Program Goals

Fellows are expected to acquire a broad base of knowledge, develop clinical acumen, and learn protocols and consultation skills.  Fellows will work with experienced radiologists in the subspecialties and take advantage of opportunities to develop their skills. In the early part of the training, fellows will work under supervision but will progressively be given independent roles though they will continue to get their cases signed-off  on by the faculty.

The collaborative clinical and research environment provides multiple interdisciplinary conferences including several subspecialty specific tumor boards along with a robust education program. The fellow is expected to take active participation in these conferences.

Understanding the physics of MRI is an integral part of the program and fellows are encouraged to sit with MRI technologists to learn the practical steps in various MRI techniques whenever possible.  

Fellows are encouraged to participate in current research projects, or initiate projects under supervision of the faculty. There are many opportunities to get involved in the basic science and translational research as well. Academic time is provided throughout the year for the fellow to work on research interests. Fellows are expected to have completed one manuscript for publication in a peer-reviewed journal and at least in one abstract in a societal annual conference by the end of the year.

At the conclusion of the fellowship, the fellow should be capable of independent and accurate MR imaging interpretation.