Welcome to UAB! Our program offers a uniquely rich training environment, serving as both a Level I trauma center and home to the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center, providing residents with exposure to high-acuity trauma cases as well as complex oncologic imaging, building strong clinical judgment and interpretive skills.
Our program follows a structured four-year curriculum that progresses from fundamental diagnostic imaging to advanced studies and procedures across diverse modalities. Call responsibilities are introduced in stages, giving residents the opportunity to take on increasing levels of autonomy while maintaining strong mentorship and support. This integrated approach ensures graduates are well-prepared for any career path, whether in private practice or in academic radiology. In addition, residents may tailor their training through specialized pathways, including the Clinician Educator, Research, Informatics, and Global Radiology tracks, enabling them to shape their education around their interests and long-term career goals. A defining strength of our program is the collegial culture between residents and faculty. Attendings create an approachable, supportive environment that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and growth, while ensuring residents feel valued as integral members of the team.
"After growing up in a small town in rural Alabama, choosing to stay at UAB for residency was an easy decision. UAB is the only ACS level 1 trauma center in the state. It has one of the only comprehensive cancer centers in the southeast region. UAB has multiple outpatient clinics offering both primary and specialty care, and is one of the largest hospitals in the country with over 1200 inpatient beds. In addition to clinical services, UAB also is one of the largest research hospitals in the country and largest employers in the state. In addition to all of UAB’s prestigious designations, its culture of camaraderie and collaboration truly sets UAB apart from the rest as an incredible place for residency, and because of the support I’ve received here, I feel confident in my training and prepared for my career in radiology." - John West, M.D., Diagnostic Radiology Chief Resident
"Having grown up in the south and specifically Alabama for much of my life, UAB was always a name you heard synonymous with premier medical care, but not something I truly appreciated until experiencing firsthand. When I came to interview, what struck me wasn’t necessarily the breadth of training or attendings across the board contributing to research which was shaping everyday radiology practice, but watching the residents together and feeling genuine camaraderie between them all and the staff. Since then, UAB has continued to help shape me into the radiologist I want to become, while also staying close to family and creating community in Birmingham which I’ve come to truly love." - Colton Knight, M.D., Diagnostic Radiology Chief Resident
"Having studied at UAB for medical school, I quickly saw the incredible culture of collaboration, mentorship, and patient-centered care that defines this institution. I chose to continue my training here because of the supportive environment within the Department of Radiology and the opportunity to learn from outstanding faculty, residents, and staff every day. UAB has pushed me to become a better physician, and I am grateful to continue training in a program and community that I deeply value." - Renu Pandit, M.D., Diagnostic Radiology Chief Resident
"Training at UAB over the past four years has been a wonderful experience. Virtual interviews make it hard to get an authentic feel for a program, but rest assured you will become a great diagnostic and interventional radiologist if you choose to train here. UAB is the major referral center in Alabama and along the Florida Panhandle. Day and night, patients with complex pathology are referred to UAB for advanced imaging and interventions. We have excellent attendings who are experts in their fields and provide one-on-one training with graduated autonomy. Whether you want to do academics, private practice, 100% IR, or hybrid IR/DR you will feel comfortable enough when you graduate to tackle anything. On top of that, Birmingham is a hidden gem of a city with genuinely nice people (and good food). Your co-residents will quickly become your best friends." - John Doty, M.D., Interventional Radiology Chief Resident