Even 20 years after former chair Joseph Sackett, MD stepped down, his legacy continues to define modern radiology at the UW Department of Radiology with innovation, collaboration and compassion. Read more:

Joseph Sackett’s legacy of leadership and innovation

A look back at former Chair Joseph Sackett, MD and how his work shaped the department and field of radiology.

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Registration is now open for the GEHC MR Programming Workshop! This workshop is designed for all skill levels, from beginners seeking foundational knowledge to experienced MR physicists looking to refine their expertise. Learn more & apply at buff.ly/FOJdtot #MRprogramming

AI can feel impersonal, but Christoph Lee, MD, MS, MBA sees its potential for helping doctors provide a "personalized screening approach to save more lives." www.med.wisc.edu/news/breast-... #worldbreastcancerresearchday #breastcancer #cancerresearch

World Breast Cancer Research Day - School of Medicine and Public Health

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Welcome Elliott Russell, MD as a clinical assistant professor in the Section of Interventional Radiology! A UW radiology radiology resident alum and former chief resident, Dr. Russell looks forward to mentoring future residents and medical students.🤝 Learn more about Dr. Russell: buff.ly/h7jzP61

Faculty Spotlight: Elliott Russell

Elliott Russell, MD joined the Section of Interventional Radiology as a clinical assistant professor in 2025.

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🚨 Calling all #MedStudents applying ✍️ for #Radiology residency! Our virtual information session is TOMORROW (8/12)! Sign up here: buff.ly/Ad4TrDN 💻 to learn about our DR and IR programs, and the interview process for the upcoming recruitment season! #RadRes #MedEd #FutureRadRes #DR #IR

We couldn't pic(nic) a better group of people to work with! 🎉 Last week we hosted our annual welcome picnic and got to know our new trainees and connect with colleagues throughout the department! #radiology #radres

Calling all #MedStudents applying ✍️ for #Radiology residency! Sign up for our virtual information session here: buff.ly/Ad4TrDN 💻 to learn about our DR and IR programs, and the interview process for the upcoming recruitment season! #RadRes #MedEd #FutureRadRes #DR #IR

In July, over 120 individuals from 21 institutions joined us for our inaugural Magnetic Resonance in Madison Conference. #MR #MRI #MedicalPhysics

Department of Radiology hosts inaugural Magnetic Resonance in Madison conference

On Thursday, July 10 and Friday, July 11, 2025, over 120 individuals from 21 institutions gathered for the University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology’s Magnetic Resonance in Madison Conference.

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We're excited to welcome Isaiah Tan, MD to the Community Radiology Division! Dr. Tan completed his internship, residency and fellowship at UW! 🦡 His professional interests include neuroimaging 🧠 and early detection of breast cancer. Learn more about Dr. Tan:

Faculty Spotlight: Isaiah Tan

Isaiah Tan, MD joined the Community Radiology Division as a clinical assistant professor in 2025.

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🐦❄️The early bird gets the freshest powder and best price for the University of Wisconsin Radiology Summit! Held January 19-22, 2026, the Summit offers opportunities to earn an estimated 15 CME, connect with colleagues and ski the mountains in Park City, Utah. Learn more at

University of Wisconsin Radiology Summit

January 19-22, 2026 Grand Summit Hotel Park City, Utah The UW Department of Radiology welcomes radiologists across the globe to join us for the annual University of Wisconsin Radiology Summit. The…

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Today at #AAPM25, Diego Hernando, PhD will walk you through quality assurance to ensure your scanner is performing in tip-top shape! @aapmhq.bsky.social

This morning at #AAPM25, you don't want to miss Laura Castañeda-Martínez's 'Best in Physics Ultrasound' presentation! @aapmhq.bsky.social #ultrasound

Welcome Taylor Sellers, MD as the new assistant professor of the Section of Thoracic Imaging! Dr. Sellers’s interest in technology connected him to his career in radiology, but he still has a soft spot for physical media, including vinyl records. 🎵 Learn more about Dr. Sellers here:

Faculty Spotlight: Taylor Sellers

Taylor Sellers, MD joined the Section of Thoracic Imaging as an assistant professor (CHS) in 2025.

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Today at #AAPM25, our experts are covering #ultrasound and #histotripsy! Make sure you stop by their presentations to learn from the best! @aapmhq.bsky.social

With #AI on the rise, are you up to date with best practices? Stop by Tyler Bradshaw, PhD's presentation at #AAPM25 to learn more about adopting this technology in clinical practice. @aapmhq.bsky.social

Don't be nervous for nerve interventions! Today at SABR Andrew Ross, MD, MPH shares his expertise on ultrasound-guided nerve interventions.

