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UW Department of Radiology hosts national photon counting CT planning key opinion leader summit

This fall, the department hosted key opinion leaders and delegates from GE HealthCare clinical sites nationwide.

Dedicated day raises awareness for lung cancer screening

On Nov. 14, UW Health is offering 90 CT screening appointments in recognition of National Lung Cancer Screening Day.

Ryan Woods shared with media how AI can support radiologists

In interviews with Channel 3000 and Fox 2 Morning, Ryan Woods, MD, MPH emphasized that AI is not replacing the job of radiologists but may serve as a helpful resource.

Publications by UW Radiology Members Finalized in October 2026

A listing of Publications by UW Radiology Members Finalized in October 2026.

Joseph Sackett remembered as a revolutionary radiologist, respected leader

Joseph Sackett, MD died on Oct. 15, 2026. His colleagues remember him as a responsive leader who propelled the Department of Radiology to greater prominence by investing in faculty and adding specialized sections.

Sandip Biswal investigates new method to pinpoint pain

Sandip Biswal, MD uses hybrid PET/MRI to identify the cause of musculoskeletal pain in patients.

J. Louis Hinshaw steps down as section chief of Abdominal Imaging and Intervention, Giuseppe V. Toia assumes role

J. Louis Hinshaw, MD, stepped down from his role as section chief of Abdominal Imaging and Intervention in July 2026. Giuseppe V. Toia, MD, MS has assumed the role.

Medicare coverage and changing guidelines could expand use of CT colonography

In an RSNA News article, Michio Taya, MD shared how changes in insurance coverage and screening guidelines could increase the use of CT colonography.

Lewis Jordan discusses breast cancer screening disparities with The Badger Herald

Lewis Jordan, MD, MPH, MS discussed research on neighborhood resources and access to breast cancer screenings with The Badger Herald.

Anand Narayan’s blueprint to address screening disparities featured by Bioengineer.org

UW Department of Radiology Vice Chair of Health Equity Anand Narayan, MD, PhD; Lewis Jordan, MD, MPH, MS; Elizabeth Burnside, MD, MPH; and colleagues from other institutions share their 'blueprint' to implement actionable steps to address known barriers that contribute to breast cancer screening disparities.