Radiology Podcast | RSNA

Dr. Linda Chu speaks with Jakob Wasserthal and Tugba Akinci D'Antonoli about the power and potential of Total Segmentator MRI, sharing insights on its development, clinical impact, and open-source innovation. Through candid conversation, they explore how segmentation tools are reshaping medical imaging and research collaboration. TotalSegmentator MRI: Robust Sequence-Independent Segmentation of Multiple Anatomic Structures in MRI. Akinci D'Antonoli et al. Radiology 2025; 314(2):e241613.

Join Dr. Refky Nicola and guest, Dr. Stephanie Nougaret, as they explore the evolution of MRI in rectal cancer staging, from the DISTANCE framework to the updated DISTANCED approach. Learn how advancements in imaging and structured reporting are shaping patient management and treatment planning. MRI of the Rectum: A Decade into DISTANCE, Moving to DISTANCED. Nougaret et al. Radiology 2025; 314(1):e232838.

Join Dr. Linda Chu as she chats with Dr. Magdalini Paschali and Dr. Akshay Chaudhari about foundation models in radiology. Learn how these AI models are shaping the future of medical imaging and clinical practice. Foundation Models in Radiology: What, How, Why, and Why Not. Paschali et al. Radiology 2025; 314(2):e240597.

Dr. Reni Butler speaks with Dr. Ed Hendrick and Dr. Debbie Monticciolo about the rising rates of metastatic breast cancer and the vital role of early detection through screening. They discuss their latest research, the impact of screening guidelines, and the urgent need to improve access and participation in breast cancer screening. Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Data Show Increasing Rates of Distant-Stage Breast Cancer at Presentation in U.S. Women. Hendrick and Monticciolo. Radiology 2024; 313(3):e241397.

Dr. Linda Chu speaks with Dr. Daniele Andreini about the Advantage II Study, which evaluates the accuracy of dynamic stress myocardial CT perfusion in patients with coronary artery stents. They discuss how this technique compares to invasive testing, its advantages over static CT perfusion, and its impact on cardiac imaging. Diagnostic Accuracy of Dynamic Stress Myocardial CT PerfusionCompared with Invasive Physiology in Patients with Stents:The Advantage 2 Study. Andreini and Mushtaq et al. Radiology 2024; 313(3):e232225.

Join host Dr. Simon Lennartz as he explores the top radiology images of the year with guests Dr. Francis Deng, Dr. Mickael Tordjman, and Dr. Dhairya Lakhani. They discuss the selection process, the significance of striking imaging, and what makes a submission stand out. 2024 Top Images in Radiology: Radiology In TrainingEditors' Choices. Tordjman et al. Radiology 2024; 313(3):e243310.

In this episode, podcast cohost Dr. Ashwin Parihar and guest Dr. Jessica Porembka, chair of the RSNA education exhibit awards committee, highlight several standout educational and scientific presentations at RSNA 2024 and discuss larger trends in education and research abstracts at the annual meeting. Call for Abstracts at RSNA 2025 is now open for submissions and closes May 7, 2025 (noon Central Time). Call for Abstracts at RSNA 2025 Abstract Submission | RSNA 2024 RSNA Annual Meeting Awardees DB24_Award_Winners_Thursday_FIN.indd RSNA Involvement Opportunities Volunteer and involvement opportunities | RSNA

Join Dr. Linda Chiu as she discusses the transformative role of AI in cardiac CT and MRI with Dr. Domenico Mastrodacasa and Dr. Marlee Van Assen, co-authors of a groundbreaking scientific statement on the topic. Together, they explore AI's impact on imaging workflows, clinical adoption, and the future of cardiac diagnostics. Use of AI in Cardiac CT and MRI: A Scientific Statement fromthe ESCR, EuSoMII, NASCI, SCCT, SCMR, SIIM, and RSNA. Mastrodicasa and van Assen et al. Radiology 2025; 314(1):e240516.

In this episode Dr. Refky Nicola explores the latest updates to LIRADS Ultrasound Surveillance 2024 with guest Dr. Aya Kamaya. Focusing on its role in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) screening and how it compares to other imaging modalities. Key topics include the importance of surveillance, the benefits and limitations of ultrasound, and new guidelines for improving early HCC detection. LI-RADS US Surveillance Version 2024 for Surveillanceof Hepatocellular Carcinoma: An Update to the American Collegeof Radiology US LI-RADS. Kamaya et al. Radiology 2024; 313(3):e240169.

