AJR Podcasts

As radiologists, we work in dark rooms, but some shadows have nothing to do with the monitors. Cohosts Sherry S. Wang, MBBS, and Surbhi Raichandani, MD, illuminate bullying, gossip, and incivility in radiology and the small brave moves that build healthier cultures. Listen to their discussion in episode 1 of Difficult Conversations, an AJR Podcast Series.

Full article: Real-World Single-Reading Screening Mammography Performance When Using an FDA-Approved Artificial Intelligence Tool Current literature on mammography artificial intelligence (AI) tools have limited generalizability across practice settings. Dora Chen, MD, discusses the article by Ambinder et al. exploring the performance of a screening mammography AI tool when applied in a single-rea...

Radiologists are trained to catch every detail, yet as a profession, it's easy to overlook the human struggles happening right in the reading room. Join Surbhi Raichandani, MD and Sherry Wang, MBBS as they introduce a new AJR Podcast Series dedicated to discussions around bullying, power dynamics, financial pressures, and what it takes to survive in this field. There are no scripts and no safe ans...

Behind every polished CV is a story rarely told aloud. We ask questions trainees and radiologists hesitate to voice—about doubt, ambition, balance, identity, and success—while exploring human interactions that shape careers, often recognized in hindsight. Former program director Glenn Gaviola, MD, speaks with cohosts Winnie Hahn, MD, and Elizabeth Hecht, MD, about feedback challenges and strategie...

Behind every polished CV is a story of detours, doubts, and the quiet pivots that change everything. Winnie Hahn, MD and Elizabeth Hecht, MD offer a sneak peek into their new  AJR Podcast Series that steps away from the highlight reel to ask the questions medical professionals rarely say out loud. Whether you are dictating your first case, rethinking your career path, or reflecting on decades in t...

What is new in the imaging evaluation of mesenteric ischemia in 2026? Gastrointestinal Imaging Senior Editor Federica Venuccio MD, PhD, speaks with Maxime Ronot, MD, PhD, regarding his team's article that provides an update and practical guidance on this evolving topic.

Full article: Detection of Interstitial Lung Abnormalities on Chest Radiographs: Diagnostic Performance of Radiologists and Artificial Intelligence Considerable research has shown the importance of interstitial lung abnormalities (ILAs) on chest CT; the potential role of radiography for such findings remains uncertain. Radhika Rajeev, MD, discusses the AJR article by Hwang et al. evaluating the pe...

How does one innovate while still finding their footing as an attending? Shawn Lyo, MD, speaks with host Siddhant Dogra, MD, about building artificial intelligence-driven workflow tools, collaborating with industry, engaging in policy advocacy, and balancing early-career clinical growth with diverse nonclinical pursuits.

Children need to feel seen, safe, and supported! Laura Gould BS CCLS joins host, Raisa Amiruddin MBBS, to discuss the value of soft language, gentle validation, and the impact of giving children a voice in their own care. Discover how simple human connection can transform imaging suites into warm, safe spaces for kids. 

Have you heard about the Interventional Initiative? Isabel Newton, MD, PhD, joins cohosts Lindsey Negrete, MD, and Amy Maduram, MD, to discuss filmmaking lessons from her experience creating the award-winning docuseries "Without a Scalpel", global partnerships while filming in Tanzania, and fostering patient access for minimally invasive care options. 

Full article: Leveraging Fine-Tuned Large Language Models for Interpretable Pancreatic Cystic Lesion Feature Extraction and Risk Categorization Pancreatic cyst research is challenged by the need for large-scale extraction of cyst features from radiology reports. Antonin Andrea Blandino, MD, discusses the article by Rasromani et al. exploring the use of large language models for this purpose.

How do we teach effectively without sacrificing efficiency or burning out? Scott A Simpson, DO MSEd, speaks with host Surbhi Raichandani, MD, about radiology readout frameworks, formative feedback, workflow-conscious teaching, and preparing trainees for independent practice in modern radiology.

