Reed A. Omary, M.D., M.S.

Reed A. Omary, M.D., M.S. holds the Carol D. and Henry P. Professorship in the Department of Radiology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville, Tennessee. With 25 years of experience as a practicing interventional radiologist, NIH-funded scientist, and educator, Dr. Omary is a recognized leader in his field.

From 2012 to 2023, Dr. Omary served as Vanderbilt’s Chair of Radiology, where he oversaw a team of over 700 faculty, staff, and trainees. During his tenure, he chaired the Board for the Vanderbilt Medical Group, founded the Medical Innovators Development Program at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, and co-led VUMC’s strategic planning initiatives. Nationally, he has held leadership roles as President of the Association of University Radiologists and President-elect of the Society of Chairs of Academic Radiology Departments.

A passionate public speaker, Dr. Omary advocates for sustainability, equity, and innovation in healthcare. Recently, he stepped down as Chair of Radiology to embark on a one-year sabbatical dedicated to climate change and sustainability. As a visionary and effective communicator, Dr. Omary is committed to motivating the U.S. healthcare sector to decarbonize operations, adopt sustainable practices, and promote planetary health.

Visit Dr. Omary’s Healthcare Sustainability page on Rad Health Equity.