Scott Schiffman

Scott Schiffman, M.D. is a Clinical Associate Professor (Part-Time) in the Department of Imaging Sciences at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. Board-certified in Diagnostic Radiology by the American Board of Radiology, he practices at UR Medicine where he actively accepts new patients and contributes to the University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group (URMFG) and Accountable Health Partners (AHP) networks.

His educational trajectory includes: an MD from University at Buffalo (2009), internship at Maimonides Medical Center (2009-2010), Radiology Residency at University of Rochester Medical Center (2010-2014), and Radiology Fellowship at the same institution (2014-2015).

Dr. Schiffman's research centers on musculoskeletal imaging with deep specialization in hip pathology, skeletal oncology, and spinal disorders. His work bridges advanced imaging techniques with orthopedic surgery outcomes, particularly in snapping hip syndrome, prosthesis complications, and bone tumor diagnostics. He has pioneered novel MRI parameters for iliopsoas snapping hip diagnosis and investigated radiation exposure during hip preservation surgeries.

His 14 publications (2004-2021) reveal a strong focus on hip disorders (36% of recent work), skeletal oncology (29%), and spinal/skull imaging (21%), demonstrating consistent contributions to musculoskeletal radiology literature through journals like Skeletal Radiology and Radiologic Clinics of North America.

His accolades include 12 major awards: Best Conference Educator (2021), Most Downloader Paper Award (2019), Climate Change Award for innovative hip imaging (2017), multiple Society of Skeletal Radiology Certificates of Merit (2016-2017), University of Rochester Teaching Award (2016), and Patients' Choice Award (2016).

While specific grant details and student mentorship aren't documented in available materials, his active publication record, teaching awards, and Society of Skeletal Radiology involvement indicate significant educational contributions. He operates within URMC's integrated healthcare system serving over 2,000 regional physicians through Accountable Health Partners.

Dr. Schiffman maintains active clinical engagement through UR Medicine's imaging services while advancing research in diagnostic radiology applications for complex musculoskeletal conditions.