Jean Seely

Dr. Jean Seely is a Full Professor in the Department of Medical Imaging at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Medicine. She serves as Head of Breast Imaging at The Ottawa Hospital and Regional Breast Imaging Lead for the Ontario Breast Screening Program in the Champlain region. She established Ottawa’s Breast MRI program in 2001. Her expertise spans breast and chest disease imaging, with over 60 publications in Breast MRI, mammography, and cancer intervention strategies. Key affiliations include the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute as a Clinical Investigator and roles in the Canadian Association of Radiologists’ Breast Imaging Working Group.

Education:

• MDCM (Medicine), McGill University, June 1989
• Radiology Residency, University of British Columbia, 1995
• FRCPC (Radiology), Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, 1995
• Chest Radiology Fellowship, Vancouver Hospital and Health Sciences Centre, June 1996
• Pediatric Radiology Fellowship, BC Children's Hospital, July 1996
• Research Fellowship, Children's Hospital (Washington), December 1996

Research Focus: Dr. Seely’s work emphasizes improving breast cancer detection and reducing mortality through advanced imaging techniques. Her research integrates clinical practice with public health policy, addressing topics like cost-effectiveness of surgical localization methods and MRI’s role in preoperative planning. She advocates for evidence-based screening guidelines and patient-centered diagnostic experiences.

Grants & Leadership: Her leadership includes executive roles in national accreditation programs and collaborative projects on diagnostic service optimization. She has contributed to initiatives like the Rapid Access Diagnostic and Support (RADS) program to streamline breast cancer diagnostics.

Affiliations: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (Clinical Investigator since 2008), University of Washington Medical Center (Clinical Assistant Professor, 1998–2001).