WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology

08/19/2026

We loved connecting with the next generation of physicians at the WashU Medicine Student Group & Activities Fair! It was a pleasure to share our passion for radiology and inspire future healthcare leaders.

Thank you to our dedicated faculty and trainees for representing our department, engaging with students and showcasing the many opportunities and possibilities within radiology.

08/19/2026

We’re proud to be part of a dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to delivering high-quality care to our community.

#1 in St. Louis. #1 in Missouri.

Barnes-Jewish Hospital, with care provided by WashU Medicine Physicians, is honored to once again be ranked as the #1 hospital in St. Louis and Missouri on U.S. News and World Report's 2026–2027 Best Hospitals list.

Barnes-Jewish ranked nationally in 10 specialties, including cancer; diabetes and endocrinology; rheumatology; gastroenterology and gastrointestinal surgery; geriatrics; neurology and neurosurgery; obstetrics and gynecology; orthopedics; pulmonology and lung surgery; and urology. Barnes-Jewish was also ranked #1 in both St. Louis and Missouri for cancer and orthopedic care and rated as high performing in 17 procedures and conditions.

Barnes-Jewish Hospital joins other BJC HealthCare hospitals in the St. Louis regional rankings, including Missouri Baptist Medical Center at #2, Christian Hospital at #6, and Memorial Hospital Belleville and Memorial Hospital Shiloh at #7.

Additionally, Barnes-Jewish was recognized as a “Best Regional Hospital for Community Access,” an honor given to fewer than 100 hospitals nationwide for their success in caring for patients in historically underserved communities.

Thank you to our clinical teams for their expertise, compassion, and dedication to excellence—we are incredibly proud of the exceptional care you provide!

See the complete list of BJC Health honors here: https://heyor.ca/92NALM

08/13/2026

Three physicians recently joined our team of radiologists, ready to lend their medical expertise and experience to our clinical practice.

Three physicians have joined the faculty, lending their medical expertise and experience to the department’s patient care practice.

08/02/2026

Over the past 10 weeks, our Summer Research Program students gained hands-on research experience, worked alongside faculty mentors and explored the many facets of imaging science. Their final presentations showcased the knowledge, skills and curiosity they've developed along the way.

Congratulations to all of our students for their hard work and commitment!

The program offers undergraduate and medical students an excellent introduction to current radiological sciences research.

08/01/2026

The 2026 Summer Program of Imaging in Neuroscience (SPIN) cohort wrapped up the program by presenting their final research projects — a showcase of the knowledge, skills and scientific curiosity they developed throughout the summer.

SPIN provides students with hands-on experience in advanced neuroimaging and equips them with the tools to design and conduct their own scientific research. Congratulations to this year's cohort on their hard work!

07/31/2026

Millions of women live with the symptoms of uterine fibroids, yet many are unaware of the full range of treatment options available to them.

As Fibroid Awareness Month comes to a close, Dr. Sagine Berry-Tony shares insights into how uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) — a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure — works and what recovery looks like.

07/31/2026

Did you know there's a 79-acre oasis in the middle of St. Louis? The Missouri Botanical Garden was featured in The New York Times as one of the nation's favorite spaces where city dwellers are reconnecting with nature this summer. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/20/travel/botanical-gardens-us-cities.html

07/30/2026

Congratulations again to Drs. Vincent Mellnick and Malak Itani on being named to senior leadership positions at MIR. Their accomplishments in clinical and academic leadership continue to strengthen our department, inspire our colleagues and elevate the care we provide.

New roles honor the faculty members’ successful track records in clinical and academic leadership in radiology.

07/29/2026

A new portrait in Mallinckrodt Tower honors Dr. Richard Wahl, former director of WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, for his leadership and contributions to medical imaging and nuclear medicine.

Dr. Wahl helped pioneer the use of PET scans to detect cancer and other diseases, advancing technologies that continue to help physicians diagnose illness more accurately and personalize treatments. As department head, he prioritized mentoring and supporting the next generation of leaders.