Brian R.J. Williamson
Radiologist | Body Imaging
4833 Parsons Green Lane Charlottesville Virginia, 22903About
Brian R.J. Williamson, MD, MA, MB, BCh, BAO, FCPI, FRCR, FACR, is a retired nuclear medicine imaging specialist based out of Charlottesville, Virginia. Over the course of his 47 year career, Dr. Williamson has studied in England, Ireland, Belfast, and the United States. His area of expertise includes computed tomography, and nuclear medical imaging to diagnose problems of the bones and joints. He remains a Professor of Medicine at the University of Virginia and an Emeritus Member of Associations in Ireland and London.
Education and Training
University College of Dublin
Board Certification
Nuclear Radiology
Diagnostic Radiology
Nuclear Medicine
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor of Clinical Radiology, University of Virginia Schol of Medicine -
Internships
- Royal City Dublin Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Radiology, American College of Nuclear Medicine
Articles and Publications
- 50-60 Publications
What do you attribute your success to?
- Good Wife, Good Fortune and Perseverance
Hobbies / Sports
- Conversation
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Nuclear Radiology
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