SIIMcast

In this episode, hosts Jason and Mohannad sit down with Greg Toffner to revisit his excellent presentation from the 2025 MIIT Conference ( https://www.miit.ca/) . Greg shares how the program is helping remote communities gain better access to basic imaging services through "task shifting" - training local community members to perform simple X-ray exams as Basic Radiological Technicians (BRTs). The...

In this episode, we sit down with Estella and Sophie, two talented high school students who have made their mark at the SIIM Hackathon. Together, they earned second place in 2024, and Sophie returned the following year to place again. Estella and Sophie reflect on their experiences with SIIM, share what it was like to compete in the hackathon, and discuss the interests and career paths they're exp...

Coulter, Prasanth and Mohannad reflect on SIIMcast's ninth season, plans for the next season, as well as the upcoming SIIM 2026 annual meeting in Pittsburgh. 

In this episode, we chat with Herman Oosterwijk and Jeff Frimeth , two experts in the field of Radiology and Medical Physics, where we talk about Diagnostic (medical-grade) monitors vs. commercial, off-the-shelf regular ones. We talk about differences, why you need a medical-grade monitor for accurate diagnosis and what makes them special.

In this episode, we chat with Sébastien Jodogne , perhaps most well-known for creating the Orthanc DICOM server. We also cover Sébastien's journey, open-source philsophy and academic interests.

In this episode, we sit with Dr. Tarik Alkasab, Heather Chase and Dr. C. Michael Hood to talk about recent developments in the worlds of Common Data Elements (CDS, see https://www.rsna.org/practice-tools/data-tools-and-standards/radelement-common-data-elements), Open Imaging Data Model (OIDM, see https://www.openimagingdata.org/) and other developments such as the Imaging Problem List (IPL).

Dr. David Avrin, MD, PhD, is a pioneering leader in medical imaging informatics with decades in digital biomedical imaging, twice serving as Chair of RISC/SCAR/SIIM during pivotal eras in PACS development and Imaging Informatics conception. A Professor Emeritus at UCSF, he helped integrate PACS and EMR systems, advanced clinical and educational workflows, and authored foundational work including n...

Dr. David Avrin, MD, PhD, is a pioneering leader in medical imaging informatics with decades in digital biomedical imaging, twice serving as Chair of RISC/SCAR/SIIM during pivotal eras in PACS development and Imaging Informatics conception. A Professor Emeritus at UCSF, he helped integrate PACS and EMR systems, advanced clinical and educational workflows, and authored foundational work including n...

In this episode, we catch up with John Paulett and Faris Siddiqui to talk about their 2025 SIIM Hackathon project, Agentic Vibes , which won first place. Have a listen to hear about hot topics like Foundation Models and Agentic AI, among others! You can find our podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or anywhere else you subscribe to podcasts. Please help us out by leaving a review! Visit us at https:...

Affectionately known as Dr. DICOM. The SIIMcast team got a rare chance to sit with Dr. Steve Horii during the SIIM 2025 annual meeting, where he told stories about the origins of DICOM, imaging informatics and digital Radiology. This is content no one wants to miss! Note: The is the second of two episodes.  You can find our podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or anywhere else you subscribe to podca...

Affectionately known as Dr. DICOM. The SIIMcast team got a rare chance to sit with Dr. Steve Horii during the SIIM 2025 annual meeting, where he told stories about the origins of DICOM, imaging informatics and digital Radiology. This is content no one wants to miss! Note: The is the first of two episodes. The second episode will release on October 22nd, 2025. You can find our podcast on Spotify, A...

In this episode, we explore the rise of Customer Success in healthcare & imaging informatics—where it came from, how it differs from traditional IT approaches, and why it's gaining traction in the industry. We discuss the Customer Success mindset, key principles for driving outcomes in healthcare, and practical frameworks for building successful programs. You'll also hear strategies for launching...

We sit down with a team of bright, young individuals from Marquette University and we talk about their experience in the 2024 SIIM Hackathon, leading up to them winning 1st place. Whether you're a student, professional, or just curious about the intersection of healthcare and technology, this episode offers valuable insights into the power of collaboration, mentorship, and seizing opportunities. D...

