Prof. Dr. med. Franca Wagner

Head of Diagnostic Neuroradiology | Institute for Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology | Cantonal Hospital Aarau

Bern, Berne, Switzerland

About

Diagnostic Neuroradiologist | Clinical Expertise & Innovation in Neuroimaging with AI Integration Professional Summary: As a Diagnostic Neuroradiologist, I have a wealth of clinical expertise coupled with a distinct passion for pioneering advancements in neuroimaging through the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Actively engaged in clinically applied interdisciplinary research, I focus on both practical applications and theoretical advancements. I take pride in leading and organizing research efforts that bridge the gap between clinical practice and academic exploration. My commitment extends beyond clinical practice to encompass not only interdisciplinary research, but also organizational leadership in research initiatives, impactful teaching at the university level, and a significant body of published works. Focus of my clinical and scientific research – three main topics: 1. Otolaryngological (ENT) imaging throughout the pre-, intra-, and postoperative phases. 2. Neuroimmunological and neurodegenerative diseases (in particular, multiple sclerosis) with a special focus on risk stratification and outcome prediction for affected patients, as well as disease monitoring with imaging techniques. 3. Neuroradiological "critical care" diagnostics with an emphasis on neuro-intensive care medicine. My vision focuses on multidisciplinary collaborations, excellence in clinical performance to position neuroradiology as an essential medical discipline, and addressing key challenges in AI and research. A summary of my research activities and publications can be found here: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=IIybTkwAAAAJ&hl=de https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Franca_Wagner https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=wagner+f%2C+bern&sort=pubdate

Experience

  • Head of Diagnostic Neuroradiology | Institute for Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology at Kantonsspital Aarau AG
    May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Insel Gruppe (Bern / CH)
    • Clinical Research Associate | University Dep. of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery
      Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 5 mos

    • Senior Staff Neuroradiologist | University Dep. of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology
      Jun 2020 - Jan 2025 · 4 yrs 8 mos

    • Senior Physician I | University Dep. of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology
      Feb 2018 - May 2020 · 2 yrs 4 mos

  • Lehrbeauftrage der Universität Bern at Universität Bern
    Aug 2012 - Present · 13 yrs 11 mos

  • See-Spital (Horgen / CH)
    • Senior Physician | Radiology
      Jan 2012 - Jun 2012 · 6 mos

    • Senior Physician | Radiology
      Jan 2011 - Dec 2011 · 1 yr

  • Resident | Radiology at Universitätsspital Zürich
    Jan 2011 - Dec 2011 · 1 yr