News & Events - Radiology

New Research Faculty Introduction

The UAB Heersink School of Medicine Office of Research introduces new faculty for Fall and Winter 2022. Please join Heersink School of Medicine and the Office of Research in welcoming these new faculty.

UAB researcher studying ways to reduce toxicity in breast cancer treatment

The study’s goal is to limit the toxic side effects common to many cancer therapies while not affecting their therapeutic benefits.

UAB physicians use cardiac intelligence to address health inequities

Cardiac intelligence uses artificial intelligence to monitor patients for cardiac disease and progression.

Alumnus Spotlight with Rutherford

Meet Jill Rutehrford, senior partner at Vulcan Imaging Associates and UAB Radiology alumni. We asked her questions about her past, future, and what working in Radiology means to her. What is your name and title? Jill Rutherford, M.D., senior partner[…]

Lung cancer advances spur new hope in fight against a deadly disease

New screening guidelines and improvements in diagnostics and treatment have improved outcomes in lung cancer.

Lapi appointed as first holder of the Emmet O’Neal II Endowed Professorship in the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB

The Board of Trustees of The University of Alabama System recently approved the establishment of the Emmet O’Neal II Endowed Professorship in the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB. This endowed professorship, funded from the bequest of O’Neal Industries in[…]

Mammograms: what they are, why they are important and what to expect

Early detection and mammography can reduce the risk of death caused by breast cancer.

The Marnix E. Heersink Institute for Biomedical Innovation introduces the Heersink Innovation Fellows Program 2022-2023 cohort

The Marnix E. Heersink Institute for Biomedical Innovation recently elected its 2022-2023 cohort for the Heersink Innovation Fellows Program. Nine applicants from various disciplines at UAB were accepted into the program to apply the entrepreneurial mindset to their discipline and[…]

Perchik Directs Artificial Intelligence Literary Course

Jordan Perchik, M.D., abdominal imaging and informatics fellow, directed the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Literacy Course, a free one-week course covering lectures on fundamental terms and applications of AI in radiology. The course began to address a need for AI education[…]

UAB Radiology and OB/GYN collaborate to prioritize mammograms and breast health

More than 40,000 women die annually from breast cancer. However, annual mammography can reduce this risk. Together, the UAB Departments of Radiology and Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) are encouraging women to prioritize their breast health and awareness.

Thyroid nodules are common. Here’s what to do after you check your neck.

Physicians in the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB are advancing the field of thyroid care with cutting-edge, patient-specific procedures and collaborative research investigations.

Heersink Institute Innovation Fellows Program Selects Five Fellows From Radiology

The Heersink Institute for Biomedical Innovation recently called for applications for the Heersink Institute Innovation Fellows Program. A total of nine applicants from across UAB were accepted into the program, with five from the Department of Radiology. The purpose[…]

Lapi Selected to the Academy for Radiology & Biomedical Imaging Research Council of Distinguished Investigators Class of 2022

Suzanne Lapi, Ph.D., was selected to the Academy for Radiology & Biomedical Imaging Research (the Academy) Council of Distinguished Investigators (DI's) Class of 2022. One of the Academy's highest honors, this prestigious award recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to the[…]

Galgano Named Vice Chair of Quality and Patient Experience

Sam J. Galgano, M.D., will assume the new role of vice chair of quality and patient experience, effective October 1. This role has been revitalized from the vice chair of quality improvement and patient safety, with the goal of enhancing[…]

51 medical students named winners of annual Medical Student Research Day competition

Medical Student Research Day celebrates the research accomplishments of medical students and provides them with the opportunity to present their projects to fellow students and faculty.

Alumnus Spotlight with Shadinger

Since completing her diagnostic radiology residency and a women’s imaging fellowship 13 years ago, Libby Shadinger, M.D., has been a member of a diagnostic radiology group in Huntsville, Alabama. She practices general radiology, but also serves as the medical director for[…]

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