Your clinical role at UC Irvine places you at the forefront of a high-precision cardiothoracic imaging program built for accuracy, innovation, and academic excellence. Serving a diverse Southern California population, you will diagnose complex cardiovascular and thoracic conditions using some of the most advanced imaging technologies available today. This is a role that combines clinical sophistication with multidisciplinary collaboration and academic engagement.
UC Irvine’s imaging infrastructure supports your work with an unparalleled suite of tools, including:
These platforms empower you to diagnose a broad range of conditions with exceptional clarity, from coronary artery disease and cardiomyopathies to congenital heart defects, pulmonary disease, and oncologic pathology.
You will operate within a fully subspecialized cardiothoracic imaging environment where complex cases are routine and your expertise is highly valued. Referring clinicians—including cardiologists, pulmonologists, thoracic surgeons, and oncologists—will turn to you for guidance in multidisciplinary tumor boards and case conferences.
At the same time, your clinical day includes meaningful teaching interactions. Residents and fellows participate in:
You will play a central role in shaping their clinical acumen, diagnostic skills, and academic curiosity.
UC Irvine provides robust support for research that arises organically from clinical questions. With access to sophisticated imaging modalities and an institution-wide focus on innovation, you will have opportunities to explore:
Your clinical insights will drive academic inquiry, helping shape the future of cardiothoracic imaging.
At UC Irvine, your cardiothoracic imaging practice is defined by depth, precision, and impact. You’ll find purpose in every case, grow through academic engagement, and collaborate in a culture that values expertise and innovation.