Dive in and learn about Diverticulitis of the GI tract with Michael Hartung, MD at #Radiopaedia2025 today! View the live schedule online to see when Dr. Hartung is presenting in your local time zone. buff.ly/cMecL2M

Jade Anderson, MD is presenting the Annual Esmond Mapp, MD, Memorial Lecture at NMA today! Stop by to gain her insight on troubleshooting MSK procedures. #MSKradiology #radiology

Today at #Radiopaedia2025, Jeffrey Kanne, MD leads a virtual 🖥️ chest imaging workshop that you won't want to miss! 🕑 View the live schedule online buff.ly/cMecL2M to see when our experts are presenting in your local time zone!

Join us in welcoming Lewis Jordan, MD, MPH, as the new assistant professor of the Section of Breast Imaging! 👏 When Dr. Jordan isn’t collaborating with his colleagues, he enjoys spending time with his family and powerlifting. 🏋️

Faculty Spotlight: Lewis Jordan

Lewis Jordan, MD, MPH, MS joined the Section of Breast Imaging as an assistant professor (CHS) in July 2025.

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Learn from our experts from the comfort of your home! 🏡 Today at #Radiopaedia2025 Tabby Kennedy, MD and Jeffrey Kanne, MD present virtually 🖥️ on intercranial masses and pulmonary aspergillosis. Check the schedule online to see when they're presenting in your local time zone! 🕑 @radiopaedia.org

In 2015, Alan McMillan, PhD received a pilot award from the UW–Madison ICTR. Now, a decade later, he's serving as co-director of the Pilot Awards Program, giving back to the same program that provided a crucial stepping-stone in his own research. Learn more:

Alan McMillan reflects on his role as ICTR Pilot Awards Program co-director

Reflecting on his first six months in the role, Alan McMillan, PhD provides insight into his role as co-director of the ICTR Pilot Awards Program.

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Join us in welcoming Christoph Lee, MD, MS, MBA as our inaugural Tom Grist, MD/GE HealthCare Foundation Distinguished Chair in Radiology Research! 🔍 Learn more about Dr. Lee, and his research interests:

Faculty Spotlight: Christoph Lee

Christoph Lee, MD, MS, MBA joined the department as the inaugural Tom Grist, MD/GE HealthCare Foundation Distinguished Chair in Radiology Research in July 2025.

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On June 18, 2025, Erica Knavel Koepsel, MD was honored as the Andrew B. Crummy Professor of Radiology at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health Faculty Investiture Celebration. Her groundbreaking work includes performing Wisconsin's inaugural clinical histotripsy ablation. 👩‍⚕️ #WomenInMedicine

Join us in congratulating Nicholas Burris, MD on his recent appointment as the inaugural David A. Bluemke, MD, PhD Professorship in Radiology! 🥳 Dr. Burris was among those honored at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Faculty Investiture Celebration on June 18, 2025.

Nicholas Burris appointed inaugural David A. Bluemke, MD, PhD Professorship in Radiology

On July 1, 2025, Nicholas Burris, MD began a 5-year term as the inaugural David A. Bluemke Professor of Radiology. Dr. Burris formally received the honor at the fourth annual School of Medicine and…

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The inaugural ITPT Symposium brought together leaders in radiochemistry, radiobiology, dosimetry, #theranostics, showcasing clinical applications and latest advancements for tailored cancer treatment. Learn about the symposium and our faculty's involvement: buff.ly/gaZOsFb

We’re proud to announce our recently promoted and appointed faculty members! 🎉 Congrats to Tyler Bradshaw, PhD; Richard Bruce, MD; Laura Eisenmenger, MD; Prashant Nagpal, MD; Anand Narayan, MD, PhD; Matthew Niemeyer, MD; Matthew Shore, MD; Tim Szczykutowicz, PhD and Alisa Walz-Flannigan, PhD!

Department of Radiology announces recent promotions and appointments

We are pleased to announce the promotions and appointments of nine members of the department.

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It's our new residents' first full week, so we're highlighting the great work of our Resident Wellness Committee, which is run by residents, for residents! Learn more about the committee, and the fun events they host throughout the year: buff.ly/3YoFWrj #RadRes

Resident Wellness Committee fosters community

The Resident Wellness Committee regularly hosts fun outings for residents to relax and get to know each other.

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As #ColorectalCancer rates rise in younger patients, there's growing demand for screening and alternative methods. Perry Pickhardt, MD's study compared the effectiveness and cost of less-invasive #CT colonography and multi-target stool DNA testing. Read more about the study at buff.ly/2nDi9zb

Our new trainees hit the ground running 🏃♂️ yesterday! After a great day getting to know the department, they enjoyed a great summer evening ☀️ at the Memorial Union Terrace with their peers and faculty members. #RadRes #Radiology #Madison