Radiology News
Carol Rumack, MD, and Family, Donate $1M to Establish Endowed Fund for Public Health
Apr 4, 2025
Carol Rumack, MD, along with her husband Barry Rumack, MD, have made a bequest of $1 million to establish the Drs. Carol and Barry Rumack Endowed Fund for Public Health.
The Rumacks have dedicated more than 50 years of their professional lives to the University of Colorado through their research, teaching, administrative and clinical work. Additionally, they made a previous bequest of $1 million in 2017 to create the Barry and Carol Rumack Endowed Fund for Medical Education, which supports underrepresented students who might not otherwise be able to attend the School of Medicine due to financial constraints.
Dr. Carol Rumack serves as the associate dean for Graduate Medical Education and associate DIO at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus. She is a distinguished professor of radiology and pediatrics and has long been a pioneer in pediatric brain ultrasound. Dr. Rumack’s research interests include radiation dose reduction and educational issues in medical student, residency and fellowship training. She is also passionate about supporting women in medicine and public health.
Dr. Barry Rumack, a toxicologist and professor emeritus of emergency medicine and pediatrics, contributes greatly to the study of poisoning and antidote treatments through both CU Anschutz and the Rocky Mountain Poison Center as well as internationally with various government agencies. Dr. Rumack is also a firm believer that the subject of poisoning and its prevention should be addressed as part of public health.
This gift will support the Colorado School of Public Health, providing flexible resources for students who, without financial assistance, may not be able to attend the Colorado School of Public Health – this includes funding scholarships, awards, fellowships and other activities that advance public health for populations historically underrepresented in the field of public health. The fund will also support other programs within the school, such as leadership training and development, lectureships, junior to mid-career faculty support and participation in conferences or symposia. Drs. Carol and Barry Rumack’s ultimate goal is to foster a diverse student body and promote inclusion at the Colorado School of Public Health.
The Rumacks have dedicated more than 50 years of their professional lives to the University of Colorado through their research, teaching, administrative and clinical work. Additionally, they made a previous bequest of $1 million in 2017 to create the Barry and Carol Rumack Endowed Fund for Medical Education, which supports underrepresented students who might not otherwise be able to attend the School of Medicine due to financial constraints.
Dr. Carol Rumack serves as the associate dean for Graduate Medical Education and associate DIO at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus. She is a distinguished professor of radiology and pediatrics and has long been a pioneer in pediatric brain ultrasound. Dr. Rumack’s research interests include radiation dose reduction and educational issues in medical student, residency and fellowship training. She is also passionate about supporting women in medicine and public health.
Dr. Barry Rumack, a toxicologist and professor emeritus of emergency medicine and pediatrics, contributes greatly to the study of poisoning and antidote treatments through both CU Anschutz and the Rocky Mountain Poison Center as well as internationally with various government agencies. Dr. Rumack is also a firm believer that the subject of poisoning and its prevention should be addressed as part of public health.
This gift will support the Colorado School of Public Health, providing flexible resources for students who, without financial assistance, may not be able to attend the Colorado School of Public Health – this includes funding scholarships, awards, fellowships and other activities that advance public health for populations historically underrepresented in the field of public health. The fund will also support other programs within the school, such as leadership training and development, lectureships, junior to mid-career faculty support and participation in conferences or symposia. Drs. Carol and Barry Rumack’s ultimate goal is to foster a diverse student body and promote inclusion at the Colorado School of Public Health.
Andrew Callen, MD, Receives UCH Partners in Care Award
Feb 10, 2025
Andrew Callen, MD (Associate Professor, Neuroradiology), was honored with the University of Colorado Health (UCH) Partners in Care Award, which is bestowed to individuals who demonstrate exceptional patient care and commitment to a patient centered approach. Dr. Callen joined the CU Radiology department in 2020 and leads our CSF Leak program that treats spontaneous intracranial hypotension (SIH).
Robert Ryu, MD, Takes On UCH Leadership Position, Named Associate Chief Medical Officer of Procedural Services
Aug 13, 2024Robert Ryu, MD, will be Associate Chief Medical Officer (ACMO) of Procedural Services at University of Colorado Hospital. In this role he will assist in oversight of strategy, operations, quality/safety and experience of all procedural areas at University of Colorado Hospital. He will collaborate with relevant clinical service clinical directors and medical directors in achieving shared goals of outstanding patient care in the procedural areas.
Jon Lindquist, MD, Accepted to CECI2 Class
Aug 20, 2024Congratulations to Jon Lindquist, MD, who was accepted to the Academy’s Council of Early Career Investigators in Imaging (CECI2) class of 2024/2025. It is an honor to become part of this connected and committed community of investigators.
Joshua Gowin, PhD Receives First NIH R01 Grant
Sep 3, 2024Joshua Gowin, PhD has received his first NIH R01 grant as the Principal Investigator: “Neural Signature Changes Across Early Abstinence in Alcohol Use Disorders” (AA03123301A1, total $2.7M, 9/2024 – 5/2029)
Mehul Lakhani Honored for Service at AAARAD
Oct 1, 2024Vice Chair of Finance and Administration Mehul Lakhani who received the Outstanding Service Award for his exemplary contributions to the American Association of Academic Radiology Administrators (AAARAD). The award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated excellence in quality service or leadership to AAARAD or SCARD by promoting these organizations and providing dedicated leadership. Having served as the Board of Directors of AAARAD in various roles, including president, secretary, membership chair, and website coordinator, Mehul’s leadership has profoundly impacted the organization's growth and success. His efforts in modernizing the AAARAD SCARD Salary and Productivity Survey, enhancing membership engagement, and fostering collaborative initiatives between AAARAD and SCARD are just a few examples of his outstanding service.
Large R01 Grant from the National Cancer Institute Names Natalie Serkova, PhD, has MRI Co-Investigator
Sep 3, 2024Natalie Serkova, PhD is the MRI co-Investigator on a large R01 from the National Cancer Institute: “Mechanisms of Endocrine Therapy and Radiation Synergism to Decrease Brain Metastases” (CA29081301A1, PI: Diana Cittelly, total $3.1M, 10/2024 – 7/2029)
CU Radiology Faculty Named 5280 Top Docs
Aug 6, 2024Congratulations to faculty members Lorna Browne, MD, Ashish Chawla, MD, Gerald Dodd, III, MD, Roger Harned, MD, Kari Hayes, MD, Tricia Ladd, MD, Jill Stein, MD, Zachary Trenbeath, MD who were all named to 5280 Magazine’s Top Doc list. We also would like to congratulate affiliate faculty members David Lynch, MD (National Jewish), Randy Miles, MD (Denver Health), and Matthew Alfano, MD(Denver Health) on also being named.
Department of Radiology Honors Faculty, Graduating Trainees at Annual Graduation
Jul 2, 2024The following members of the Department of Radiology were honored at the recent Resident and Fellow Graduation:
| Michael Manco Johnson Professionalism Award | Parker Quimby, MD and Emily Sterbis, MD |
| Resident & Fellow Teaching Award | Matthew Schmidt, MD Nick Pflenderer, MD |
| IR Teaching Award | Eddy Bent Robinson, MD |
| John C. Stears Faculty Teaching Award | Ilana Kafer, MD Matt Kerchberger, MD |
| Faculty of the Year Award | Kimi Kondo, DO David Gimarc, MD |