In this episode of the Radiology Podcast, Dr. Lauren Kim speaks with Dr. Lama Dawi about a groundbreaking study comparing liquid biopsy and CT imaging in assessing tumor burden. They explore the strengths, limitations, and future of liquid biopsy in cancer diagnostics and precision medicine. Can it replace CT scans? Liquid Biopsy versus CT: Comparison of Tumor Burden Quantification in 1065 Patients with Metastases. Dawi et al.Radiology 2024; 313(2):e232674.

Dr. Refky Nicola speaks with Dr. Kate Hanneman about her groundbreaking research on the impact of air pollution and extreme temperatures on emergency department imaging utilization. Explore the intersection of climate change, patient health, and medical imaging, and discover how radiology departments can adapt to these evolving challenges. Increased Emergency Department Medical Imaging: Association with Short-Term Exposures to Ambient Heat and Particulate Air Pollution. Hanneman et al. Radiology 2024; 313(2):e241624.

Dr. Reni Butler speaks with Dr. Ji Soo Choi about her groundbreaking study on non-mass lesions in screening breast ultrasound. Explore key imaging features, their predictive value for malignancy, and how the upcoming BI-RADS lexicon update could transform breast cancer diagnosis. Assessment of Nonmass Lesions Detected with ScreeningBreast US Based on Mammographic Findings. Ha and Choi et al. Radiology 2024; 313(2):e240043

Drs. Linda Chu, Lauren Kim, Refky Nicola, Francis Deng, Reni Butler, Ashwin Singh Parihar, and Cristina Marrocchio talk about the top 10 most downloaded Radiology publications in 2024. Top Publications in Radiology, 2024. Moy. Radiology 2024; 313(3):e243436.

Dr. Refky Nicola speaks with Dr. Kate Hahnemann, Associate Professor and RSNA 2024 Program Chair, as she shares her journey from cardiac imaging to radiology leadership. Explore her insights on diversity, mentorship, and sustainability, shaping the future of the field.

Dr. Linda Chu is joined by Dr. Matthew Covington and Dr. Regina Rosenthal to discuss the challenges in diagnosing and treating invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC) of the breast. They explore imaging difficulties, unique metastatic patterns, and strategies for improving detection and patient care. Sponsored by GE HealthCare.

Drs. Linda Chu and Refky Nicola speak with Dr. David Leswick and Mark Wang about the effect of podcasts on amplifying the reach of Radiology journal articles. -Sponsored by Carestream Health. Amplifying Research: The Potential for Podcasts to Boost Radiology Journal Article Exposure. Wang et al. Radiology 2024; 312(3):e233057. Amplifying Research in Radiology: The Podcast Effect. Nicola and Chu. Radiology 2024; 312(3):e241536.

RSNA celebrates the 40-year impact of the Research and Education (R&E) Foundation, which has funded over $84 million in radiology research and education. Dr. Lauren Kim speaks with Dr. Pamela Woodard and shares how R&E grants shaped her career and the importance of supporting innovation in radiology. Support the future of radiology by donating to the R&E Foundation: rsna.org/donate or text "40th" to 91999.

Dr. Refky Nicola talks with Dr. Wendy VanBuren and Dr. Priyanka Jha about advances in endometriosis imaging, focusing on ultrasound, MRI, and the role of T1 and T2 sequences in diagnosis and reporting. Radiology State-of-the-art Review:Endometriosis Imaging Interpretation and Reporting. VanBuren et al. Radiology 2024; 312(3):e233482.

Dr. Linda Chu speaks with Dr. Aashim Bhatia and Eric Selvin Smith on AI's impact in radiology. They explore how AI is enhancing efficiency for radiologists and technologists, the latest innovations, and future possibilities in the field. Sponsored by Carestream Health.

Dr. Refky Nicola speaks with Tamie Bateman and Justin Kolakoski about how AI powered MRI technology can revolutionize workflows and enhance patient care. This episode sponsored by AIRS Medical.

