The Department of Radiology established a new tradition this year by hosting the first, annual University of Wisconsin Radiology Summit. During the week of January 20, 2025, radiologists from across the country convened to learn, connect and ski the beautiful mountains in Park City, Utah.
Summit Co-Directors Tabby Kennedy, MD and Roberta Strigel, MD, MS developed a program that featured 27 sessions, ten speakers, and two exhibits by trainees. Topics ranged from facial trauma to the fundamentals of ankle MRI. In addition, Benjamin Walker, MD from the Department of Anesthesiology provided techniques for minimizing opioid use in children.
“Our department is home to experts in every sub-specialty and we were pleased so many could join us as speakers this year,” Dr. Kennedy notes. “Plus, the informal setting created a collegial spirit that followed attendees out to the slopes!”
In addition to downhill skiing, participants could be found cross country skiing, snowshoeing and more. When not enjoying what some call the greatest snow on earth, many could be found sharing a meal in Park City’s historic downtown.
“The chance to spend quality time with colleagues was invaluable,” explains Dr. Strigel. “Unlike at conferences where you may only have a few moments to catch up with a former trainee or colleague from across the country, we had opportunities for rich conversations.”
As pleased with the first year as the co-directors are, both are eager to grow the summit. “By the end of the week, everyone was talking about next year,” notes Dr. Kennedy.
“We encourage everyone to update their contact information so they don’t miss out on next year,” Dr. Strigel says.
To confirm that the department has updated contact information, people can send an email to radnews@uwhealth.org or contact the co-directors directly. Next year’s dates will be announced on the UW Radiology Summit webpage.
Photos from the Summit
Click through the photos below or visit the album on the UW Radiology flickr account.
2025 Speakers
- Kathleen Fink, MD
- Tabassum (Tabby) Kennedy, MD
- Erica Knavel Koepsel, MD
- Perry Pickhardt, MD
- Scott Reeder, MD, PhD
- Andrew Ross, MD
- Roberta Strigel, MD
- Jonathan Swanson, MD, MBA
- Tim Szczykutowicz, PhD
- Benjamin Walker, MD
2025 Trainee Exhibitors
- Alex McDonald, MD
- Erik Winterholler, MD