Chapman named chief of neuroradiology

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July 31, 2013
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philip chapman s Philip Chapman, M.D., has been named neuroradiology section chief in the Department of Radiology. Chapman is a well-respected neuroradiologist and has been with UAB since February 2008. He completed a neuroradiology fellowship at the University of Utah and works closely with the brain tumor and ENT tumor boards.

Most known for his work in head and neck radiology, he provides expertise in advanced brain tumor imaging and interventional spine procedures. Chapman is currently a senior member of the American Society of Neuroradiology and a member of the American Society of Head and Neck Radiology. He received the Gary Barnes Award for Resident Teaching at UAB in 2012.

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