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Parihar Named RSNA Olmsted Fellow in Radiology Education Journalism
Ashwin Singh Parihar, MD, assistant professor of radiology at WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR), was selected as the 2026 William W. Olmsted Fellow in Radiology Education Journalism by the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). The fellowship is a prestigious and competitive program designed to cultivate emerging leaders in…
In Memoriam: Christopher J. Moran, MD
Christopher J. Moran, MD, professor emeritus of radiology at WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR), died Thursday, April 30, 2026. He was 78. With a career spanning 45 years, Moran was a well-respected interventional neuroradiologist and a pioneer in life-saving flow diverter technology. His mastery of this technology played an integral…
Parsons Named 2026 American College of Radiology Fellow
Matthew S. Parsons, MD, professor of radiology for WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR), was named a fellow of the American College of Radiology (ACR), one of the organization’s highest honors. Fellowship is awarded to ACR members who have demonstrated superior service, made significant strides in scientific or clinical…
Six MIR Faculty Earn WashU Medicine Dean’s Impact Awards
The Dean’s Impact Awards are an annual recognition of the outstanding work and dedication of the faculty members at WashU Medicine. Given on behalf of Dean David H. Perlmutter, MD, this year’s awardees represented the theme, “Honoring the Focused Excellence of Exemplary Clinicians and Researchers.” Among the many talented faculty…
Woodard Named Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine Fellow
Pamela K. Woodard, MD, the Elizabeth E. Mallinckrodt Professor and director of WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR), was elected to the 2026-2027 Hedwig van Ameringen Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) fellowship cohort at Drexel University College of Medicine. Dedicated to developing leaders for senior-level executive roles, this prestigious program…
Five Fellows Join MIR Faculty
Five physicians completing their fellowship training at WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) have joined the faculty, committing to caring for the St. Louis community and continuing to lend their medical expertise to the department’s patient care practice. Andrew L. Chang, MD, PhD, joins the abdominal imaging section as an…
Benzinger Named Wilson Professor of Radiology
Debbie L. Bennett, MD, MIR’s chief of breast imaging, was installed as the Ronald and Hanna Evens Endowed Chair in Women’s Health.
Advancing Precision Medicine at RNSA 2025
Faculty and trainees traveled to Chicago for the 111th Radiological Society of North America Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting.
Strnad Receives Early Career Award from Barnes-Jewish Hospital
The award recognizes early career physicians who demonstrate outstanding work, strong mentorship and notable leadership potential.
Mazaheri Inducted Into Academy of Educators
Mazaheri joins an institutional collaboration that fosters educational excellence and a coalition of education community leaders.
Dehdashti Named 2025 RSNA Outstanding Researcher
Farrokh Dehdashti, MD, has been selected as the 2025 Outstanding Researcher by the Radiological Society of North America.
Ippolito Named Distinguished Investigator
The honor recognizes individuals from academic and industry institutions for their outstanding contributions to medical imaging.
Meet Us in Chicago: The 2025 MIR at RSNA Reception
Current and former MIR faculty and alumni are welcome to join us for an evening filled with good food and great friends.
5 Join MIR Patient Care Faculty
Five new physicians have joined the patient care team at WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR). Ankita Aggarwal, MD, joins the pediatric radiology section as an assistant professor of radiology. She has experience performing a variety of diagnostic procedures, including advanced imaging in pediatric patients and abdominal and pulmonary…
Lee Named 2025 American College of Radiology Fellow
Michelle V. Lee, MD, professor of radiology in the breast imaging section at WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR), was elected into the American College of Radiology (ACR) fellowship cohort, one of the organization’s highest honors. Fellowship is a prestigious membership that is awarded to ACR members who have…
Monsees Receives WashU Medicine Alumni Achievement Award
Barbara Monsees, MD, was honored for her outstanding professional achievements in the breast imaging and her service to the community.
6 MIR Faculty Honored With Dean’s Impact Award
Given on behalf of Dean Perlmutter, the six Dean’s Impact Award winners from MIR were acknowledged for local and international impact.
Cusworth, Mehrsheikh Join Clinical Faculty
Cusworth and Mehrsheikh, two WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology alumni, join the clinical faculty.
A Timeline of Firsts for Women at MIR
Women have played a pivotal role in shaping and driving progress at WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology.
Fraum Named Loeb Teaching Fellow
Tyler J. Fraum, MD, an associate professor of radiology for Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, was selected to join the 2025-27 Carol B. and Jerome T. Loeb Teaching Fellowship. Established in 2004 by the Academy of Educators, the program aims to…
10 MIR Faculty Receive Promotions
Several faculty members from Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have received promotions. These skilled clinicians and researchers are dedicated to imaging excellence as they take the next step in their professional careers.
4 Join MIR Clinical, Research Faculty
Four new faculty members have joined Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Runnan Cao, PhD, joined the Neuroimaging Labs Research Center as an instructor in December. A K99/R00 awardee, she previously worked as a postdoctoral scholar in the Wang Neuroscience Lab led…
Learning and Connection at RSNA 2024
MIR members spent the week sharing their expertise, furthering their education and connecting with radiology colleagues at RSNA 2024.
Join Us for the 2024 MIR at RSNA Reception
Current and former MIR faculty and alumni are welcome to join us for an evening filled with good food and great friends.
