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When Benign Turns Malignant 07/07/2026

When Benign Turns Malignant Dr. Sepideh Abdi reviews the key imaging features of premalignant bone and soft-tissue conditions, highlighting how radiologists can recognize early signs of malignant transformation in benign tumors and chronically injured tissues. From osteochondromas and enchondromas to neurofibromas, atypical lipomatous tumors, and radiation-induced sarcomas, this episode provides practical takeaways for identifying imaging findings that warrant closer evaluation and intervention. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/41795490

Navigating Complex Pulmonary Malformations 06/23/2026

Navigating Complex Pulmonary Malformations Host Maja Nikolic is joined by Dr. Eric Therasse and Dr. Marin Halut to explore pulmonary arteriovenous malformations and why these seemingly small vascular abnormalities can lead to serious neurologic complications. Together, they discuss the connection to hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia, key imaging findings, embolization techniques, treatment strategies, and practical tips for achieving successful patient outcomes. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/41690685

RG Team mini-series: Choosing a Career Path After Radiology Training (rerelease) 06/09/2026

RG Team mini-series: Choosing a Career Path After Radiology Training (rerelease) In this episode of the RSNA RadioGraphics team podcast mini-series, Dr. Jason Cai interviews our guest, Dr. Laura Oleaga, a neuroradiologist at the Hospital Clinic Barcelona, about her insights on the rewards and challenges of an academic radiology path. She discusses the key responsibilities, necessary skills, and mindsets, as well as tips for finding the right mentors. Whether you're interested in education, research, or leadership roles, Dr. Oleaga provides valuable guidance to help trainees make an informed decision about their future career direction. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/41553525

Breaking Bad News 05/26/2026

Breaking Bad News In this episode, Dr. Natália Orthmann, Dr. Lídia Rodrigues, Dr. Erica Endo, Dr. Natalia Lima, Dr. Vera Ferreira, and Dr. Carlos Shimizu explore the challenges of delivering difficult news in radiology. They share the RAD News framework, offering practical strategies to communicate with clarity, empathy, and confidence in life-changing moments. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/41396640

Imaging Thoracic Vascular Trauma 05/12/2026

Imaging Thoracic Vascular Trauma Dr. Clint Sliker breaks down the critical imaging findings of cardiac and non-thoracic vascular trauma, highlighting how these rare but life-threatening injuries appear on CT. He shares practical insights to help radiologists recognize subtle signs, choose the right protocols, and maintain a high index of suspicion in high-stakes trauma cases. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/41249885

Breaking the Invisible Barrier 04/21/2026

Breaking the Invisible Barrier In this episode, host Dr. Jamie Clarke explores the invisible barriers that limit medical student access to radiology mentorship, drawing from her Radiographics publication and firsthand experience. She breaks down systemic challenges from both trainee and faculty perspectives while offering practical strategies to build more accessible and meaningful mentorship pathways. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/40900280

Better Radiology Readouts 04/07/2026

Better Radiology Readouts Hosted by Dr. Alyson Stacks Carraway, this episode explores how optimizing the radiology readout can significantly enhance trainee education and patient care. It highlights three core strategies: shifting to patient-centered discussions, tailoring readouts to trainee level with case ownership, and fostering a departmental culture that prioritizes teaching. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/40726470

Pulse Surveys for Departmental Engagement 03/17/2026

Pulse Surveys for Departmental Engagement Dr. Jonathan Revels and Dr. Jennifer Weaver speak with guests Dr. Rachel Bass and Dr. Steven Rothenberg about their innovative use of pulse surveys to improve communication, engagement, and wellness within large radiology departments. Together, they explore how small, frequent feedback habits can shape culture, strengthen leadership transparency, and drive meaningful departmental change. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/40416055

