Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine is pleased to welcome Dr. Woody Han to its endovascular team. With a background spanning medicine, diagnostic radiology and advanced neuro-endovascular training, Dr. Han brings a unique combination of expertise, research experience and a passion for advancing treatment options for patients with complex neurological conditions.
His interests in neurointerventional oncology, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)-related neurovascular disorders, and other complex vascular conditions reflect his commitment to innovative, collaborative care. We sat down with Dr. Han to learn more about his path to medicine, what drew him to Goodman Campbell and his vision for the future of neuro-endovascular care.
From Economics to Neuroscience: An Unexpected Path to Medicine
Dr. Han’s journey into medicine began at Duke University, where he studied economics. It was his involvement in glioblastoma research in a laboratory that sparked an interest in medicine and neuro-oncology, setting him on a path he had not originally anticipated.
While attending Indiana University School of Medicine, a clinical rotation with neurosurgery and Goodman Campbell’s interventional neuroradiology section introduced him to the field that would ultimately shape his career: interventional neuroradiology.
Following medical school, Dr. Han completed a diagnostic radiology residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria, followed by a neuroradiology fellowship at Northwestern University and a neuroendovascular surgery fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco, from 2021 to 2024.
During his advanced training, he worked in an environment where innovative neurointerventional oncology research was underway, including studies exploring yttrium-90 radioembolization for glioblastoma and intra-arterial chemotherapy for head and neck cancer.
These experiences allowed him to combine his interests in neurointervention and cancer care, helping shape the specialized expertise he brings to Goodman Campbell.
Why Goodman Campbell?
For Dr. Han, joining Goodman Campbell was an opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists while continuing to advance his own clinical interests.
“Goodman Campbell’s interventional neuroradiology section has a widespread reputation for excellence,” he shared.
He was also drawn to the practice’s breadth of experience, with a high volume and wide variety of cases involving conditions such as stroke and aneurysms. The opportunity to collaborate with leaders in the field on challenging cases was another important factor in his decision.
The move also holds personal significance. Dr. Han and his family will be closer to their extended family in Indianapolis, making the transition an exciting opportunity both professionally and personally.
Expanding Possibilities in Neuroendovascular Care
Dr. Han looks forward to collaborating with Goodman Campbell’s neurointerventionalists and neurosurgeons while helping expand the practice’s capabilities in several specialized areas.
His interests include neurointerventional oncology, CSF-related neurovascular disorders, and intracranial and spinal dural arteriovenous fistulas.
These conditions can present complex diagnostic and treatment challenges, often requiring advanced imaging, specialized procedures and close collaboration among medical specialists.
Dr. Han is particularly interested in three areas:
- Dural arteriovenous fistula embolization: These abnormal connections between arteries and veins require individualized treatment approaches because each has a unique vascular structure. Successful treatment calls for careful planning, detailed reasoning and collaboration among specialists.
- CSF-venous fistula diagnosis and treatment: These abnormal connections can be difficult to identify and may require specialized imaging techniques. Diagnosis and treatment bring together expertise in neuroradiology and neuro-endovascular surgery to pinpoint the source and guide treatment.
- Neurointerventional oncology: Dr. Han is interested in using advanced imaging and catheter-based techniques to deliver targeted therapies for certain brain and head and neck cancers, including intra-arterial chemotherapy.
Each of these areas offers opportunities to combine advanced technology with individualized treatment planning, helping physicians address challenging conditions and explore new approaches to patient care.
A Commitment to Research and the Future of Care
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Han is committed to research and continued advancement in neuro-endovascular medicine.
He hopes to build on Goodman Campbell’s established work in stroke and aneurysm care, including its participation in the NeuroVascular Quality Initiative–Quality Outcomes Database (NVQI-QOD). Through rigorous data collection and analysis, these efforts contribute to a broader understanding of treatment outcomes and opportunities to improve care.
He also hopes to expand the practice’s work in diagnosing and treating CSF-venous fistulas and other CSF-related neurovascular disorders. In collaboration with oncology colleagues, he plans to explore opportunities to advance intra-arterial therapies for brain and head and neck cancers.
Dr. Han also intends to remain involved with the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery’s neurointerventional oncology community, including its Neurointerventional Oncology Summits.
His goals reflect a broader commitment to combining clinical expertise, research and collaboration to help move the field forward.
Getting to Know Dr. Han
Outside the hospital, Dr. Han enjoys spending time with his wife and their two children. As a family, they love traveling and hiking together.
He and his extended family also maintain close ties to the Chinese-American community in Indianapolis, making his return to the area especially meaningful.
Originally born in China, Dr. Han speaks Mandarin and also plays the piano, bringing a few interests beyond medicine to his already diverse background.
Welcome to Goodman Campbell
Dr. Han’s arrival adds valuable expertise to Goodman Campbell’s endovascular team and creates new opportunities for collaboration, research and continued growth in specialized neurovascular care.
We are excited to welcome Dr. Han and look forward to the experience, perspective and dedication he brings to our team as we continue advancing care for patients with complex brain and spine conditions.
