Dr. Wende Gibbs

Dr. Wende Gibbs, MD, FASSR, is a neuroradiologist specializing in spine imaging and intervention. She serves as Associate Professor of Neuroradiology and Director of Spine Imaging and Intervention at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona. Her clinical practice focuses on diagnostic and interventional spine radiology, minimally invasive spine procedures, and advanced CT and MRI for neurologic and spinal imaging. Her research interests center on artificial intelligence and radiomics in neuroradiology, imaging-based bone health assessment for surgical planning, and MRI innovation and education. Nationally recognized for her leadership in spine radiology, Dr. Gibbs has served as President of the American Society of Spine Radiology and the Western Neuroradiological Society, Chair of Education for the American Society of Neuroradiology, and in leadership roles with the American College of Radiology Neuroradiology Commission. Her honors include Fellowship in the American Society of Spine Radiology, Best of ASNR Lecture Awards, educational exhibit distinctions, editors’ recognition awards, and Top Doctor recognition. Dr. Gibbs earned her medical degree from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine. She completed an NIH/GCRC research fellowship at UC Irvine, a Diagnostic Radiology residency at Baylor University Medical Center, and a Neuroradiology fellowship at Barrow Neurological Institute.