AJR Podcasts

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Francis Deng, MD, and Atul Shinagare, MD, discuss how radiologists communicate diagnostic uncertainty. They examine the potential misalignment between radiologists and referrers in diagnostic confidence, as well as strategies to improve clarity like standardized certainty scales. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.33101

Shailin Thomas, MD, discusses the AJR article by Khunte and Singh on trends in private equity acquisitions of radiology practices. Full article: Private Equity Acquisitions of Radiology Practices From 2013 to 2023: National- and State-Level Analyses

Full article: Self-Interpretation of Imaging Studies by Ordering Providers: Frequency and Associated Provider and Practice Characteristics Aishwariya Vegunta, MD, discusses the article by Christensen et al. highlighting the phenomenon of self-interpretation, whereby an imaging study is interpreted by its ordering provider.

Full article: NPV of Biparametric and Multiparametric Prostate MRI: A Comparative Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Kamyar Ghabili, MD, discusses the AJR article by Salinas-Miranda et al. that evaluates available comparative studies of the NPV of biparametric MRI and multiparametric MRI of the prostate.

CT colonography (CTC) is now at an inflection point following recent regulatory updates. In this AJR Conversation, Gastrointestinal Imaging Section Editor Federica Vernuccio, MD, PhD, speaks with David Kim, MD, about his team's recently published article on the use of CTC for colorectal cancer prevention and detection.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Geraldine McGinty, MD, MBA, joins host Monica Cheng, MD, in a conversation highlighting economic factors and financial structures that shape equitable health care delivery, the value of quality imaging, and the role of healthcare leadership in enhancing patient care. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.33058

Full article: Prognostic Implications of the Volume Doubling Time of the Solid Component in Lung Adenocarcinomas Manifesting as Part-Solid Lesions on Chest CT Aisha Alam, DO, discusses the AJR article by Ahn et al. exploring the importance of the volume doubling time of the solid component in lung cancers appearing as part-solid nodules.

Full article: LI-RADS Ultrasound Surveillance Version 2024: Comparison With Version 2017 for Hepatocellular Carcinoma Detection and Risk Factors for Visualization Score C Antonino Andrea Blandino, MD, discusses the AJR article by Heo et al. that compares LI-RADS Ultrasound Surveillance version 2024 with version 2017.

Full article: Contrast Media in Children: Ten Important Concepts on Administration, Applications, Complications, and Environmental Considerations, From the AJR Special Series on Contrast Media How can radiologists and pediatricians optimize contrast media use in children? In this AJR Conversation, Pediatric Imaging Section Editor Jonathan R. Dillman, MD, MSc, sits down with Monica M. Forbes-Amrhein, MD, PhD, and Michael J. Callahan, MD, to discuss essential concepts presented in their latest AJR article.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Francis Deng, MD, and Benjamin Strong, MD, discuss the justification and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) for detection of critical pathologies within a quality assurance framework. They explore AI’s evolving impact on diagnostic error and malpractice risk. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.32962

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Omer Awan, MD, joins host Monica Cheng, MD, in a conversation that delves into the role of creativity in education, sharing innovative teaching methods and technologic advancements that are shaping our learning and educational practices.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Wellness, Sherry Wang, MBBS, and Jessica T. Wen, MD, PhD, discuss the current state of radiology resident wellness, along with challenges and potential opportunities. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.32901

Full article: White Matter Hyperintensities on High-Resolution 3-T MRI: Frequency in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Associations with Clinical Markers—A Prospective Controlled Multicenter Study Pranjal Rai, MBBS, discusses the AJR article by Tanwar et al., reporting a prospective multicenter study evaluating the potential role of white matter hyperintensities as a biomarker of mild traumatic brain injury.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Sustainability, Sean Woolen, MD, MS, speaks with Christopher Hess, MD, PhD, Elmar Merkle, MD, and Charles Goh, MBBS, about global perspectives on sustainability in radiology. They explore regional challenges, innovative solutions, and collaborative strategies to drive environmentally responsible radiology practices worldwide. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.32864

Full article: Use of ChatGPT Large Language Models to Extract Details of Recommendations for Additional Imaging From Free-Text Impressions of Radiology Reports Morgan McLuckey, MD, discusses the AJR article by Li et al. exploring the use of large language models for extracting details related to recommendations for additional imaging from radiology reports.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Francis Deng, MD and Neena Kapoor, MD discuss challenges in follow-up imaging recommendations, including low adherence and reporting variability. They emphasize system-based solutions like tracking tools and safety net teams to ensure necessary follow-up and reduce errors. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.32830

Full article: Bosniak Classification of Cystic Renal Masses Version 2019: Proportion of Malignancy by Class and Subclass—Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Aric Berning, MD, discusses the AJR article by McGrath et al. that provides a meta-analysis of malignancy proportions for Bosniak classification version 2019, stratified by class and subclass.

Full article: CT-based Body Composition Measures and Systemic Disease: A Population-Level Analysis Using Artificial Intelligence Tools in Over 100,000 Patients Bardia Nadim, MD, discusses the article by Pooler et al., exploring associations of CT body composition measurements, derived using automated artificial intelligence tools, with common systemic diseases.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Marc Succi, MD, joins host Monica Cheng, MD, to discuss insights in healthcare innovation, from founding MESH Incubator at Mass General Brigham to exploring how leadership and education can foster innovation in radiology to meaningfully impact patient care.

Full article: Machine Learning to Detect Cervical Spine Fractures Missed by Radiologists on CT: Analysis Using Seven Award-Winning Models from the RSNA 2022 Cervical Spine Fracture AI Challenge Shailin Thomas, MD, discusses the AJR article by Chen et al. exploring the use of award-winning machine-learning models to detect cervical spine fractures missed by radiologists.