LOK YUN (SAMANTHA) SUNG
MD
Nesconset,New York
Summary
I am an interventional and diagnostic radiologist with over 12 years of clinical experience. My interventional practice includes image-guided procedures with a focus on pain management, particularly in the treatment of intercostal, abdominal, and pelvic neuralgia. I also have expertise in the management and biopsy of bone lesions. As a diagnostic radiologist, my expertise is in vascular imaging, including CT angiography and vascular ultrasound.
In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I serve in a leadership role as the Radiology Residency Program Director, where I am actively developing a residency curriculum and changing lecture style to fit the current climate of remote learning. I have also gained experience in conflict resolution and trainee development. My leadership approach is practical and focused on preparing residents with skills needed for independent practice. I value accountability, fairness, and leading by example.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Radiology Residency Program Director
Stony Brook University Hospital
Stony Brook, NY
07.2025 - Current
- Oversee all aspects of the radiology residency program consisting of 25 radiology residents. Responsibility includes curriculum development, faculty coordination, residency mentorship and recruitment. Ensure compliance with ACGME standards and program accreditation.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Collaborated closely with executive leadership to improve resident satisfaction and education.
Principal Innovator
Stony Brook University Hospital
Stony Brook, NY
12.2025 - Current
- Collaborating on the design of a novel bone biopsy device (concept stage) with engineering partners at Stony Brook. Idea is in its infancy phase. Met with Stony Brook engineers to explore early-stage design and development strategies for the biopsy device. Currently conducting market research on the need for a new bone biopsy device.
Question Author, ACR RadExam
American College of Radiology
Reston, VA
12.2025 - Current
- Authored board-style diagnostic radiology questions for the ACR Radexam question bank used by residents in preparation for the Diagnostic Radiology In-Training Examination.
Assistant Clinical Professor of Radiology/Diagnostic Radiologist/Interventional Radiologist
Stony Brook University Hospital
09.2020 - Current
- Full-time interventional radiologist performing venous access, pain management/nerve blocks, ablations, drainages, biopsies, angiograms, uterine artery embolization, kyphoplasty. Actively involved in radiology residency and resident teaching. Also involved in diagnostic radiology call, which includes interpreting US, body CT, plain films, MRIs.
- Provided academic advising to medical students, assisting them in navigating program requirements and making informed decisions about their careers.
- Served as a role model for medical students and residents by demonstrating exceptional ethics and professionalism throughout all aspects of clinical teaching responsibilities.
Assistant Clinical Professor of Radiology/Diagnostic Radiologist/Interventional Radiologist
PAGNY, Harlem Hospital
Harlem, NY
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Full-time diagnostic radiologist covering an extremely busy ultrasound department (averaging 50 cases per day) with expertise in second and third trimester OB ultrasounds; participate in diagnostic calls. One of two interventional radiologists performing venous access, drainages, biopsies, fistulograms, angiograms , etc. Participate and present at surgery M&M and tumor board. Actively involve in radiology residency and resident teaching. Create an ultrasound lecture curriculum.
Interventional Radiologist/Diagnostic Radiologist
Envision, Citrus Memorial Hospital
Inverness, FL
11.2017 - 08.2019
- One of two interventional radiologists who help develop an interventional oncologist service. Our services include Y90, TACE, ablations, fistulograms, nephrostomies, ureteral stents, PTC, venous access, drainages, biopsies, joint injections/arthrograms, LP. Participate and run tumor board. Develop radiology rounds with family medicine residents. Participate in diagnostic imaging (Fluoro, CT, plain films, ultrasounds, MRI).
Interventional Radiologist
Peconic Bay Medical Center, Northwell Health
Riverhead, NY
12.2015 - 06.2017
- Interventional radiologist whose ultimate goal is to develop and participate in the growth of a satellite hospital acquired by Northwell; procedures includes angiography, nephrostomies, biopsies, drainages, venous access, port placement, dialysis maintenance, PAD work, interventional oncology (TAE, TACE, ablation). Participate in diagnostic imaging (CT, plain films, ultrasound) including diagnostic call.
- Established collaborative relationships with referring physicians, facilitating seamless communication regarding patient care plans.
Interventional Radiologist/Mammographer
New York Radiology Alliance
Port Jefferson, NY
07.2014 - 11.2015
- Interventional radiologist and mammographer in private group servicing multiple community hospitals in Long Island. Procedures include venous access, IVC filters, angiography, biopsies, drainages, lumbar punctures. Screening and diagnostic mammography: FNA, ultrasound, stereotactic and MRI guided biopsies. Diagnostic work: CTs, plain films, ultrasound.
