Christopher Whitlow, MD, PhD, MHA

Christopher Whitlow, MD, PhD, MHA, chair of radiology and biomedical imaging and assistant dean for translational research at Yale School of Medicine, focuses on advancing neuroimaging, computational data science, and translational innovation in biomedical imaging. Whitlow’s research integrates computational approaches such as artificial intelligence, deep learning, and graph theoretical network methods to analyze complex clinical and research data. His work aims to synthesize imaging, genomic, and clinical information to enhance precision diagnostics and improve patient care, particularly in oncology and neurosciences.

Whitlow’s research interests include developing and implementing advanced signal processing applications, real-time predictive analytics for oncology, and artificial intelligence-based imaging tools. He has contributed to the creation of patient-specific 3D-printed anatomical models for pre-surgical planning and patient education. Whitlow also works to establish new biomarkers for conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, Alzheimer’s disease, and neurooncologic disorders, aiming to address key challenges in population health. His academic leadership extends to fostering collaborative research and supporting the growth of faculty across Yale School of Medicine and Yale New Haven Health System.

Whitlow serves as chief of radiology at Yale New Haven Hospital and radiologist-in-chief across Yale New Haven Health System. In his clinical practice, Whitlow is a neuroradiologist who evaluates and manages patients with traumatic brain injury, neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, and neurological cancers. He employs advanced imaging techniques to support diagnosis and treatment planning for a range of complex neurological conditions.

Whitlow received his medical and doctoral degrees from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and earned a master’s degree in health care administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He completed his internship at Moses Cone Memorial Hospital and his residency and fellowship at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. He has held leadership roles in national professional societies, including serving as president of the American Society of Functional Neuroradiology and contributing to committees of the Radiological Society of North America, American College of Radiology, and American Society of Neuroradiology.