WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology

09/25/2025

Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia among older adults, affecting cognitive functioning. Some people with the disease develop neuropsychiatric symptoms such as apathy, depression, aggression or anxiety, while others do not — and researchers aren't sure why.

Ganesh Chand, PhD, was awarded a four-year, $3.2 million NIH grant to advance our understanding of what causes these symptoms. He will explore the intricate relationships among Alzheimer's biomarkers, neuropsychiatric symptoms, vascular risks and genetic predispositions, helping pave the way for better care.

Ganesh Chand, PhD, received a four-year, $3.2 million NIH grant to study the neuropsychiatric mechanisms in AD.

09/23/2025

09/22/2025

We're proud to announce 12 promotions. These skilled clinicians and researchers are dedicated to imaging excellence. Help us congratulate these well-deserving faculty members as they take the next step in their careers!

A dozen faculty members from WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) have received promotions.

09/19/2025

Did you know that 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime? Conventional imaging has had limited accuracy in detecting metastatic prostate cancer, but recent breakthroughs are changing the landscape of diagnosis and treatment. Learn more about MIR’s role in transforming care this Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

A look at MIR’s role in the advancement of diagnosing and treating prostate cancer.

09/18/2025

Play ball! ⚾ We had a spectacular night at the ballpark with our MIR community. We celebrated the St. Louis Cardinals' win over the Cincinnati Reds, but what truly made the evening special was enjoying the best parts of a baseball game and deepening our sense of camaraderie.

09/16/2025

Postdocs fuel discovery at MIR every day — bolstering the research in our labs, sharpening their expertise and shaping the future of patient care. This National Postdoc Appreciation Week, we extend a heartfelt thanks to these hardworking individuals for their many contributions to the department and the field of radiology.

09/15/2025

We’ve installed a groundbreaking PET/MR scanner at the Center for Clinical Imaging Research – the first of its kind in the U.S.! This cutting-edge hybrid scanner combines PET and MRI into a single exam.

What does this mean for our patients?
✅ Simultaneous, dual-modality imaging for comprehensive exams
✅ Unprecedented anatomic detail for better insights
✅ Less time spent in the scanner

🔗: https://www.mir.wustl.edu/state-of-the-art-pet-mr-scanner-first-in-us-lands-at-mir/

09/12/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Farrokh Dehdashti on receiving this prestigious honor! The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Outstanding Researcher Award recognizes her significant contributions to the radiological sciences throughout a more than 30-year career in PET research.

Award recognizes her career contributions in research Physician-scientist Farrokh Dehdashti, MD, the Drs. Barry A. and Marilyn J. Siegel Professor of - Siteman Cancer Center

09/08/2025

We are thrilled to welcome five outstanding radiologists to the team! Their expertise and dedication to patient care will undoubtedly enhance our mission.

James Cameron, MD - Community Practice
Azadeh Eslambolchi, MD - Pediatric Imaging
Satvik Hadigal, MD - Interventional Radiology
Christine Peterson, MD - Community Practice
Ghazal Shadmani, MD - Community Practice

Learn more about our newest team members: https://www.mir.wustl.edu/5-radiologists-join-mir/

09/04/2025

📅 Mark your calendars! We're hosting the 7th Annual PET-RTRC Workshops & Scientific Session at WashU Medicine, an event that brings together global experts in PET radiotracer research. This year’s theme: Imaging Inflammation and Infectious Disease. Join us February 17–19, 2026, to connect, collaborate and learn from one another.

09/03/2025

Women have been instrumental in shaping MIR's past, present and future. This Women in Medicine Month, we proudly celebrate the trailblazing women who’ve broken barriers, achieved historic “firsts,” and continue to inspire us all through their dedication, innovation and leadership.

Women have played a pivotal role in shaping and driving progress at WashU Medicine Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology.

08/28/2025

“We've been working really hard to think about how we can meet patients where they are. How can we deliver what can be a life-changing health-care option for them in a way that lets them go on living their everyday life?”

In an interview with Diagnostic Imaging, Dr. Tammie Benzinger discusses her team's work using portable low-field MRI to better connect people with suspected Alzheimer's disease in rural areas to newer therapies.

In a recent interview, Tammie Benzinger, M.D., Ph.D., discussed the utility of portable low-field MRI to help identify patients in remote settings who may be viable candidates for subsequent MRI workup and consideration for new anti-amyloid therapies in treating Alzheimer’s disease.