Matthew Hammer

Matthew Hammer, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Radiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center and a member of its Pediatric Radiology Division. He serves as Director of the Pediatric Radiology Fellowship Program and leads the Pediatric Radiology Musculoskeletal Group. Additionally, he is Medical Director of the Children's Imaging Center - Plano under Children's Health. Dr. Hammer holds a B.S. in Biochemistry from the University of Arizona and an M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School, where he completed radiology residency and advanced training in pediatric and musculoskeletal radiology.

His clinical and research interests focus on pediatric musculoskeletal imaging, MRI enterography, MR urography, and perineal imaging in Crohn disease. He has contributed to seminal publications on topics such as musculoskeletal infections, pediatric trauma imaging, and diagnostic imaging protocols. Dr. Hammer is actively involved in professional organizations including the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) and the American College of Radiology (ACR), and serves on multiple institutional committees related to clinical competency and quality assurance.

• Education:
• Bachelor’s in Biochemistry & Molecular/Cellular Biology: University of Arizona
• M.D.: University of Michigan Medical School
• Radiology Residency: University of Michigan
• Medical Education Scholars Program: University of Michigan
• Pediatric Radiology Fellowship: University of Michigan
• Musculoskeletal Radiology Fellowship: University of Michigan

Dr. Hammer’s research emphasizes improving diagnostic imaging techniques for pediatric conditions, particularly in musculoskeletal disorders and inflammatory bowel disease. His work bridges clinical practice and education, with a focus on optimizing imaging protocols to reduce patient radiation exposure and improve diagnostic accuracy. He has co-authored a definitive chapter on congenital foot and ankle conditions in Pediatric Orthopedic Imaging and reviews for Pediatric Radiology.

His professional service includes roles on national committees for the Association of University Radiologists and leadership in quality improvement initiatives at UT Southwestern. Dr. Hammer’s contributions span clinical care, education, and translational research, reflecting his commitment to advancing pediatric radiology through innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.