S9E06 My Informatics Journey with Dr. David Avrin - Part 1
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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 numerous peer-reviewed papers. He created the first human dual-energy CT images, led major informatics initiatives as UCSF Vice Chair, founded UCSF’s ACGME Clinical Informatics Fellowship, and served...
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S9E05 Hackathon Team Agentic Vibes (2025 1st Place Winner)
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In this episode, we catch up with and to talk about their 2025 SIIM Hackathon project, , 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://siim.org/page/siimcast Special Thanks to @RandalSilvey of http://podedit.com for editing and post processing support.
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S9E04 My Informatics Journey with Dr. Steve Horii - Part 2
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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 podcasts. Please help us out by leaving a review! Visit us at https://siim.org/page/siimcast Special Thanks to @RandalSilvey of http://podedit.com for editing and post processing support.
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S9E03 My Informatics Journey with Dr. Steve Horii - Part 1
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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, Apple Podcast, or anywhere else you subscribe to podcasts. Please help us out by leaving a review! Visit us at https://siim.org/page/siimcast Special Thanks to @RandalSilvey of http://podedit.com for...
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S9E02 Customer Success for Imaging Informaticists
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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 a Customer Success function, fostering customer advocacy, and creating long-term value for both users and organizations. You can find our podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or anywhere else you...
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S9E01 2024 SIIM Hackathon 1st Place Winner - Team Scan & Tell
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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. Don't miss out on the chance to hear from the next generation of leaders in imaging informatics! You can find our podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or anywhere else you subscribe to podcasts. Please...
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S8E14 - NSA Codebreaker Challenge
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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: • His role on the SIIM Security Subcommittee • Ongoing efforts to raise cybersecurity awareness in imaging • Balancing professional responsibilities with personal life • The value of...
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S8E13 - My Informatics Journey with Dr. Marc Kohli
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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 involvement with SIIM. This conversation is packed with insight, stories, and a genuine love for innovation and mentorship in healthcare IT.
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S8E12 -Portland Deep Dive: SIIM 2025, Donuts, and Data
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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, and even whiskey libraries, we cover everything you need to know to make the most of your trip. Plus, we touch on Portland’s growing role in radiology and informatics, including insights into...
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S8E11 - PIIRT Mini-Series: Chapter 8 - Data Security & Patient Privacy
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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.
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In this episode, host Mohannad chats with Jason Klotzer and Markus Herrmann about pathology imaging standards. The team discusses the unique perspective of digital pathology and how the specialty has adopted DICOM standards to meet the needs of the pathologist's imaging workflow, as well as a hackathon sponsored by the DPA and DICOM Workgroup 26.
Jason Klotzer is a customer engineer working for the Healthcare vertical of Google Cloud, and he is based out of Austin, TX and has worked in the medical imaging space for more than 15 years. He has architected several PACS and VNA systems, specializing in visualization of medical images for diagnostic reading, recently focusing on the needs of AI/ML and analytics in medical imaging.
Markus Herrmann serves as Director of Computational Pathology at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Assistant Professor of Pathology at Harvard Medical School. His research focuses on the development of novel quantitative imaging biomarkers and computer-aided diagnostic tests combining microscopy imaging, computer vision, and mathematical modeling. Markus is active in national and international efforts to advance the standardization and adoption of digital and computational pathology, including the DICOM Working Group 26 Pathology, the IHE Pathology and Laboratory Medicine domain, the Pathology Innovation Collaborative Community, the Digital and Computational Pathology Committee of the College of American Pathologists, and the Regulatory and Standards Task Force of the Digital Pathology Association.
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