We are proud to highlight the outstanding contributions of Dr. Tara Massini to the Department of Radiology. Since graduating from the University of Florida College of Medicine and completing her radiology residency and fellowship here, Dr. Massini has been a dedicated member of our neuroradiology team. Trained and mentored by our esteemed neuro faculty, she has continued the department’s tradition of excellence since 2012.
Dr. Massini’s expertise is instrumental in advancing both clinical care and educational excellence. As a Clinical Assistant Professor of Radiology and the longtime Program Director for the Neuroradiology Fellowship, she plays a vital role in training the next generation of radiologists. Her commitment to mentoring residents and fellows encourages attentive analysis, meticulousness, and professional growth.
In addition to her clinical and teaching responsibilities, Dr. Massini actively contributes to cutting-edge research in neuroradiology. Her work supports a broad range of projects, including ongoing clinical trials for high-grade glioma treatment, and has resulted in publications and presentations on head and neck cancers and benign skull base lesions. She also provides expert consultation on incidental findings for a long-term NIH-funded study on adolescent brain development and collaborates closely with colleagues in the UF Radiologic Physics department.
At the University of Florida’s Department of Radiology, we deeply value Dr. Massini’s dedication to academic excellence, research innovation, and mentorship. Her steady leadership continues to inspire our department’s pursuit of radiology innovation and education.
Selected Research Articles by Dr. Tara Massini.
E H Middlebrooks, C J Frost, R O De Jesus, T C Massini, I M Schmalfuss, A A Mancuso.
Acute Invasive Fungal Rhinosinusitis: A Comprehensive Update of CT Findings and Design of an Effective Diagnostic Imaging Model.DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.A4298
PMID: 25882281 PMCID: PMC7964702
I Barreto, E Pepin, I Davis, C Dean, T Massini, J Rees, C Olguin, N Quails.
Comparison of metal artifact reduction using single-energy CT and dual-energy CT with various metallic implants in cadavers
DOI: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2020.109357
PMID: 33126172
JH Rees, T Rempe, IS Tuna, MM Perero, S Sabat, T Massini, JM Yetto
Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders and myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease
DOI: 10.1016/j.mric.2023.12.001 PMID: 38555139
KS Hanubal, Z Galochkina, JH Lee, MA List, TC Massini, D Conrad, et.Al
Tumor volume as a predictor of survival in advanced laryngeal cancer treated with total laryngectomy.
DOI: 10.1002/hed.27351
PMID: 37009789
G Smith, IS Tuna, TC Massini, F Tufan, MS Albayram.
Detailed imaging of abducens nerve anatomy using contrast-enhanced 3D-TOF MR angiography.
DOI: 10.1016/j.clinimag.2021.07.026
PMID: 34399289
I Barreto, G Stoddard, A Heshmat, T Massini, I Tuna, L Rill, M Arreola
Assessment of a new CT detector and filtration technology: part 2—image quality in phantoms, cadavers, and patients.
DOI: 10.1097/RCT.0000000000001711
PMID: 39876545
I Barreto, N Correa, P Moser, I Tuna, T Massini, L Rill, M Arreola.
Assessment of a New CT Detector and Filtration Technology: Part 1—X-ray Beam Characterization and Radiation Dosimetry.
DOI: 10.1097/RCT.0000000000001710
PMID: 39876550
L Jackson, J Poynter, M Rahman, T Massini, S Chen.
Management of Rare Temporomandibular Joint Cysts with Intracranial Extension: A Case Series and Literature Review.
DOI: 10.1055/a-2620-3584
PMID: 40529111 PMCID: PMC12173542
David T Burns, Sandra Donkervoort, Juliane S Müller, T Massini, et. Al
Variants in EXOSC9 Disrupt the RNA Exosome and Result in Cerebellar Atrophy with Spinal Motor Neuronopathy
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajhg.2018.03.011
PMID: 29727687 PMCID: PMC5986733
HR Mendez-Gomes, A DeVries, P Castillo, T Massini, et. al
RNA aggregates harness the danger response for potent cancer immunotherapy
DOI: 10.1016/j.cell.2024.04.003
PMID: 38697107 PMCID: PMC11767857
