Minimally Invasive, Image-Guided Care That Helps You Feel Better, Faster
Beacon IR Clinic offers advanced outpatient treatments using interventional radiology (IR). We specialize in treating women’s health conditions like uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, and pelvic vein problems.
We also treat knee pain, blood flow problems in the legs (arteries and veins), bleeding internal hemorrhoids, and men’s health conditions like varicoceles.
Our team helps patients find less invasive options, with shorter recovery times and treatment plans made just for them.
Conditions & treatments by category
Women’s Health
Minimally Invasive Care for Lasting Relief
We specialize in treating uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, and pelvic vein problems. These conditions can cause heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, pressure, pain with intercourse, and lower quality of life.
Men’s Health
We specialize in treating varicoceles. This condition can cause pain, discomfort, and fertility problems.
Varicocele Treatment
Knee Pain & Orthopedics
We specialize in treating chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis, especially when knee injections no longer help. These options may help delay knee replacement or provide relief for patients who may not be candidates for surgery.
Chronic Knee Pain (Osteoarthritis)
Internal Hemorrhoids
Internal Hemorrhoid Care
We specialize in treating internal hemorrhoids with bleeding symptoms—and we can help when other treatments have not worked. This condition can cause bleeding, hemorrhoidal prolapse, and pain/discomfort.
Lower Extremity Vascular Disease – Arteries and/or Veins
We specialize in treating blood flow problems in the legs, including peripheral arterial disease and venous reflux disease—especially when symptoms are getting worse or not improving. These conditions can cause leg pain, non-healing wounds, ulcers, swelling, heaviness, visible veins, and skin changes.
Travel Patients
Care coordination for patients traveling from out of state — including virtual consults, virtual imaging review appointments with Dr. Carlson, and visit planning.
Why Choose Minimally Invasive, Image-Guided Care?
Interventional radiology (IR) is a minimally invasive, image-guided way to treat many conditions. We use real-time imaging—like video X-ray and ultrasound—to see exactly where to go and guide small tools through tiny openings in the body.
This means less damage to healthy tissue, more precise treatment, and faster recovery for many patients.
At Beacon IR Clinic, we specialize in treating patients with minimally invasive, image-guided care. We take time to understand your needs, explain your options clearly, and help you choose what’s right for you.
Find out if you’re a candidate. Call Beacon IR Clinic at 833-IR-DOC-4U (833-473-6248) .
- Small access point. Procedures use a tiny entry point rather than a large incision.
- Image-guided precision. Advanced imaging guides treatment to the targeted area.
- Outpatient setting. All procedures allow patients to return home the same day.
- Less Downtime for Patients: Recovery is faster and easier for most patients compared to surgery.
- Personalized care plan. Treatment is matched to your symptoms, goals, and history.
- Collaborative: We communicate closely with your referring provider.
Minimally Invasive, Image-Guided Procedures
Every treatment begins with a careful evaluation by our team. We explain all available options clearly, so you can choose the care that feels right for you.
The pages below explain what each procedure treats, how it works, and what you can expect.
Uterine Fibroids & Adenomyosis (UFE)
Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) is a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for uterine fibroids and select cases of adenomyosis — designed to relieve heavy bleeding, pelvic pressure, and pain without removing the uterus.
Knee Pain & OrthopedicsGenicular Artery Embolization (GAE)
Genicular artery embolization (GAE) is a minimally invasive, image-guided option for selected patients with chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis — designed to reduce inflammation-related pain without surgery.
Internal HemorrhoidsHemorrhoidal Artery Embolization
Hemorrhoidal artery embolization is a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment option for selected patients with symptomatic internal hemorrhoids — designed to reduce bleeding and discomfort without traditional hemorrhoid surgery.
Women's HealthPelvic Venous Disorders
Pelvic venous disorders, including pelvic congestion syndrome, can cause chronic pelvic pain that worsens throughout the day or after long periods of standing. Image-guided embolization can be an option for appropriate candidates.
Lower Extremity Vascular Disease – Arteries and/or VeinsVaricose Vein & Venous Reflux Treatment – Venous ablation/sclerosants
Beacon IR Clinic provides evaluation and minimally invasive treatment for varicose veins and venous insufficiency — including radiofrequency ablation and sclerotherapy for appropriate candidates.
- Specialist-led evaluation. Care plans built around your case, not a template.
- Advanced imaging precision. Image-guided procedures focused on the targeted area.
- Outpatient convenience. All procedures are performed in an outpatient setting.
- Alternatives to surgery when appropriate. For appropriate candidates, IR may offer a less invasive option.
- Clear education before decisions. You should understand your options before choosing one.
- Virtual and travel-friendly. We support virtual consultation for out-of-region patients and welcome out-of-state patients.
Specialist-led, image-guided, patient-focused
Beacon IR Clinic is built around the patient experience as much as the procedure. Every consultation begins with listening, reviewing imaging carefully, and explaining the options clearly.
Coming from out of state? We make planning easier.
Care coordination for patients traveling from out of state — including virtual consults, virtual imaging review appointments with Dr. Carlson, and visit planning.
- Virtual consultation before you travel
- Local imaging and lab coordination where appropriate
- Guidance on visit length by procedure
- Follow-up via telemedicine where appropriate
Meet our Interventional Radiology (IR) specialist
Beacon IR Clinic’s physician is a board-certified IR specialist.
Luke A. Carlson, MD
Board-Certified Interventional Radiologist
Founder and Medical Director, Beacon IR Clinic
Interventional Radiology (IR): minimally invasive, image-guided care
Dr. Carlson helps patients understand all of their reasonable options before making an important healthcare decision.
Quick answers before you call
Am I a candidate for an IR procedure?
Candidacy depends on your specific condition, imaging, and goals. A Beacon IR Clinic physician will review your history and explain whether a procedure may be appropriate.
Is this covered by insurance?
Coverage depends on your insurance plan and the specific procedure. Our team can help you understand what to ask your insurance provider.
How long is recovery?
Recovery varies by procedure and by patient. All procedures are intended for patients to return home the same day, with light activity often possible within days.
Is this an alternative to surgery?
For appropriate candidates, many IR procedures can be considered as alternatives to traditional surgery. Whether it is right for you depends on a physician evaluation.
Can I start with a virtual consultation?
Virtual consultations are available for patients who live outside the region and want to discuss whether a procedure may be a good fit before traveling.
Ready to take the next step?
Call the clinic to request a consultation. We are also happy to help referring physicians coordinate care.