In this episode, Dr. Howard Chen from the Cleveland Clinic joins us to discuss his experience participating in the NSA Codebreaker Challenge and how it connects to cybersecurity in medical imaging. Dr. Chen explains the structure of the challenge, shares lessons learned, and reflects on how problem-solving skills developed in cybersecurity can apply to radiology and informatics. We also talk about...

In this episode of SIIMCast , we chat with Dr. Marc Kohli, professor of radiology and medical director of imaging informatics at UCSF Health. From early days programming on an Atari to leading imaging IT at a major academic center, Marc shares his unique path into imaging informatics. He reflects on influential mentors, his work in Kenya, his passion for standards like HL7 and FHIR, and his deep i...

SIIMCast takes a detour from its usual deep dives into imaging informatics to explore the quirky, vibrant city of Portland, Oregon—host of the 2025 SIIM Annual Meeting! Join us as we chat with Portland-based radiologist Dr. Neel Patel and SIIMCast co-founder Dr. Prasanth Prasanna, who doubles as both host and local guide. From legendary donuts to iconic bookstores, scenic hikes to top-notch pizza,...

In this episode of SIIMCast, we continue our mini-series exploring the Practical Imaging Informatics Resource Textbook (PIIRT) with a conversation with Dr. James Whitfill. He shares his insights on data security and patient privacy from Chapter 8 of the PIIRT. 

In this episode of SIIMcast , we sit down with Sylvia Devlin , a trailblazer in medical imaging informatics. Sylvia shares her inspiring journey from a young radiology technologist to becoming a director of customer success and a leader in the imaging informatics community. With over two decades of experience, Sylvia reflects on her career milestones, including earning her CIIP certification, co-e...

In this groundbreaking episode of SIIMcast, the robots are in charge! With the help of Google's Notebook LM , we've created an AI-driven deep dive into 10 years of progress in Enterprise Imaging. Our AI hosts explore the transformative journey of EI, balancing insights from the HIMSS-SIIM Enterprise Imaging White Papers with reflections from human experts Abe Nader and Carol Joseph . Tune in for a...

In this episode of SIIMCast, host Mohannad welcomes Dr. Les Folio, a radiologist, aerospace medicine specialist, and clinical informatics pioneer with an incredible career in medical informatics. Dr. Folio shares how a power outage at his birth in Germany sparked his lifelong curiosity and problem-solving spirit. From using makeshift doorstops as a child to advancing teleradiology and telehealth f...

In this episode of SIIMcast, co-host Jason Nagels sits down with Don Dennison to explore the highlights from the SIIM24 Annual Meeting. With over 20 years of experience in imaging informatics, Don shares his perspective on the evolving role of enterprise IT, the integration of AI in healthcare, and the unique collaborative energy that defines the SIIM experience. The discussion delves into the cha...

In this episode of SimCast , the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM) welcomes Dr. Safwan Halabi , an Associate Professor of Radiology at Northwestern University and Vice Chair of Imaging Informatics at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. Dr. Halabi joins the podcast to discuss his chapter from the Practical Imaging Informatics book, focusing on external data sharing and the growin...

In this episode of SIIMcast, we sit down with a dynamic team of four students from Marquette University who took home the top prize at the SIIM Hackathon 2023. Join us as we chat with Paige Harrill , Alex Giblin , Davina Lettau , and  Tom O'Sullivan about their journey from newcomers to champions in the field of medical imaging informatics. Each student shares their unique experiences—Paige's upco...

In this episode of SIIMCast, hosts Jason and Prasanth sits down with  Dr. Jong-Soo Choi , the Chief Technology Officer at Samsung Medical Center in South Korea, and a prominent leader in digital health transformation. Dr. Choi, who also serves as an adjunct professor at the Samsung Advanced Institute for Health Sciences & Technology (SAIHST) and an advisory board member for HIMSS INFRAM, delves in...

In this episode of SIMCAST, we sit down with Cheryl Kreider Carey, CEO of the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM), and Nabile Safdar, the incoming SIIM Board Chair, to delve into their perspectives on leadership, innovation, and the future of imaging informatics. Cheryl shares her journey of steering SIIM through significant challenges and triumphs, including a successful digital tr...