Susan Bhatt

Susan Bhatt advances imaging protocols for pancreatic cancer detection and staging, focusing on MRI and CT techniques that improve sensitivity for early detection. Her research has developed optimized multi-phase CT and MRI protocols for detecting small pancreatic adenocarcinomas and characterizing the resectability of pancreatic masses including vascular invasion assessment. She has contributed to standardized reporting criteria for pancreatic cysts (IPMN) and has evaluated novel MRI techniques including DWI and gadoxetate contrast for improved cyst characterization. Her imaging research has directly influenced radiology practice guidelines for pancreatic cancer diagnosis and staging.