Dr. Poyan Rafiei, MD

Dr. Poyan Rafiei, M.D., is a double board-certified interventional and diagnostic radiologist who brings both advanced training and a deeply patient-centered approach to every case. Dr. Rafiei was born in Baton Rouge, LA, and raised in Houston, TX, from early childhood. He was a top 10 graduating high school student prior to entering the Undergraduate to Medical School Initiative (UMSI) program at Texas Tech University’s Honors College.

By waiving the MCAT requirement and granting early admission into medical school, UMSI allowed Dr. Rafiei to earn his Bachelor’s in Business Administration and Medical Doctorate degree in seven years, where he graduated amongst the top of his class. While in medical school, Dr. Rafiei met his wonderful wife, Dr. Christina Rafiei, and both went on to the University of Mississippi for their residency training together.

A graduate of the Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology and former Director of Interventional Radiology at UTMB, Dr. Rafiei combines academic-level skill with the kind of compassionate care that helps patients feel informed, safe, and supported at every step. From treating chronic knee pain to helping patients manage fibroids or prostate issues without major surgery, he takes time to understand each person’s needs and explain every option clearly.