Atlanta
At the Atlanta Fibroid Center in Smyrna, just outside Atlanta, our team of board-certified interventional radiologists are leaders in uterine fibroid embolization (UFE). With thousands of successful procedures performed, we are among the most experienced fibroid specialists in the United States.
Meet the Doctors
John C. Lipman, MD, FSIR
Dr. Lipman is a board-certified interventional radiologist who is globally recognized for his unparalleled expertise in fibroid treatment, particularly uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), with over 10,000 procedures performed. He is renowned as the world’s most experienced UFE physician. Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Lipman is an award-winning public speaker and an accomplished author, contributing extensively to academic and medical journals. Through his research, he advances the understanding and treatment of fibroids, solidifying his position as a leading authority in the field.
Qualifications
Board certification in Interventional and Diagnostic Radiology, American Board of Radiology
Fellowship in Vascular & Interventional Radiology, Yale New Haven Hospital of Yale School of Medicine, 1991
Residency in Diagnostic Radiology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital of Harvard Medical School, 1990
Internship in Internal Medicine, Bryn Mawr Hospital of Main Line Health, 1986
Medical Degree, Georgetown University School of Medicine, 1985
Master’s Degree in Physiology, Georgetown University
Bachelor’s Degree in General Science, University of Rochester
Professional Achievements
World’s most experienced UFE physician who performed over 10,000 UFE procedures
Fellow of the American College of Radiology
Fellow of the Society of Interventional Radiology (only 10% of IRs ever achieve in their career)
President of the Southeastern Angiographic Society (SEAS);
Co-Chairman of the RICE Awards
Editorial Advisory Board of Women’s Health at Sharecare
Expert Advisory Council for Responsum Health for Fibroids
Expert Advisory Council for The White Dress Project
Volunteer Physician at Good Samaritan Health Center
Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Morehouse School of Medicine
Former Board of Directors of the Medical Association of Atlanta
Former Board of Directors of the Cobb County Medical Society
Sima Banerjee, MD
Dr. Sima Banerjee has been in independent practice for over 10 years, with a focus on advanced minimally invasive interventions. Her specialties include treatments for peripheral arterial disease, venous disease, and embolization procedures for conditions such as uterine fibroids, varicoceles, bleeding, and tumors.
Qualifications
Board certification in Interventional and Diagnostic Radiology, American Board of Radiology
Fellowship in Vascular & Interventional Radiology, University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) – ACGME Accredited
Residency in Diagnostic Radiology, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia
Medical Degree, Guy’s, King’s, and St. Thomas’ School of Medicine, London, United Kingdom
Professional Achievements
Over 15 years of clinical experience in interventional radiology
Served on hospital committees including Credentials, Cancer, Trauma, and Women in Medicine
Active in medical student and resident education
Formerly affiliated with Geisinger Medical School
Member of the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR)
Active in Women in Interventional Radiology
Mentor in the SIR Mentorship Program