Imaging Science

by Kyra Letsinger  When opportunity comes knocking, many may find themselves too afraid to answer. That is not the case for Vanderbilt Master of Imaging Science (MIS) student Phillip Lin. With his consistent optimism and eagerness to excel, Lin welcomes even the most unexpected opportunities with open arms. A… Read More

Monce Escobar Arteaga: a young scientist making a medical career pivot After getting her undergraduate degree in psychology with a minor in biology, Monserrat “Monce” Escobar Arteaga assumed she would eventually go to medical school. “As a first-generation student, going to medical school was the traditional path I… Read More

Lindsey Brigante: an imaging professional mapping a new course Lindsey Brigante had worked in medical imaging for ten years, and she was ready to take the next step. “My undergraduate degree is in diagnostic imaging, and I’ve worked as an MRI technologist and in quality control for clinical trials… Read More

Jack Yarnall: a new graduate getting the most out of a gap year Jack Yarnall had known for years that he wanted a career in medicine. His mother’s bout with cancer and his resulting experiences in a hospital setting made him especially aware of the impact… Read More

Ryan Martin: A musician changing his tune Many folks come to Nashville to break into the music business, but musician Ryan Martin came here to deepen his understanding of imaging science. Martin is a jazz guitarist with two music-related master’s degrees. While taking a neuroimaging class… Read More

The Vanderbilt MIS class of 2024 gathers at the annual VUIIS retreat at Adventure Science Center. Vanderbilt University School of Medicine’s (VUSM) newest degree program, the Master of Imaging Science (MIS) is a 12-month, 30-hour deep dive into all modalities of biomedical imaging. Students learn through didactic coursework… Read More