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‘Buyer beware’ of whole-body MRI scans, cautions Scott Reeder in prominent op-ed

As health-conscious consumers seek elective whole-body MRI scans, UW Department of Radiology Chair Scott Reeder, MD, PhD contends that this latest medical trend is not recommended and not worth the risk. He and co-author Matthew Davenport, MD, MBA from University of Michigan outlined their case in “Elective MRI Screening of the General Public—Buyer Beware,” an …

Scott Reeder receives Gold Medal from ISMRM

On May 11, 2026, UW Department of Radiology Chair Scott Reeder, MD, PhD accepted the Gold Medal from the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) during the organization’s annual meeting in Cape Town, South Africa. The first recipient from UW–Madison, Dr. Reeder received the honor for his contributions to the development and clinical translation of advanced MR imaging technologies that are focused on some of the most important health challenges …

Publications by UW Radiology Members Finalized in January 2026

Bane, Octavia; Geahchan, Amine; Stocker, Daniel; Pavuluri, Swathi; Abboud, Ghadi; Kennedy, Paul; Sharma, Himanshu; Hectors, Stefanie J.; Thung, Swan; Jin, Ning; Fischman, Aaron; Markl, Michael; Reeder, Scott; Schiano, Thomas D.; Taouli, Bachir. Splanchnic hemodynamic parameters measured with 4D flow MRI can diagnose severe portal hypertension. European Radiology. 2026 Jan; 36(1):607-617.  Bejar, Andrea M.; Jaramillo Gonzalez, Maria; Hong, …

Annual UW Radiology Summit reaches new peaks

The second annual University of Wisconsin Radiology Summit gathered together new and familiar faces from across the country for a week of learning, connecting and skiing the majestic mountains in Park City, Utah. Hosted by the UW Department of Radiology, the Summit grew in attendance while continuing to provide a relaxed atmosphere ideal for the educational event.

Publications by UW Radiology Members Finalized in December 2025

A listing of publications finalized by department members in December 2025.

Joseph Sackett’s legacy of leadership and innovation

Although Joseph Sackett, MD stepped down as chair of the University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology 30 years ago, his impact continues to be felt throughout the field. From advancing spine imaging to transforming the department’s structure and policy, Dr. Sackett’s research and leadership helped shape modern radiology in Wisconsin and beyond. Early Leadership and …

Erica Knavel Koepsel recognized at faculty investiture celebration

On June 18, 2025, the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health honored incredible faculty members at their Faculty Investiture Celebration. One of the honorees, Erica Knavel Koepsel, MD formally received recognition as the Andrew B. Crummy Professor of Radiology, an honor she assumed on July 1, 2024 due to her remarkable work in the department and …