Mazaheri Selected for Early Career Lecture Exchange Program
Parisa Mazaheri, MD, assistant professor of radiology at MIR, was selected to join the Early Career Lecture Exchange Program’s 2024-25 cohort.
Braga, Landes Join MIR Faculty
Two new faculty members have joined Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Daniel Braga, MD, was appointed assistant professor in the interventional radiology section. He recently completed a vascular and interventional radiology fellowship at MIR after training at Mount Sinai Medical Center in…
2024 Evens Society Alumni Weekend: Celebrating Legacies and Lifelong Bonds
Alumni, faculty, trainees and friends of Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology met in St. Louis for the third Evens Society Alumni Weekend.
Parihar, Wang and Wilson-Flewelling Join MIR Faculty
Three new faculty members have joined Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Ashwin Singh Parihar, MD, joins the nuclear medicine division as an assistant professor. He first joined MIR in 2021 as a research associate in the lab of Richard Wahl, MD,…
Announcing the 2024 Evens Society Honorees
MIR’s third Evens Society Alumni Weekend will honor six radiology trailblazers at the weekend’s focal point, a gala dinner on September 7.
Siegel Receives WashU Alumni Achievement Award
The award honors School of Medicine alumni who demonstrates noteworthy professional achievements, service to the community and dedication.
Looking Back at RSNA 2023
Faculty and trainees convened to share their work, further their education and connect with with other radiology professionals.
Lee Named RSNA Gold Medalist
Joseph K. T. Lee, MD, has been selected to receive the Radiological Society of North America’s Gold Medal, the society’s highest honor.
See You at the 2023 MIR at RSNA Reception
Current and former MIR faculty and alumni are welcome to join us for an evening filled with good food and great friends.
MIR Faculty Recognized by Academy of Educators
Drs. Tyler Fraum, Cylen Javidan, Mariam Malik and Michelle Miller-Thomas were recognized by the Academy of Educators.
Miller-Thomas Selected for WashU Leadership Excellence Program
The Exemplary Educator Award recognizes those building a legacy through their contributions in the domains of education and mentorship.
4 Join Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology Clinical, Research Faculty
Four join Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology’s faculty: Emily Dunn, MD; Michelle Lee, MD; Ying Hwey Nai, PhD; and Amir Ata Rahnemai Azar, MD.
Reis Named Director of Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program
Martin Reis, MD, associate professor of radiology, has been named director of MIR’s diagnostic radiology residency program.
Mogil Joins Breast Imaging Faculty
Lisa B. Mogil, MD, joins the breast imaging section of Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology as an instructor of radiology.
Woodard to Lead Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology
Pamela K. Woodard, MD, has been named the Elizabeth E. Mallinckrodt Professor and director of Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology.
Wahl Receives WashU Alumni Achievement Award
The award honors School of Medicine alumni who demonstrates noteworthy professional achievements, service to the community and dedication.
Sauk Named Interventional Radiology Chief
Steven C. Sauk, MD, assistant professor of radiology, has been named chief of interventional radiology effective May 1.
Miller-Thomas Receives Distinguished Service Teaching Award
Michelle M. Miller-Thomas, MD, was awarded for incorporating new and diverse methods of curricular content delivery.
MIR Goes Global
Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology faculty are making a difference far and away from St. Louis to advance radiology and improve lives.
Lanier, Steinbrecher Join MIR Faculty
Two new faculty members have joined Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.
Meet the Radiologist: Specializing in Abdominal Radiology with Dr. Vincent Mellnick
Meet the clinicians providing their imaging expertise and who often serve as the foundation of treatment planning across all specialties.
Meet the Radiologist: A Look Into Musculoskeletal Radiology with Dr. Jack Jennings
Meet the clinicians providing their imaging expertise and who often serve as the foundation of treatment planning across all specialties.
Marfan Foundation Honors Bhalla at Annual Gala
The Hero With A Heart Award honors those whose work advances care, research or awareness of Marfan syndrome and related aortic conditions.
RSNA 2022: MIR Highlights from the Windy City
The 108th RSNA Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting brought radiology professionals from MIR and across the globe to the Windy City.
Join Us at RSNA 2022
Current and former MIR faculty and alumni are welcome to join us for an evening filled with good food and great friends.
Reunited at the 2022 Evens Society Alumni Weekend
Alumni, faculty and friends of Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology met in St. Louis for the second Evens Society Alumni Weekend.
Announcing the 2022 Evens Society Honorees
The second Evens Society Alumni Weekend will honor six radiology trailblazers at the weekend’s focal point, a gala dinner on September 10.
2022 Alumni Weekend
Join us for Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology’s second Evens Society Alumni Weekend on September 9-10, 2022.
Meet Us at RSNA 2021
For those of you attending the RSNA Annual Meeting held in Chicago, we are happy to announce that MIR’s annual reception will be in person this year.
Alum Donates Sculpture Dedicated to MIR
Former MIR resident L. Santiago Medina, MD (’94), is not only a skilled pediatric neuroradiologist, but also a highly accomplished sculptor.
2018 Inaugural Evens Society Alumni Weekend
Nearly 200 faculty and alumni attended MIR’s inaugural alumni weekend held in 2018.
