Friday, November 5, 2010

Dr. Jeffrey Brandon Appointed Chair of Radiology

Dr. Jeffrey C. Brandon, distinguished professor of radiology at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine, was recently appointed chair of the USA department of radiology.

“During his time at USA, Dr. Brandon has served the institution in many leadership positions,” said Dr. Samuel J. Strada, dean of the USA College of Medicine. “His prior experience and knowledge, as well as his commitment to the university, underscores his ability to serve as chair of radiology.”

Dr. Brandon has served as vice-chair of radiology and director of the residency program at USA since 1995. In addition, he was associate dean of continuing and graduate medical education, assistant dean of graduate medical education and professor of physician assistant studies.

Dr. Brandon received his bachelor of science degree from Allegheny College in Meadville, Pa., and his doctorate degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. He completed his diagnostic radiology residency at Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia, where he also completed a fellowship in interventional/abdominal imaging.

Dr. Brandon is certified by the American Board of Radiology. He serves as a fellow of the American Board of Radiology and is a member of the American College of Radiology, the Radiological Society of North America, the Association of University Radiologists, the Society of Gastrointestinal Radiologists, the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine, and the Society of Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiologists.