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Deborah J. Rubens is a Professor (Part-Time) in the Department of Imaging Sciences at the University of Rochester Medical Center, with a secondary appointment in Biomedical Engineering. She serves as Vice Chair for Faculty and Professional Development and Medical Director of the Rochester Center for Biomedical Ultrasound.
- Education: Biology (BS, Stanford University), Medicine (MD, University of Rochester)
- Board Certifications: Diagnostic Radiology
- Leadership: Former Director of Body MRI, Head of Ultrasound Division
Her research focuses on ultrasound innovations including:
- Prostate cancer detection via sonoelasticity
- 3D ultrasound and contrast agent development
- US/MR/CT fusion imaging
- Shear wave dispersion for liver disease
- Telemedicine ultrasound applications in Peru
She has led NIH-funded research on 3D ultrasound elastography and co-investigated studies on venous thrombosis prophylaxis. Scientific accolades include Fellowships in the American College of Radiology and American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine, plus the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology Distinguished Scientist award. Her clinical expertise spans ultrasound, CT, and MRI diagnostics for genitourinary and hepatobiliary conditions.
