Tim Leiner

Utrecht University, Mayo Clinic in Arizona

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12

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About

Dr. Tim Leiner is a leading researcher in cardiovascular imaging, with a primary focus on advancing non-invasive diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for vascular disease. His work spans the development of novel imaging protocols and interventional methods, particularly in coronary and peripheral arterial applications. A major contribution is his pioneering investigation into robot-assisted high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) for treating atherosclerotic plaques in the femoral artery, as detailed in his 2022 pilot study protocol (10 citations), which explores a non-invasive alternative to traditional revascularization. Additionally, his recent 2025 phantom study (2 citations) demonstrates a significant breakthrough in coronary CT angiography, showing that spectral dual-layer CT with motion-compensated virtual monoenergetic imaging can reduce contrast dose by 50% without compromising image quality. This work has immediate implications for patient safety and procedural efficiency. Dr. Leiner’s research consistently pushes the boundaries of imaging technology and therapeutic intervention, earning him recognition for translating complex engineering solutions into practical clinical tools. His work is essential reading for students and researchers interested in the future of non-invasive cardiovascular care.

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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Safety and feasibility study of non-invasive robot-assisted high-intensity focused ultrasound therapy for the treatment of atherosclerotic plaques in the femoral artery: protocol for a pilot study
10 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 17
🏛 Institutions: Utrecht University, Mayo Clinic in Arizona

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