UW Radiology

Breast Imaging Fellowship

Thank you for your interest in the Breast Imaging Fellowship at the University of Washington Department of Radiology Breast Imaging Section, located at the Fred Hutch Cancer Center in Seattle, WA.  

Drs. Daniel Savaria, Howayda Powers, Matthew Phelps, Marco Aru, and Cody Schopf.

 

OVERVIEW        

The Department of Diagnostic Radiology at the University of Washington offers four yearly Fellowship positions in Breast Imaging, beginning July 1st of each year.

The Department of Radiology’s Breast Imaging Section has seven clinical faculty members who practice at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center’s Breast Center, and one full-time research faculty member. The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art research facility and clinic, is a partnership with The University of Washington.

The Fellowship offers 12 months of comprehensive training in all aspects of breast imaging including:

  • Screening and diagnostic mammography

  • Breast ultrasound

  • Breast MRI

  • Digital breast tomosynthesis

  • Percutaneous interventions guided by mammography, ultrasound, and MRI

Fellows will participate in multidisciplinary conferences, teaching, clinical research, and the development of new imaging / interventional tools. They will also have the opportunity to attend national radiology meetings.  Fellows will also be involved in a number of ongoing clinical research trials performed at the FHCC.

 

We will begin accepting applications for AY2026-27 on November 1, 2024. 

The University of Washington Breast Imaging Fellowship participates in the Match, which is sponsored by the Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) and is managed by the National Resident Matching Program. In order to become a fellow with the University of Washington, you must register with the Radiology Match.

We use the SBI Universal Application. To apply for a fellowship position, please submit the universal application via email. This should also include:

  • Your current CV (please include ABR status)

  • 3 letters of recommendation  (addressed to Section Chief, Janie M. Lee, MD, MSc). Please be sure that one is from your residency program director.

  • One-page personal statement (including reason(s) for choosing Breast Imaging as a sub-specialty, training at UW, and long-term career goals)

  • USMLE scores (unofficial copy) or COMLEX equivalent, and an ECFMG certificate (for foreign applicants)

Submit all items to:

Kevin Nguyen, Program Coordinator                                                                     

University of Washington 1959 NE Pacific Street, Box 357115

Seattle WA 98195

Email:   nguyenk6@uw.edu

You will receive an email confirming the receipt of your application materials and about arranging an interview. 

Please note: The University of Washington does not allocate funds for travel, lodging, or other expenses incurred by visiting fellowship and residency applicants.

REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful receipt of the following documents:

    • Radiology board certification or eligibility

    • Washington state medical license

    • Approved work visa (for foreign applicants)

    • COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement: Per Washington State Governor Jay Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.1, employees of higher education and healthcare institutions must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no later than October 18, 2021 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees – including residents and fellows – will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. Information about this requirement is also posted on the Prospective Residents & Fellows page of the GME website, https://sites.uw.edu/uwgme/prospective-residents-and-fellows/. Applicants invited to interview need to be aware COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement as a condition of employment. Details on the vaccination verification process for incoming residents and fellows will be provided at a later date.

The University of Washington is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity educator and employer.

MATCH INFORMATION

Breast Imaging has implemented an All In Policy for the Match. This means that programs participating in the Match cannot extend any offers to candidates outside of the Match. Applicants can withdraw from the Match prior to the ranking deadline if they accept a position outside of the Match. 

For more information about the Match, visit Match Information for Applicants. 

Dates of the Match:  

Dates for the 2025 Radiology Fellowship Match for 2026-27 appointments are as follows:

  • November 1, 2024: Programs may accept applications
  • January 13, 2025: Virtual interview period begins
  • March 2025: Match opens (specific date TBA)
  • March 31, 2025: Last day of interview period
  • April 2025 Ranking opens (specific date TBA) 
  • May 2025: Ranking closes (specific date TBA)
  • June 2025: Match Day (specific date TBA)
  • July 1, 2026: Training begins