Hamstring Injury Imaging Insights 03/03/2026

Hamstring Injury Imaging Insights Dr. Agustín Marrero explores the anatomy, mechanisms, and imaging characteristics of hamstring injuries, highlighting how MRI and ultrasound findings guide diagnosis, prognosis, and return-to-play decisions. Drawing on his team’s research, he emphasizes the importance of precise localization of myotendinous injuries to optimize treatment strategies and reduce the risk of reinjury in athletes. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/40244080

Contrast Enhanced Mammography in Practice 02/17/2026

Contrast Enhanced Mammography in Practice Dr. Brandy Griffith and Dr. Mitva Patel discuss how to apply the ACR BI-RADS contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM) lexicon in clinical practice, highlighting practical strategies for interpreting low-energy and recombined images. They review key terminology, management pitfalls, and emerging evidence to help radiologists confidently adopt CEM while understanding its limitations and impact on patient care. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/40103770

Dual-Contrast MRI for Liver Lesion Characterization 02/03/2026

Dual-Contrast MRI for Liver Lesion Characterization Dr. Sudeep Soni explores the evolving role of dual–contrast agent liver MRI for improved characterization of focal liver lesions when single-agent protocols are limited. The episode breaks down how sequential use of extracellular and hepatobiliary contrast agents enhances diagnostic confidence, reduces uncertainty, and supports more informed patient care decisions. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/39941425

Trauma-informed Care in Radiology 01/27/2026

Trauma-informed Care in Radiology /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/39886570

Radiology Research for Trainees 01/06/2026

Radiology Research for Trainees /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/39617805

Radiology at the Center of Liver Disease Assessment 12/09/2025

Radiology at the Center of Liver Disease Assessment /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/39343870

Pediatric Playground Trauma 12/02/2025

Pediatric Playground Trauma Dr. Mary-Louise Greer and Dr. Caroline Rutten explore 23 years of data on pediatric playground trauma, highlighting clear injury patterns, the unique features of the growing skeleton, and the diagnostic pitfalls radiologists must watch for. They discuss why equipment like monkey bars contributes so disproportionately to upper-extremity fractures and share practical insights to improve confidence in interpreting these cases. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/39169990

Imaging the Effects of Alcohol Use Disorder 11/18/2025

Imaging the Effects of Alcohol Use Disorder Dr. Refky Nicola speaks with Dr. Sudhakar Venkatesh from Mayo Clinic about the imaging manifestations of alcohol use disorder and its widespread impact on the brain, liver, heart, lungs, and musculoskeletal system. The discussion highlights key radiologic findings, from Wernicke’s encephalopathy to hepatic fibrosis, and explores how advanced MRI techniques aid in diagnosis and management. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/39027405

Imaging Clues in Motor Neuron Disease 11/04/2025

Imaging Clues in Motor Neuron Disease Host Dr. Lily Wang speaks with Dr. Aakanksha Sriwastwa about the clinical and imaging features of motor neuron diseases and CNS tractopathies. They explore how careful neuroanatomic understanding and MRI patterns help narrow the differential and guide diagnosis. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/38863260

Imaging Musculoskeletal Complications of Cancer Therapy 10/21/2025

Imaging Musculoskeletal Complications of Cancer Therapy /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/38626585

Unraveling Internal Hernias After Gastric Bypass 10/07/2025

Unraveling Internal Hernias After Gastric Bypass Dr. Cecil Wood discusses the RadioGraphics article “Internal Hernias after Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: Clues to a Challenging Diagnosis”, highlighting why these complex and potentially dangerous complications remain difficult to identify. He explains surgical anatomy, risk factors, and key CT signs, offering a systematic approach to improve diagnostic accuracy for radiologists. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/38456640

Thermoprotection in Musculoskeletal Ablation 09/23/2025

Thermoprotection in Musculoskeletal Ablation Dr. Jack Jennings from Washington University in St. Louis discusses thermoprotection techniques for musculoskeletal ablation, highlighting strategies to safeguard vital structures during image-guided procedures. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience, he emphasizes both passive and active protective approaches that enhance safety and effectiveness in treating benign and malignant lesions. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/38285255

