Research Focus

Dr. Lucy B. Spalluto leads an active research program aimed at improving cancer outcomes by increasing the use of imaging-based cancer screening. Her work focuses on identifying and addressing barriers to screening and developing strategies to ensure that all Veterans have access to timely, high-quality care. She combines her expertise in radiology, health services research, and public health to implement data-driven solutions that improve patient outcomes, particularly in rural and underserved populations. Dr. Spalluto’s research is supported by the VA Office of Research and Development, the VA Office of Rural Health, the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, and AstraZeneca.

Leadership Roles

• Associate Director, VETWISE-LHS Center of Innovation (COIN), VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System
• Professor and Vice Chair of Patient Engagement, Department of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, Vanderbilt University

Education & Training

• MD, University of Virginia School of Medicine
• Diagnostic Radiology Residency, Brown University/Warren Alpert School of Medicine
• Women’s Imaging Fellowship, Vanderbilt University
• VA Quality Scholars Health Services Research Fellowship
• Master of Public Health, Vanderbilt University, 2019