- Contributed to departmental growth by participating in marketing efforts and community outreach programs.
Interventional Radiology Fellow
NYU Langone Medical Center
New York, New York
07.2013 - 06.2014
- Procedures include interventional oncology (TACE, Radioembolization:Y-90, RFA, microwave ablation), peripheral arteriography (stenting, angioplasty, coil, glue, ethanol embolization), venous access, mediport, TIPS, percutaneous cholangiogram, biliary drain and biliary stent, percutaneous cholecystostomy, nephrostomies, nephroureteral stents, uterine fibroid embolization, pulmonary AVM embolizations, bronchial artery embolizations, adrenal vein sampling, IVC filter placement and retrievals, SVC stent placement, abscess drainages, ultrasound and CT guided biopsies, one month mammography elective.
Diagnostic Radiology Resident
Stony Brook Medicine
Stony Brook, New York
07.2009 - 06.2013
- Training included abdominal/chest CT/CTA/radiographs, abdominal and pelvic ultrasound, neuro CT/CTA/MRI, MSK CT/MRI/radiographs, mammography (screening, diagnostic, ultrasound guided procedures, stereotactic biopsies, MRI biopsies), GI/GU fluoroscopy, pediatric CT/radiographs, cardiac CTA, nuclear medicine studies (thyroid scan, meckel scan, bleeding scan, PET/CT, bone scan, indium-WBC scans, MUGA).
Chief Resident
Stony Brook Medicine
Stony Brook, NY
12.2011 - 12.2012
- Responsibilities include acting as a liaison between attendings and residents, improving resident education by leading weekly interesting case conferences and putting together monthly QA conferences, attending faculty meetings.
Surgery Coordinator/Medical Assistant
NY Otolaryngology PLLC
Flushing, NY
06.2002 - 07.2004
- Assisted physicians in an ENT medical office; scheduled patients for surgery and obtained authorization; assisted with medical billing.
- Enhanced patient experience by efficiently scheduling surgeries and coordinating necessary pre-operative appointments.
Education
Interventional Radiology Fellowship -
NYU Langone Medical Center
New York, NY06-2014
Diagnostic Radiology Residency - undefined
Stony Brook University Medical Center
Stony Brook, NY06-2013
Transitional Internship - undefined
Flushing Hospital Medical Center
Flushing, NY06-2009
M.D., Doctor of Medicine - undefined
Stony Brook University School of Medicine
Stony Brook, NY05-2008
B.S. - Cell Molecular Biology
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-2002
Skills
- Advanced presentation design
- Pain management interventions
- Bone lesion biopsy and management
- CT angiography and Vascular ultrasounds
Certification
American Board of Radiology Certification (June 2013)
PUBLICATIONS
- Brooke Rothberg; Steven J. Chen; Leshya Bokka; Stefanos Giannopoulos; Nektarios Charisis; Nicos Labropoulos; Lok Yun Sung. Diagnostic Imaging and Treatment of Fibroadipose Vascular Anomaly: A Systematic Review and Case Report. Journal of Vascular Surgery, 81, S43-S44
- Brooke Rothberg; Steven J. Chen; Leshya Bokka; Stefanos Giannopoulos; Nektarios Charisis; Nicos Labropoulos; Lok Yun Sung. Diagnostic Imaging and Treatment of Fibroadipose Vascular Anomaly (FAVA): Systematic Review and Case Report. VEITH Abstract 2024.
- Wei ET, Mahmoud AA, Naser-Tavakolian K, Sung, L. Superinfected endometrioma, ultrasound guided drainage. Radiol Case Rep. 2022 May 11;17(7):2501-2505.
- Wei, E, Mahmoud, A, Naser-Tavakolian, K, & Sung, L. Case in Point: Uterine Prolapse. American College of Radiology
- Sung LY, Lin CT, Cherian V. Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Drainage: Scimitar Syndrome. Resident Review Series-Pediatric Radiology. Oxford University Press.
- Balogh LA, Nigavekar SS, Nair BM, Lesniak W, Zhang C, Sung LY, Kariapper MST, El Jawahri A, Llanes M, Bolton B, Mamou F, Tan W, Hutson A, Minc L, Khan MK. Significant effect of size on the in vivo biodistribution of gold composite nanodevices in mouse tumor models. Nanomedicine: Nanotechnology, Biology and Medicine. 2007; 3(4): 281-296.
