Michael Williams, MD

Meet Michael Williams, MD

Advancing stroke care and complex neurovascular treatment through minimally invasive expertise in Tyler, Texas

Michael Williams, MD, is a neuro‑interventional radiologist serving patients in Tyler, where he provides advanced, minimally invasive treatment for complex brain, spine, and vascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University Medical Center in New Orleans and completed his diagnostic radiology residency at LSU Shreveport, followed by fellowship training in neuro‑endovascular/interventional neuroradiology at the University of Tennessee in Memphis. Over more than two decades in practice, Dr. Williams has helped expand access to specialized stroke and neurovascular care across East Texas.

Career at a Glance

• 20+ years of experience in diagnostic and neuro‑interventional radiology
• Performs high‑volume stroke interventions, including 315 mechanical thrombectomy procedures in a recent year
• Treats more than 100 cerebral aneurysm cases annually within his practice
• Fellowship‑trained in neuro‑endovascular surgery at the University of Tennessee, Memphis
• Board certified by the American Board of Radiology; CAST‑certified in neuroendovascular surgery

Clinical Role and Leadership

Dr. Williams plays a key role in delivering advanced neurovascular care across East Texas, helping support comprehensive stroke programs and expanding access to specialized, image‑guided therapies. Through his leadership in neuro‑interventional radiology, he contributes to high‑acuity care across multiple regional hospitals, ensuring patients can receive time‑sensitive treatment close to home.

He provides specialized care for conditions such as:

• Acute ischemic stroke
• Cerebral aneurysms
• Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) and fistulas
• Carotid and intracranial artery disease
• Subarachnoid hemorrhage and vasospasm
• Spinal vascular malformations and tumors
• Head and neck vascular conditions, including epistaxis

What You Can Expect from Care with Michael D. Williams, MD

Dr. Williams’ approach centers on precision, timeliness, and minimally invasive treatment, particularly for urgent, life‑threatening conditions like stroke. His work emphasizes the benefits of advanced imaging and endovascular techniques to improve outcomes and recovery.

You can expect:

• Minimally invasive, image‑guided procedures designed to reduce recovery time
• Rapid, coordinated care for stroke and neurovascular emergencies
• Advanced diagnostic imaging to guide accurate treatment decisions
• A focus on reducing procedural risk while maximizing clinical outcomes
• Care delivered within a regional network to keep treatment close to home

Advanced Surgical Innovation / Diagnostic Care

Dr. Williams specializes in neuro‑interventional and endovascular techniques, using catheter‑based approaches to treat complex vascular conditions of the brain and spine. His practice incorporates advanced diagnostic and imaging technologies, including CT and MR angiography, digital subtraction angiography, perfusion imaging, and functional MRI to guide treatment planning and intervention. These tools support highly targeted therapies for stroke, aneurysms, and other neurovascular disorders.

Research, Clinical Insight, and Thought Leadership

Dr. Williams has contributed to clinical research in stroke treatment, including published work on the management of acute ischemic stroke and the role of pharmacological and mechanical endovascular therapies. His work reflects a continued focus on evolving techniques to improve patient outcomes in neurovascular care.

Commitment to Public Health and Health Equity

Through his work in East Texas, Dr. Williams helps expand access to specialized stroke and neurovascular services in a regional setting, where timely treatment can be critical to survival and recovery. By supporting multiple hospital systems and comprehensive stroke programs, he helps improve access to advanced care for diverse patient populations across the region.