According to data from a 20-year-long program led by Perry Pickhardt, MD and David Kim, MD, CT colonography (CTC) may be the best option for many patients to screen for colorectal cancer.
The University of Wisconsin–Madison and UW Health will assess whether artificial intelligence (AI) can effectively assist radiologists in the interpretation of mammograms as part of a national clinical trial. Wisconsin media outlets interviewed Christoph Lee, MD, MS, MBA; Mai Elezaby, MD; and Ryan Woods, MD, MPH about the exciting potential of improving cancer detection and reducing unnecessary callbacks and …
Established in 2023, the UW Department of Radiology Resident Mentorship program matches each first-year resident with a faculty mentor who helps navigate the intricacies of their new role and make connections during their training. Mentors regularly check in with their residents, offering insight from their own experiences and providing support throughout training. One of the …
For patients suffering from thyroid goiters, undergoing surgery can be a daunting treatment. However, for many patients, it’s not the only option. UW Department of Radiology interventional radiologists Sean Golden, MD and Matthew Niemeyer, MD offer thyroid artery embolization (TAE) as a minimally invasive alternative. TAE can be a good fit for patients who are hesitant to undergo surgery or …
The UW–Madison Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR) funds research activities intended to inform subsequent external funding proposals through its Pilot Awards Program. Alan McMillan, PhD experienced this firsthand when he received a pilot award for his research project in 2015; now, a decade later, Dr. McMillan serves as co-director for the program. “That award was the catalyst for …
With Radiology Fellowship Match Day on June 18, 2025, the University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology can announce our full roster of fellows that will join us in July 2026. The Neuroradiology, Musculoskeletal Imaging and Intervention, and Breast Imaging & Intervention fellowship programs along with the Interventional Radiology Independent program participated in the Match Day, which is administered by the National …
Burnside, Elizabeth S.; Grist, Thomas M.; Lasarev, Michael R.; Garrett, John W.; Morris, Elizabeth A. Artificial Intelligence in Radiology: A Leadership Survey. Journal of the American College of Radiology. 2025 May; 22(5):577-585. Denecken, Esteban; Arrieta, Cristóbal; Hernando, Diego; Sotelo, Julio; Mella, Hernán; Uribe, Sergio. Simultaneous acquisition of water, fat and velocity images using a phase-contrast …
Neuroradiology Section Chief Tabassum (Tabby) Kennedy, MD and Musculoskeletal Imaging and Intervention Fellowship Program Director Andrew Ross, MD, MPH share their expert insight on running successful fellowship programs in recent publications. Dr. Kennedy provides an in-depth guide for neuroradiology fellowship program directors in the article “State of Practice of Neuroradiology Fellowship Programs: A Comprehensive Guide …
Department Chair Scott Reeder, MD, PhD and Director of Informatics John Garrett, PhD explain how radiologists at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health are adopting and developing tools powered by artificial intelligence (AI) in a recent interview with HealthTech. Within the department, AI image reconstruction algorithms enable improved image quality and …
On May 29, 2025, family, friends and colleagues gathered from near and far to join the University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology in celebrating the 2025 resident class. Held in the Discovery Building on campus, the event began with a social hour and transitioned into a seated dinner for the program. Department Chair Scott …