Franziska Wolfschmidt, MD

About Me
I am a German board-certified radiologist and consultant neuroradiologist with more than ten years of experience in diagnostic and interventional radiology. Throughout my career, I have worked at university hospitals, tertiary referral centres, and comprehensive stroke centres in Germany, managing complex cases across both general radiology and advanced neuroradiology.

My practice focuses on brain and spine MRI, acute stroke diagnostics, neurovascular imaging, adult and paediatric neuro-oncologic imaging, epilepsy imaging, emergency radiology, and advanced neuroimaging techniques, including CT and MR perfusion, MR spectroscopy, and cerebrospinal fluid flow studies. I also have extensive experience in body CT and MRI, ultrasound, conventional radiography, teleradiology, and second-opinion reporting.

In addition to diagnostic imaging, I have experience in interventional neuroradiology, including mechanical thrombectomy, CT-guided interventions, periradicular therapy, facet joint injections, and myelography.

Education & Credentials

German Medical License (Approbation)
German Board Certification in Radiology
German Board Certification in Neuroradiology
DeGIR/DGNR Module E – Endovascular Stroke Therapy
M.D., Julius-Maximilians-University Würzburg

Achievements
Consultant-level experience at German university hospitals, tertiary referral centres, and comprehensive stroke centres
Extensive experience in acute stroke imaging and treatment, including participation in the TEMPiS and STENO stroke networks
Established acute stroke imaging pathways, including CT angiography, CT perfusion, and specialised brain and spine MRI protocols
Author of peer-reviewed publications and presenter at international congresses, including RSNA, ECR, and IROS
Experienced in teaching medical students and radiology residents and supervising doctoral research projects
Several years of teleradiology experience, providing remote CT and MRI reporting for hospitals in Germany and Austria

My Philosophy of Care
I believe that every imaging examination should be evaluated within the patient’s complete clinical context rather than as an isolated set of images. My goal is to provide clear, precise, and clinically relevant reports that help patients and their treating physicians make well-informed decisions.

I approach each case with care, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to evidence-based medicine. In second-opinion consultations, I aim not only to identify important findings but also to explain their significance in an understandable and compassionate manner. By combining specialist expertise with advanced imaging techniques, I strive to provide every patient with a reliable and personalised assessment.