Full article: Human-in-the-Loop Large Language Model–Augmented Diagnostic Reasoning in Thoracic Imaging: Impact of Radiologic Expertise Use of LLMs in the diagnostic reasoning process can either improve or hinder performance. Pranjal Rai, MD, discusses the AJR article by Song et al. exploring the association of reader expertise and reader performance when using LLMs as a diagnostic aid.

What does it take to shape radiology beyond the reading room? Richard Duszak, MD, speaks with host Siddhant Dogra, MD, about his journey from private practice to national leadership, founding a health policy institute, advancing academic radiology, and championing leadership development across the specialty.

Full article: Interreader Agreement for Individual Ancillary Features in LI-RADS CT/MRI Version 2018: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis LI-RADS CT/MRI ancillary features may vary in their ease of application. Jordon Kondo, MD, is joined by Luke Ginocchio, MD, to discuss the AJR article by Jung et al. exploring interreader agreement of LI-RADS ancillary features. 

Augmenting anatomy with disease activity! Summit Shah, MD MPH, explains to host, Raisa Amiruddin, MBBS, how visualizing disease activity through molecular imaging helps in solving diagnostic uncertainties. Explore how PET/MRI, brain mapping, targeted radiotracers, and theranostics are driving the shift towards personalized, precision medicine in pediatric patients. 

Full article: Utilization of Pediatric Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound in the United States After FDA Approval: Insights From a Large Claims Database Regulatory approval alone is insufficient to drive clinical adoption. Selima Siala, MD, is joined by Marcelo Takahashi, MD, to discuss the AJR article by Guarilha et al. that explores the trajectory of national utilization of contrast-enhanced ultrasoun...

Full article: Artificial Intelligence–Assisted Lung Nodule Evaluation on Low-Dose Chest CT in Asymptomatic Individuals: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial Pragmatic data obtained in clinical settings can add further insights into how AI shapes radiology practice. Hira Qureshi, MD, discusses the AJR article by Hwang et al. that reports a prospective randomized trial of the impact of AI for l...

Mission control, we need a read! Michael Polen, MD, joins cohosts Lindsey Negrete, MD, and Amy Maduram, MD, to discuss his incredible journey into space medicine, including engagement with the team leading the first radiograph obtained in space, medical conditions occurring during weightlessness, and the commercial shift into space research.

What drives early-career momentum? Patricia Balthazar, MD, MPH, speaks with host Surbhi Raichandani, MD, about building an intentional academic career through informatics, quality improvement, time management, and strategic decision-making, offering practical insights for trainees and early-career radiologists.

Advanced endoscopic endonasal skull base surgeries have gained widespread clinical adoption. Neuroradiology Imaging Senior Editor Carlos Zamora MD, PhD, speaks with Shekar Khanpara, MD, and Kim Learned, MD, regarding their article addressing the role of imaging in guiding these procedures.

Full article: Catheter-Directed Sclerotherapy Versus Ovarian Cystectomy for Unilateral Ovarian Endometrioma: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Cystectomy as conventional treatment for ovarian endometrioma can lower ovarian reserve. Tobi Folami, MD, discusses the AJR article by Hwan et al. that presents a randomized controlled trial comparing cystectomy with catheter-directed sclerotherapy for tr...

How can radiologists help shape digital health policy? Krishna Juluru, MD, speaks with host Siddhant Dogra, MD, about his career in informatics, the Presidential Innovation Fellows program, service at the FDA Digital Health Center of Excellence, and partnering across government, academia, and industry to advance safe, effective digital health innovation.

Full article: Late Gadolinium Enhancement on Cardiac MRI in Patients With Takotsubo Syndrome: Insights From the Multicenter EVOLUTION Registry What is the significance of late gadolinium enhancement in patients with Takotsubo syndrome? Raisa Amiruddin, MBBS, is joined by Scott Bugenhagen MD, PhD, to discuss the recent AJR article by Cau et al. addressing this issue using data from the multicenter...

Roadmaps for pediatric artificial intelligence (AI)! Nabile Safdar, MD, and Alex Towbin, MD, speak with host, Raisa Amiruddin, MBBS, about the sore spots, unsung wins, and potential targets of AI in children's healthcare while highlighting how the specialist's intuition remains the ultimate anchor for automated tools in radiology.