Ulrich A. Rassner

Ulrich A. Rassner, MD serves as Clinical Professor in the Department of Radiology & Imaging Sciences at the University of Utah, where he holds the dual leadership position of Medical Director for both Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography services at University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City. Board certified by the American Board of Radiology in both Radiology and Neuroradiology, he provides comprehensive clinical services across CT, MRI, X-Ray, and specialized Neuroradiology diagnostics.

His educational pathway commenced with secondary studies at Uhland Gymnasium, followed by medical training at Eberhard-Karls Universität where he earned his M.D. He completed surgical internship at Washington Hospital Center, then pursued diagnostic radiology residency and neuroradiology fellowship at University of Utah School of Medicine.

Dr. Rassner maintains focused expertise in MRI physics and safety protocols, driving operational standards for advanced imaging modalities. His clinical research examines complications in interventional neuroradiology, particularly spinal interventions related to headache disorders. Recent publications analyze arachnoiditis risks from epidural blood patches through systematic reviews and clinical responses, highlighting technique-related complications in spinal procedures.

Analysis of his 2021 publications reveals consistent investigation into iatrogenic spinal complications, with emphasis on procedure safety optimization and evidence-based protocol development. His work bridges clinical neuroradiology practice with patient safety research in headache management interventions.

As Medical Director of MRI and CT services, Dr. Rassner oversees technical operations, safety compliance, and clinical implementation of imaging technologies at University of Utah Hospital. His leadership ensures integration of physics principles with clinical applications while maintaining strict adherence to safety standards in high-field MRI environments.