- Nigavekar SS, Sung LY, Llane M, El-Jawahri A, Lawrence TS, Becker CW, Balogh L, Khan MK. 3H Dendrimer Nanoparticle Organ/Tumor Distribution. Pharmaceutical Research. 2004; 21(3): 476-483.
- Giannopoulos, S. Sung LY. Cryoablation in Fibroadipose Vascular Anomaly (FAVA): An Alternative to Surgical Excision. Oral presentation for Long Island Angio Club. July 28, 2022.
- Jupalli, S. Sung LY. Inguinal herniation of the uterus and ovary in a premature infant. Harlem Hospital Center 2020 Research Fair. Poster presentation was awarded first prize.
- Chaudhary, K. Sung LY. Unusual Presentation of Adult Hirschsprung’s Disease. Harlem Hospital Center 2020 Research Fair. Poster presentation was awarded second prize.
- Al-Kadumi, M. Sung, LY. Pneumoperitoneum of a setting of perforated appendicitis. Harlem Hospital Center 2020 Research Fair. Poster presentation.
- Sung LY, Lien K, Kantharia S, Moore W. Use of CT attenuation value in predicting an infected Intra-abdominal fluid. Long Island Radiological Society meeting, April 2011.
- Sung LY, Lien K, Kantharia S, Moore W. Use of CT attenuation value in predicting an infected Intra-abdominal fluid. Annual Radiology Research Symposium, Winthrop University Hospital, 2012.
- Sung LY, Ishiguchi T, Hitoshi T, Takahasi T. Nociceptive stimulation of the peritoneum inhibits Anti-pyloric coordination and delays gastric emptying via reducing vagal tone in conscious rats. American Gastroenterological Association Convention, May 2001.
DISTINCTIONS/SOCIETIES
- Active contributor for Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor Board
- Active contributor for Urology Tumor Board
- Member of the American College of Radiology and New York State Radiological Society
- Member of Association of Academic Radiology
- Teacher of the Year Award 2024, Radiology Residency
- Certification in Tomosynthesis Breast Imaging: 9/2014
- Radiology Resident Teaching Award: 2012
- Radiology Chief Resident: 2011-2012
- Stony Brook University School of Medicine National Dean’s List-2004-2005
- University of Michigan University Honors-1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
- University of Michigan Literature, Science and Arts Merit Scholarship-1999, 2001
- University of Michigan James B. Angell Scholar-2000
- William J Branstrom Freshman Book Prize-1999
OTHERS
- Long Island Radiological Society (LIRS): Educational Chair 2024; Treasurer 2025
- Mentorship for Medical Students and Radiology Residents
- Member of Citrus Medical Society
- Fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin
- Proficiency in PACS (GE), Siemens PACS, Soarian, Powerscribe 360, Talk Tech, EPIC, Powerchart; Hologic; Penrad
Timeline
Principal Innovator
Stony Brook University Hospital
12.2025 - Current
Question Author, ACR RadExam
American College of Radiology
12.2025 - Current
Radiology Residency Program Director
Stony Brook University Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Assistant Clinical Professor of Radiology/Diagnostic Radiologist/Interventional Radiologist
Stony Brook University Hospital
09.2020 - Current
Assistant Clinical Professor of Radiology/Diagnostic Radiologist/Interventional Radiologist
PAGNY, Harlem Hospital
09.2019 - 08.2020
Interventional Radiologist/Diagnostic Radiologist
Envision, Citrus Memorial Hospital
11.2017 - 08.2019
Interventional Radiologist
Peconic Bay Medical Center, Northwell Health
12.2015 - 06.2017
Interventional Radiologist/Mammographer
New York Radiology Alliance
07.2014 - 11.2015
Interventional Radiology Fellow
NYU Langone Medical Center
07.2013 - 06.2014
Chief Resident
Stony Brook Medicine
12.2011 - 12.2012
Diagnostic Radiology Resident
Stony Brook Medicine
07.2009 - 06.2013
Surgery Coordinator/Medical Assistant
NY Otolaryngology PLLC
06.2002 - 07.2004
Diagnostic Radiology Residency - undefined
Stony Brook University Medical Center
Transitional Internship - undefined
Flushing Hospital Medical Center
M.D., Doctor of Medicine - undefined
Stony Brook University School of Medicine
B.S. - Cell Molecular Biology
University of Michigan
Interventional Radiology Fellowship -
NYU Langone Medical Center