH. This minimally invasive procedure is designed to provide targeted relief by addressing the enlarged prostate’s vascular supply.
Embarking on the forefront of interventional oncology, our cutting-edge embolization therapy stands as a beacon of hope in the battle against both primary and metastatic tumors. Meticulously designed and executed by our expert team of medical professionals, this innovative treatment approach is tailored to address the unique challenges posed by these intricate malignancies.
Genicular artery embolization (GAE) has emerged as a promising interventional radiology procedure to alleviate pain in patients suffering from knee osteoarthritis (OA). Knee OA is a common and debilitating condition characterized by the progressive deterioration of joint cartilage, leading to pain, stiffness, and functional impairment. While traditional treatments such as medications, physical therapy, and injections may provide relief, some patients continue to experience persistent pain.
Using advanced image-guided therapy, Dr. Nutting precisely blocks the blood supply to fibroids, causing them to shrink and relieving symptoms such as heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, and pressure. This outpatient procedure avoids hysterectomy, preserves the uterus, and allows for a faster recovery with minimal downtime.
Through image-guided embolization, Dr. Nutting targets the arteries supplying hemorrhoids, decreasing blood flow and reducing swelling and bleeding. This minimally invasive procedure is performed in an outpatient setting and offers a discreet, effective solution for patients seeking long-term relief.
For patients diagnosed with ocular melanoma, targeted embolization therapy offers a highly specialized, minimally invasive treatment option.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is embolization?
It is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure that treats many conditions without major surgery. An interventional radiologist guides a thin catheter through a small puncture to block blood flow to the targeted tissue, which usually means less pain and a faster recovery than open surgery, in a same-day outpatient visit.
What conditions can it treat?
Dr. Nutting treats several conditions with embolization, including:
- Enlarged prostate (BPH) in men, through prostate artery embolization (PAE)
- Uterine fibroids, through fibroid embolization
- Knee osteoarthritis, through knee embolization (GAE)
- Liver tumors, through liver embolization
- Hemorrhoids, through hemorrhoid embolization
- Ocular melanoma, through immunoembolization
What is prostate artery embolization (PAE)?
PAE is a minimally invasive option for men with an enlarged prostate (BPH) whose urinary symptoms, such as frequent nighttime urination or a weak stream, affect daily life. Dr. Nutting has performed prostate artery embolization for more than 1,200 patients.
How do I know if it is right for me?
Embolization is well established and generally safe, and outcomes depend on the physician’s experience. Dr. Nutting is a Fellow of the Society of Interventional Radiology (FSIR) with more than 20 years of practice and thousands of procedures performed. Schedule a consultation to see if it is a fit for you.
This information is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult Dr. Nutting about your specific situation.
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