CCSVI Screenings

We are offering screening diagnostic ultrasounds to evaluate Multiple Sclerosis patients for Chronic Cerebro-Spinal Venous Insufficiency (CCSVI) at Georgetown University Hospital.

• We are not currently involved in a clinical trial and apologize in advance for any confusion.
• This is a screening ultrasound only which may or may not lead to therapeutic treatment in the future.
• This screening may or may not be covered by insurance.
• We must receive a faxed order for an Extracranial Cerebrovascular Venous Ultrasound signed by the patient's neurologist.
• The signed order from the neurologist must include Diagnosis and ICD9 Code.
• Fax the order to 202-444-7114 or send to Georgetown University Hospital, Division of Vascular Surgery, 4PHC, 3800 Reservoir Rd., NW, Washington, DC 20007.
• The patient’s referring neurologist will receive a copy of the ultrasound.
• The patient must contact his/her neurologist to review or obtain a copy of the report.
• See attached order that can be printed for the referring provider to complete.
• If you need further assistance please call 202-342-2400.

Click here to view the Associated Press story on CCSVI screening at Georgetown University Hospital.

Full interviews with Dr. Carlo Tornatore and Dr. Richard Neville on CCSVI screenings for MS

Dr. Carlo Tornatore Raw Interview Part 1
Dr. Carlo Tornatore Raw Interview Part 2
Dr. Carlo Tornatore Raw Interview Part 3
Dr. Richard Neville Raw Interview