Event Speaker

Ali Tejani, MD, CIIP

Clinical Fellow in Radiology

University of California, San Francisco

Ali S. Tejani, MD is a Clinical Fellow in Radiology at the University of California, San Francisco. His academic interests include artificial intelligence, head and neck imaging, and imaging informatics. Dr. Tejani has published on AI integration in radiology, bias in machine learning models, standardized reporting, and radiology education. He previously served as Senior Chief Resident in Diagnostic Radiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, where he led the Imaging Informatics & Business Intelligence Track (I2BIT).

Sessions

Case of the Day Wrap-up

Presented by Ali Tejani, MD, CIIP, Delaram Jafarzadeh Ghadimi, Sahika Betul Yayli, MD, Joseph Lee, MD, Mario Sinti-Ycochea, MD, Ibraheem Shaikh, MD, Vera Sorin, MD, CIIP , Richard Wiggins, III, MD, CIIP, FSIIM, FAHSE, FACR  in Radiology Jun 12, 2026 | 12:00 PM.

Stop by the Case of the Day display area in the Expo Hall throughout the meeting to explore five featured cases! The selection updates every half day, so check back often to catch them all. Use this form to answer the multiple-choice question in the display. Then don’t miss this Wrap-Up Session on Friday! The Case…

From Idea to App: Vibe Coding Primer for Imaging Informaticists

Presented by Ali Tejani, MD, CIIP, Dharmam Savani, MS in Cardiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Pathology, Radiology Jun 10, 2026 | 4:15 PM.

Vibe coding, the practice of building functional tools through natural language prompts and AI-assisted development, is rapidly lowering the barrier to create their own solutions without formal programming training. This session combines a focused didactic overview of vibe coding concepts and best practices in healthcare contexts with a short, guided hands-on experience, giving participants a taste of…

If Clinicians Designed AI: Creating Seamless, Human-Centered Imaging Solutions

Presented by Ali Tejani, MD, CIIP, Nina Kottler, MD, MS, FAIM, FSIIM, Robert Slater, PhD, Mohammed Younis, MS, James T. Whitfill, MD, MBA, CIIP, FSIIM, Marc Kohli, MD, FSIIM in Ophthalmology, Radiology Jun 12, 2026 | 8:15 AM.

As AI portfolios in imaging continue to expand, many organizations find that deployment is moving faster than user education, workflow alignment, and thoughtful interface design. Attendees will explore why technically strong AI models often fail to deliver real efficiency gains when results are difficult to access, inconsistently presented, or poorly aligned with clinical workflows. The session establishes the core…

IIP Certification Exam Study Idea Exchange

Presented by Ali Tejani, MD, CIIP, Robert A. Paul, MBA, CIIP, Royce Ruter, CNMT, RT(RT)(N), CIIP, Raffi Salibian, MD in Cardiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Pathology, Radiology Jun 11, 2026 | 9:30 AM.

Are you gearing up for the ABII CIIP examination in the coming year? If you are, the CIIP study groups are the perfect avenue for you. Join fellow IIPs to share insights, explore diverse study approaches for the IIP Certification exam, and benefit from informal peer-to-peer interactions. These study groups offer a valuable space for Q&A sessions,…

Navigating Vendor Conversations with Confidence with Ali Tejani

Presented by Ali Tejani, MD, CIIP in Cardiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Pathology, Radiology Jun 12, 2026 | 11:00 AM.

Ask the Informaticist Meetup is an exclusive opportunity to engage in 1:1 conversations with SIIM leaders and top informatics experts. Whether you're looking for career advice, insights on imaging informatics, or solutions to real-world challenges, this informal session offers direct access to experienced professionals who can help guide your journey. Don't miss this chance to connect, ask questions, and gain valuable…