SUMMARY
The research interests of Tim Leiner, M.D., Ph.D., focus on developing and clinically validating innovative cardiovascular imaging techniques, particularly to improve their ease of use. His work integrates advanced imaging modalities with machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
Dr. Leiner leads the Artificial Intelligence for Cardiovascular Imaging Research and Exploration Program at Mayo Clinic. This program uses cutting-edge technology to bring novel imaging methods into clinical practice.
Focus areas
- Quantitative imaging techniques. Dr. Leiner is pioneering new methods to detect myocardial fibrosis using noncontrast T1rho imaging. These techniques are crucial for managing hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and other cardiac conditions.
- AI in imaging. Dr. Leiner is developing AI-driven tools to analyze cardiovascular imaging studies. These tools help to more accurately diagnose various diseases affecting the cardiovascular system and predict patient outcomes.
- Deep learning for image analysis. Dr. Leiner's research includes using deep neural networks for automated quantitative medical image analysis, significantly advancing the field of cardiovascular imaging.
- Clinical integration of AI. Dr. Leiner leads efforts to standardize AI algorithm deployment in clinical settings, ensuring that innovative technologies effectively transition from research to real-world applications.
Significance to patient care
Dr. Leiner's work in cardiovascular imaging to create noninvasive and accurate diagnostic tools directly improves patient care. These advancements help to better detect and manage cardiovascular diseases, reducing the need for invasive procedures and improving long-term health outcomes.
Professional highlights
- Editor-in-chief, Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance, 2023-present.
- Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance:
- Executive Committee, 2025-2029.
- Fellow, 2018.
- Presenter, Paulin Keynote Lecture, North American Society for Cardiovascular Imaging, 2022.
- International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine:
- President, 2020-2021.
- Outstanding Teacher Award, 2016, 2019.
- Senior fellow, 2018.
- Fellow, Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography, 2016.
- President, Society for Magnetic Resonance Angiography, 2013-2014.
- Honorary member, Korean Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine, 2007.