Alyssa Kirsch

Dr. Alyssa Kirsch is a radiologist who interprets medical imaging studies, including ultrasounds, CT scans and MRIs of the abdomen and pelvis. Her training includes ultrasound-guided procedures as well as MRI techniques for complex prostate, rectal and gynecologic cases.

Kirsch's research explores a broad range of topics, including imaging blunt injuries to the bowel and mesentery (membranes attaching the intestines to the abdominal wall), choroid plexus carcinoma (brain cancer involving the cells that produce cerebrospinal fluid), biopsy of potentially cancerous bone abnormalities, ectopic pregnancy (when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus), neuroimaging of acute viral encephalitis (brain inflammation from a viral infection), and imaging of toxic-metabolic encephalopathy (brain dysfunction related to substances that can affect processes providing the body with energy). She has also conducted a study examining how caregivers of children with disabilities perceive communications with the child's doctors. She has presented her research findings at regional and national conferences.

Kirsch earned her medical degree at the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. She completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, followed by a fellowship in abdominal imaging at UCSF.

An avid runner, Kirsch has completed 10 half-marathons. She also enjoys yoga, biking, hiking and baking.