Ellen C Benya

Ellen C Benya is a Professor of Radiology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, specializing in Pediatric Radiology. She practices at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and is affiliated with multiple Northwestern Medicine hospitals.

• Education: BA from Swarthmore College (1983), MD from Johns Hopkins University (1987)
• Certifications: Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology and Pediatric Radiology by the American Board of Radiology

Her primary clinical focus is pediatric ultrasound imaging, with particular expertise in contrast-enhanced voiding urosonography. Recent research explores advanced imaging techniques for pediatric patients, liver transplant monitoring, and voiding dysfunction diagnostics.

Recent publications emphasize ultrasound applications in pediatric liver transplants and urinary tract assessments. Key trends include radiation safety, diagnostic accuracy, and protocol optimization.

• Feinberg Academy of Medical Educators (2020, 2014)
• Teaching Awards from Lurie Children's Hospital (2019, 2015)
• Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics (2015)

Dr. Benya holds leadership roles in multiple professional organizations including the Society for Pediatric Radiology and American College of Radiology committees. She participates in national panels for pediatric imaging standards and examination development.