Steven J Baccei

Dr. Steven J Baccei is a Professor in the Department of Radiology at UMass Chan Medical School, where he serves as Division Chief of Musculoskeletal Imaging and Vice-Chair of Radiology Quality, Patient Safety, and Process Improvement. He joined the institution in 2010 as an assistant professor specializing in musculoskeletal imaging and intervention, and has held several leadership positions since.

Dr. Baccei's educational background includes:

• BS in Biology from Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA
• MD from New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY
• Residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA
• Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Imaging and Intervention at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA

His primary research focuses on systems based practice, quality improvement work, and musculoskeletal imaging optimization. Dr. Baccei's publications demonstrate consistent expertise in radiology quality assurance, process improvement, and development of imaging protocols. His work spans from optimizing communication systems for actionable findings to implementing AI-based quality assurance workflows.

Dr. Baccei has served in significant leadership roles, including being elected to a 4-year term as President (-elect) of the UMass Memorial Medical Staff in 2015. He co-chairs the Group Practice Quality Committee and has contributed extensively to the American College of Radiology Appropriateness Criteria across multiple musculoskeletal conditions.

As an educator, Dr. Baccei mentors medical students, radiology residents, and fellows, with particular emphasis on quality improvement methodologies and musculoskeletal imaging interpretation.