Ashley H. Aiken, MD
Dr. Ashley H. Aiken, MD, is a neuroradiologist with specialized expertise in imaging of the brain, spine, head, and neck. She is dedicated to using advanced imaging techniques to help diagnose complex conditions, guide treatment decisions, and improve outcomes for patients with cancer, neurological disorders, and traumatic injuries.
Her clinical and research interests include head and neck cancer imaging, stroke, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks, facial trauma, orbital disorders, and conditions affecting the brain and skull base. Dr. Aiken has contributed to advances in head and neck cancer imaging, including the development of standardized imaging guidelines that help physicians monitor treatment response and detect recurrence. She is also passionate about improving communication between radiologists, patients, and the healthcare team to ensure imaging results are clear, meaningful, and support the best possible care.
Board Certifications
American Board of Radiology
Affiliations
Emory
Education & Training
- Medical School: Medical College of Georgia
- Internship: Medical College of Georgia
- Residency: UCSF School of Medicine
Fellowships
UCSF School of Medicine
Locations and Directions
Grady Memorial Hospital
Emergency Care: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Outpatient Care: Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Visiting hours are from 8 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. daily
Publications
- The Faculty Handbook: Path to Growth-From Training to Practice, an Podcast Series (Episode 8).
Raichandani S, Aiken AH
AJR. American journal of roentgenology. 2026;226(4):e2634619.
PMID: 41636570 - NI-RADS in posttreatment head and neck cancer surveillance: a framework for standardized imaging with clinical impact.
Zander DA, Aiken AH, Chang YS, Elsholtz F, Hughes R, Juliano AF, Learned KO, Srinivasan A, Strauss S, Wicks J, Bunch PM
Cancer imaging : the official publication of the International Cancer Imaging Society. 2026;26(1):8.
PMID: 41519917 - ACR Neck Imaging Reporting and Data System for MRI Version 2025.
Bunch PM, Aiken AH, Baugnon KL, Bazylewicz M, Chang YS, Hagiwara M, Srinivasan A, Strauss SB, Wicks J, Zander DA, Juliano AF
Journal of the American College of Radiology : JACR. 2025;22(11):1325-1336.
PMID: 40754125 - Neuroradiology Fellowship Programs: A Comprehensive Guide for Neuroradiology Fellowship Program Directors.
Hagiwara M, Hu R, Bhatt AA, Thaker AA, Middlebrooks EH, Aiken AH, Kennedy TA
AJNR. American journal of neuroradiology. 2025;46(8):1528-1533.
PMID: 40379459 - Diagnostic Performance of Ultrasound in Neck Node NI-RADS Category 2.
Dagher R, Khalaf A, Calle S, Dagher SA, Shah KB, Juliano A, Aiken AH, Learned KO
AJNR. American journal of neuroradiology. 2025;46(9):1893-1899.
PMID: 39993796 - Active upper aerodigestive tract hemorrhage in patients with head and neck cancers: the "dot-in-sludge" sign.
Goswami A, Fisicaro RA, Howard BM, Patel M, Aiken AH, Baugnon KL, Wu X
Emergency radiology. 2023;30(2):225-233.
PMID: 36807208 - The impact of operability status on outcomes in patients with T4 larynx cancer undergoing larynx preservation.
Schlafstein AJ, Goyal S, Amini A, Karam SD, Saba NF, Kaka AS, Aiken AH, Beitler JJ, Stokes WA
Head & neck. 2022;44(12):2854-2864.
PMID: 36196859 - Comparison of 3D constructive interference in steady state (CISS) and T2 sampling perfection with application optimized contrasts using different flip angle evolution MR imaging of the intracranial trigeminal nerve and central skull base neuroforamina.
Kinger NP, Chien LC, Sharma PS, Gravolet RB, Aiken AH, Baugnon KL, Wu X
The neuroradiology journal. 2022;35(6):678-683.
PMID: 35400223 - To Scan or Not to Scan: The Dilemma of Posttreatment Imaging Surveillance of Head and Neck Cancer.
Janopaul-Naylor JR, Aiken AH, Saba NF, El-Deiry M, Kaka AS, Stokes WA
Practical radiation oncology. 2022;12(3):210-214.
PMID: 35150898 - Posttreatment Magnetic Resonance Imaging Surveillance of Head and Neck Cancers.
Zuchowski C, Kemme J, Aiken AH, Baugnon KL, Abdel Razek AAK, Wu X
Magnetic resonance imaging clinics of North America. 2022;30(1):109-120.
PMID: 34802574
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