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The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and Auburn University have teamed up to offer a powerful new brain imaging service for people with epilepsy in Alabama. This service has been available to patients since January 2024.

Anmol Dhawan, M.D., MBBS, joined the UAB Department of Radiology as an instructor in the cardiopulmonary imaging section in March 2026.

Interventional Radiology is changing the landscape of traditional treatment options, offering patients less invasive options with faster recovery times and fewer complications.

Nina Terry, M.D., retired from the UAB Department of Radiology in 2026 after more than 18 years of service, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, innovation, and dedication to education and patient care.

UAB recently recognized 82 individuals for their years of service in the Department of Radiology, ranging from five years up to 50 years. The UAB and UAB Medicine Service Awards honor employees who have made a significant career commitment to UAB with recognition happening at every five-year milestone. 

The UAB Department of Radiology is thrilled to announce the results of our 2026 residency match!

The study is aimed to track early brain and child development in the United States by following pregnant participants and their children for approximately 10 years.

Scientists identify an immune switch, NFAT, that is crucial to successful pregnancies, offering new insights on the causes of preeclampsia, implantation problems and inadequate blood supply.

Cheri Canon, M.D., FACR, FSAR, FAAWR, president, UA Health Services Foundation; chief physician executive, UAB Health System; professor emerita, UAB Heersink School of Medicine Department of Radiology, recently received the 2026 SAR Gold Medal Award, the highest honor presented by the Society of Abdominal Radiology (SAR).

Through partnerships with resource-limited hospitals in Cameroon and Ethiopia, UAB radiologists help interpret CT scans, provide expert opinions, mentor young radiologists and help guide treatment. 

UAB Medicine’s Leadership Development Office (LDO) celebrated the graduation of 12 faculty members from the LEading, Advancing, Developing (LEAD) program for spring 2026. The cohort brought together leaders from across clinical and basic science disciplines who are committed to strengthening their leadership impact and advancing academic excellence across the institution.

UAB Medicine’s Leadership Development Office (LDO) recognized eight faculty members who graduated from cohort 8 of the SAIL (Sharing Authentically to Inspire and Lead) program for spring 2026. The program supports junior faculty as they develop authentic leadership approaches, strengthen professional networks, and navigate the unique challenges of early academic careers.

The UAB Heersink School of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Mahmud Mossa-Basha, M.D., as the fourth holder of the prestigious Witten-Stanley Endowed Chair in the Department of Radiology. This appointment was formally approved by the Board of Trustees of The University of Alabama in February 2026.

The UAB Department of Radiology held its 4th annual Radiology Research Retreat on Wednesday, Feb. 18. Faculty, trainees, students, and research staff came together to share the incredible work happening across the department. The retreat continues to grow each year, reflecting the momentum and collaboration driving the department’s research forward.

Sid Gaddamanugu, M.D., served as Quiz Master for the Neuroradiology section at the International Quiz Finals held in Hyderabad, India, on Jan. 31, 2026.

The UAB ALS Clinic, led by Nan Jiang, M.D., Ph.D., has reached several major milestones over the past year, reflecting its expanding leadership in ALS care, research, and innovation.

American Heart Month is a time to reflect on progress in cardiovascular care and emphasize a renewed focus on prevention. Today’s heart care is deeply connected to advanced imaging, with radiology and cardiology working side by side to detect disease earlier, guide treatment decisions, and ensure patients receive the right intervention at the right time.

For nearly a decade, a dedicated team from the UAB Department of Radiology has been making a meaningful global impact by providing remote CT interpretation and mentorship to hospitals in resource-limited regions of Africa.

UAB Hosptial-Highlands has completed a CT expansion project aimed at improving access and efficiency for patients across care settings. With the addition of a second CT scanner, the facility is now better equipped to serve a growing outpatient population while continuing to provide timely imaging for inpatient and emergency department patients.

The UAB Department of Radiology had an outstanding presence at this year’s Southern Radiological Conference (SRC), with strong participation and recognition across both faculty and residents.

The UAB Center for Lung Analytics and Imaging Research (CLAIR), in collaboration with the Research MRI Core (RMRIC), has successfully performed the first Xenon-129 MRI lung imaging at UAB.

Michelle L. Robbin, M.D., M.S., FSRU, FAIUM, professor emerita in the UAB Department of Radiology, has been honored with the 2025 Lawrence A. Mack Lifetime Achievement Award by the Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound (SRU). This prestigious award recognizes Robbin’s outstanding contributions to ultrasound research throughout her career.

Our faculty and trainees proudly represented us at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 2025 Conference, delivering impactful presentations and sharing innovative research. This event was a tremendous success, showcasing our commitment to advancing radiology and fostering collaboration within the global medical imaging community.

UAB Medicine’s Leadership Development Office (LDO) celebrated the graduation of the 11th cohort from the Institute for Leadership on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025.

The UAB Department of Radiology is pleased to announce the installation of two new advanced MRI systems at The Kirklin Clinic MRI Imaging Center. 

The Academy for Radiology & Biomedical Imaging Research recently unveiled its latest group of Distinguished Investigators. Among the 48 honored was Anna Sorace, Ph.D., marking a major acknowledgment of her contributions to medical imaging.

UAB Medicine’s Leadership Development Office (LDO) honored 33 graduates of the Emerging Leaders Series (ELS) fall 2025 Cohort 4 during a ceremony held on Thursday, Nov. 12. The cohort completed a multi-session program designed to strengthen leadership capability for emerging leaders across the enterprise.

Elliott Gozansky, M.D., Ph.D., joined the UAB Department of Radiology as a professor and chief in the cardiopulmonary imaging section in September 2025. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in chemistry from Emory University and later completed his Ph.D.

The UAB Breast Imaging section marked another successful Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October with a variety of initiatives to promote breast cancer screening.

Teebro Rahman, M.D., PGY2, was born and raised in Dhaka, Bangladesh, before moving to Columbia, South Carolina. He completed his undergraduate education at the University of South Carolina and medical school at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Greenville.