AJR Podcasts

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Michael Recht, MD, joins host Monica Cheng, MD, in a conversation that explores precision education and novel learning paradigms that harness the power of artificial intelligence and innovation in radiology education. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32504  

Full article: Multiparametric MRI Radiomics With Machine Learning for Differentiating HER2-Zero, -Low, and -Positive Breast Cancer: Model Development, Testing, and Interpretability Analysis Aishwariya S Vegunta, MBBS, discusses the AJR article by Chen et al. that explores the use of MRI radiomics with machine learning for differentiating among three-tiered HER2 expression statuses of breast cancer...

Full article: Opportunistic Assessment for Parathyroid Adenoma on CT: A Retrospective Cohort Study Evaluating Primary Hyperparathyroidism-Associated Morbidity Over 10 Years of Follow-Up Pranjal Rai, MBBS, discusses the  AJR article by Bunch et al. exploring associations of an enlarged parathyroid gland on CT with morbidity related to primary hyperparathyroidism.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Wellness, Sherry Wang, MBBS, discusses the importance of being okay with yourself and the implications on your wellness. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32472  

Full article:  Association of Time Since Diagnosis of Pediatric Ileocolic Intussusception With Success of Attempted Reduction: Analysis in 1065 Patients Morgan McLuckey, MD, discusses the AJR article by Mertiri et al. comparing outcomes between pediatric intussusception reductions performed on an emergent versus urgent basis. 

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Francis Deng, MD, and Shailin Thomas, MD, JD, discuss medical malpractice liability as it relates to radiology residents, especially during overnight shifts. They give tips for future and current residents to consider as they progress through training. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32398  

Full article: Prospective Evaluation of Artificial Intelligence Triage of Intracranial Hemorrhage on Noncontrast Head CT Examinations Bardia Nadim, MD, meets with guest Ian Pan, MD, to discuss the  AJR article by Savage et al. that provides a prospective real-world evaluation of the use of artificial intelligence assistance for intracranial hemorrhage detection on head CT.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, David Naeger, MD, joins host Monica Cheng, MD, to discuss how to captivate learners, give an amazing talk, and balance a humane yet rigorous educational philosophy. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32377  

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Wellness, Sherry Wang, MBBS, explores three Gs—gratitude, grace, and grit—and how they help with our wellness. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32332  

Full article: Performance of Lung-Nodule Computer-Aided Detection Systems on Standard-Dose and Low-Dose Pediatric CT Scans: An Intraindividual Comparison Aric Berning, MD, discusses the  AJR article by Hardie et al. that compares lung nodule detection by two CAD systems between low-dose and standard-dose chest CT scans in pediatric patients.

Full article: Opportunistic Bone Mineral Density Measurement Using Photon-Counting Detector CT Spectral Localizer Images: A Prospective Study Charisma DeSai, MD, discusses the  AJR article by El Sadaney et al., exploring photon-counting detector CT in the context of historical methods of measuring bone mineral density and comparisons among modalities with respect to dose and cost.  

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Sustainability, Sean Woolen, MD, MS, speaks with  Amanda Marrero-Gonzalez, MD, about the impact of extreme weather on healthcare delivery. They explore challenges in radiology services during hurricanes and discuss strategies to build climate-resilient health systems for the future. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32299  

Full article: Transarterial Embolization for Musculoskeletal Pain Management: AJR Expert Panel Narrative Review In this  AJR Conversation, Interventional Radiology Section Editor Anne Covey, MD speaks with Ari Isaacson, MD, about his team's recently published article discussing the current status of transarterial embolization for musculoskeletal pain management, focusing on treatment of knee osteo...

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Francis Deng, MD, and Kelly Yousem, JD, discuss the medical malpractice legal process. They cover the requirements and stages of malpractice claims, practical advice for radiologists navigating a lawsuit, and the role of expert witnesses. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32237

Full article: A Comparison of Neonates With 3-T Fetal MRI Exposure, With 1.5-T Fetal MRI Exposure, and Without In-Utero MRI Exposure Shailin Thomas, MD, discusses the  AJR article by Danzer et al. supporting the safety of fetal MRI performed at 3 T based on neonatal anthropometric measurements.

Full article: Intrapatient Changes in CT-Based Body Composition After Initiation of Semaglutide (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Agonist) Therapy Kamyar Ghabili, MD, discusses the  AJR article by Nelson et al. identifying patterns of changes in CT-based body composition measures after initiation of semaglutide therapy.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Monica Wood, MD joins host Monica Cheng, MD to discuss ways of finding our voice in advocacy and getting involved in shaping healthcare policies that can positively impact patient care and radiology practice. https://ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32195  

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Wellness, Sherry Wang, MBBS, discusses why pain and suffering can help with wellness. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32153  

Full article: Diagnostic Performance of MRI and FDG PET/CT for Preoperative Locoregional Staging of Colon Cancer: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis   Aisha Alam, MD, discusses the  AJR article by Sikkenk et al. presenting a meta-analysis of the performances of MRI and FDG PET/CT in colon cancer locoregional staging.

Full article: The Impact of MRI-Based Advanced Neuroimaging on Neurooncologists'Clinical Decision-Making in Patients With Posttreatment High-GradeGlioma: A Prospective Survey-Based Study Atefeh Zeinoddini, MD, discusses the AJR article by Dagher et al. exploring the impact of advanced neuroimaging on management decisions after treatment for high-grade glioma, based on surveys of neurooncologists.

Full article: Quantitative Prostate MRI, From the AJR Special Series on Quantitative Imaging In this AJR Conversation, Genitourinary Imaging Section Editor Nicola Schieda, MD speaks with Daniel Margolis, MD about their team's recently published article discussing how quantitative techniques can be applied to many aspects of prostate MRI, from ADC values to tissue relaxivity, advanced diffusion tec...

Full article: Utility of ADC Values for Differentiating Uterine Sarcomas From Leiomyomas: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Aric Berning, MD, discusses the AJR article by Woo et al. that presents a systematic review and meta-analysis of the role of ADC values in differentiating uterine sarcomas from leiomyomas.

Antonino Andrea Blandino, MD, discusses the AJR article by Lee et al. comparing performance of ChatGPT models and human readers in lung cancer staging from free-text radiology reports. ARTICLE TITLE - Lung Cancer Staging Using Chest CT and FDG PET/CT Free-Text Reports: Comparison Among Three ChatGPT Large-Language Models and Six Human Readers of Varying Experience

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Francis Deng, MD, and David Yousem, MD, MBA, discuss mitigating diagnostic errors in radiology. They examine human factors like fatigue, ways to maintain vigilance to reduce detection errors, informational factors affecting interpretive error, and practice-based learning activities.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Eric Tung, MD,  joins host Monica Cheng, MD, to discuss the value of clinician educator tracks, peer teaching, and evidence-based learning principles to maximize successful learning outcomes.