Alexander Covington, MD

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A Specialist in Interventional Radiology

Dr. Alexander Covington specializes in a variety of interventional radiology procedures.

He offers:

  • Acute deep vein thrombolysis treatments
  • Diagnostic and interventional peripheral angiograms
  • Gastrostomy and gastrojejunostomy tube placement
  • Inferior vena cava (IVC) filter placement and removal
  • Needle biopsies, aspirations and drains
  • Nephrostomy tube placement
  • Paracentesis
  • Thoracentesis

Speaks: English

Specialties

(218) 333-5000

Background Information

Education History

Fellowship:
University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM
Residency:
University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, NM
Medical School:
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
Graduate School:
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
Undergraduate School:
Saint Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA

Certifications:
American Board of Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology

Experience & Research

Professional Memberships:

  • American Board of Radiology (2013-Present)
  • American College of Radiology (2013-Present)
  • Society of Interventional Radiology (2011-Present)
  • Radiological Society of North America (2011-Present)

My Idea of Care

My goal when diagnosing and treating patients is to provide targeted treatment options using the least invasive techniques as possible. I often take a collaborative approach with my colleagues, especially for challenging cases, to minimize risks and provide the best outcomes for our patients.

Personal Interests

Dr. Covington enjoys running and biking with his fiancé and their three dogs.

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