Evidence-Based Insights on Transthoracic Needle Biopsy 09/09/2025

Evidence-Based Insights on Transthoracic Needle Biopsy Dr. Shravan Sridhar explores the evidence-based approach to transthoracic needle biopsy, covering indications, performance metrics, complications, and risk mitigation strategies. Listeners will gain practical insights on patient selection, technical considerations, and navigating controversial scenarios to optimize outcomes in clinical practice. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/38128060

FES PET-CT: Transforming Breast Cancer Imaging 08/25/2025

FES PET-CT: Transforming Breast Cancer Imaging Drs. Sophia O’Brien Austin Pantel, explore the role of 18F-Fluoroestradiol (FES) PET-CT in the diagnosis and management of ER-positive breast cancer. They review key findings from their RadioGraphics article, discuss updates to national guidelines, and highlight how FES imaging improves patient care by assessing estrogen receptor expression across all sites of disease. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/37952765

Creating an Award-winning RSNA Education Exhibit (Rerelease) 08/05/2025

Creating an Award-winning RSNA Education Exhibit (Rerelease) Host Dr. Refky Nicola summarizes a recent review article from RadioGraphics. Find out how to stand out from the crowd and create your own outstanding exhibit. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/28501052

Beyond Bias in Imaging 07/22/2025

Beyond Bias in Imaging Join Dr. Mana Moassefi from the Mayo Clinic as she explores how cognitive biases shape radiology practice and contribute to diagnostic errors. Highlighting practical debiasing strategies, she guides listeners through each stage of image interpretation to help radiologists move from biased to balanced readings. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/37460120

RSNA Medical Student Task Force 07/08/2025

RSNA Medical Student Task Force Dr. Jennifer Weaver speaks with Dr. Yasha Gupta about the origins, structure, and impact of the RSNA Medical Student Task Force. They discuss the task force’s initiatives, including scholarships, mentorship, and outreach programs, to engage and support medical students interested in radiology. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/37306240

Advancing Forensic Medicine Through Postmortem CT 06/20/2025

Advancing Forensic Medicine Through Postmortem CT Content Warning: This episode contains depictions of domestic violence, listener discretion is advised. Join hosts Dr. Jennifer Weaver and Dr. Jonathan Revels speak with Dr. Jamie Elifritz about the evolving role of postmortem CT in forensic medicine. Dr. Elifritz shares her experience in forensic imaging and highlights how postmortem CT can enhance death investigations, support legal processes, and improve public health insights. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/37093665

Breast Ultrasound Essentials 06/10/2025

Breast Ultrasound Essentials In this episode, Dr. Marcela Lauar and Dr. Gabriela Merigue walk through the fundamentals of breast ultrasound, highlighting key techniques, clinical indications, and special patient considerations. They also share practical tips for optimizing image quality and interpreting findings based on BI-RADS guidelines. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/36849530

Anatomic Approach to Fetal Hydrocephalus 05/23/2025

Anatomic Approach to Fetal Hydrocephalus Join host Dr. Katie Epstein explores the RadioGaphics article Anatomic Approach to Fetal Hydrocephalus by Griffith et al. Dr. Epstein breaks down how a stepwise, anatomy-based imaging approach can improve diagnosis, guide prenatal counseling, and shape the management of ventriculomegaly. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/36694055

Practical Approach to Orbital Lesions 05/13/2025

Practical Approach to Orbital Lesions Join host Dr. Lily Wang as she explores a practical approach to diagnosing orbital lesions based on anatomical compartments. This episode breaks down complex orbital anatomy into clear, actionable insights for radiologists at all levels. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/36477005

Creating an Award-winning RSNA Education Exhibit (Re-Release) 04/15/2025

Creating an Award-winning RSNA Education Exhibit (Re-Release) Dr. Refky Nicola summarizes a recent review article from RadioGraphics. Find out how to stand out from the crowd and create your own outstanding exhibit. Check out the new RSNA Education Course about submitting an Abstract for RSNA2025. /episode/index/show/rsnaradiographics/id/36086580

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