Stephanie Vas

Stephanie Vas is an Assistant Professor and Program Director of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), within the College of Allied Health Professions. She holds a BS in Radiation Science Technology from UNMC (2010) and an MA in Higher Education Administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2017). Her certifications include ARRT in Radiography, MRI, and CT, as well as an MRSO designation. Her research focuses on MRI applications in orthopedic imaging, cartilage health post-injury, and infection control in medical imaging equipment. Vas oversees the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Program, emphasizing clinical and educational advancements in diagnostic sciences.

Key research trends include analyzing cartilage degeneration using T2 relaxation times in ACL-injured patients and evaluating bacterial contamination risks in MRI equipment. Her work bridges clinical practice and administrative leadership, shaping radiologic education and safety protocols. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, but her contributions to imaging safety and education are central to her professional portfolio.

As a program director, Vas collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to enhance diagnostic training programs and maintain rigorous hygiene standards in imaging facilities. Her role integrates her expertise in radiation sciences with administrative strategies to improve healthcare education and patient care outcomes.