Dr. Reni Butler dives into the future of breast ultrasound imaging with experts Ms. Zuzanna Magnuska, Dr. Elmar Stickeler, and Dr. Fabian Kießling from RWTH Aachen University. They discuss their groundbreaking research on combining radiomics and autoencoders to improve the accuracy of distinguishing benign from malignant tumors. This episode is sponsored by Carestream Health. Combining Radiomics and Autoencoders to DistinguishBenign and Malignant Breast Tumors on US Images. Magnuska et al. Radiology 2024; 312(3):e232554.

Dr. Lauren Kim speaks with Dr. Elkan Halpern about statistical basis of election night projections. Election Night Projections for Radiologists. Halpern. Radiology 2024; 312(3):e242726.

Dr. Linda Chu speaks with Dr. David Kaelber about how patient portals help promote patient engagement and shared decision making. This episode is sponsored by Hyland Healthcare.

Dr. Ashwin Singh Parihar speaks with Dr. Phillip Kuo, Dr. Andrew Armstrong, and Dr. Ken Herrmann about how 68Ga-PSMA-11 PET can predict response of metastatic prostate cancer following 177Lu-PSMA-617 therapy. The VISION Trial. Quantitative 68Ga-PSMA-11 PET and ClinicalOutcomes in Metastatic Castration-resistant ProstateCancer Following 177Lu-PSMA-617 (VISION Trial). Kuo and Morris et al. Radiology 2024; 312(2):e233460.

Dr. Linda Chu discusses the assessment of thrombectomy vs. combined thrombolysis and thrombectomy in patients with acute ischemic stroke and medium vessel occlusion with Dr. Adam Dmytriw and Dr. Adrien Guenego. Assessment of Thrombectomy versus Combined Thrombolysis and Thrombectomy in Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke and Medium Vessel Occlusion. The MAD-MT Consortium. Radiology 2024; 312(2):e233041.

Dr. Refky Nicola discusses the Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound recommendations for first-trimester US lexicon with Dr. Shuchi Rodgers and Dr. Lori Strachowski. A Lexicon for First-Trimester US: Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound Consensus Conference Recommendations. Rodgers et al. Radiology 2024; 312(2):e240122.

Dr. Linda Chu discusses osteoporosis screening using chest radiographs with Dr. Chin Lin and Dr. Wen-Hui Fang. The OPSCAN trial. Osteoporotic Precise Screening Using Chest Radiography and Artificial Neural Network: The OPSCAN Randomized Controlled Trial. Lin et al. Radiology 2024; 311(3):e231937.

Dr. Francis Deng discusses the diagnostic accuracy of optic nerve US for prediction of increased intracranial pressure with Dr. David Berhanu. This episode is sponsored by Mayo Clinic. Dimensions of Arachnoid Bulk Ratio: A Superior Optic. Nerve Sheath Index for Intracranial Pressure. Berhanu et al. Radiology 2024; 312(1):e240114.

Dr. Lauren Kim discusses the use of normalized join-count in predicting emphysema progression with Dr. Sukhraj Virdee and Dr. Miranda Kirby. CT Chest Imaging Using Normalized Join-Count:Predicting Emphysema Progression in the CanCOLD Study. Virdee et al. Radiology 2024; 312(1):e233265.

Dr. Linda Chu speaks with Dr. Giuseppe Esposito, Dr. Yasar Torres-Yaghi, and Dr. Lydia Wood to explore how the availability of amyloid PET imaging and other advanced neuroimaging techniques is transforming the diagnostic and treatment landscape for neurodegenerative disorders. Sponsored by GE HealthCare.

Dr. Linda Chu discusses the partnership among GE HealthCare, RSNA, and Muhimbili National Hospital with Dr. Toma Omofoye, Dr. Priyanka Jha, Dr. Lulu Fundikira, Dr. Fred Lyimo, and Maria Smith. This episode is sponsored by GE HealthCare.

Dr. Reni Butler discusses the impact of patient characteristics on AI performance on negative screen digital breast tomosynthesis with Dr. Derek Nguyen, Dr. Yinhao Ren, and Dr. Lars Grimm. Patient Characteristics Impact Performance of AI Algorithm in Interpreting Negative Screening Digital Breast Tomosynthesis Studies. Nguyen and Ren et al. Radiology 2024; 311(2):e232286.

Dr. Refky Nicola discusses the impact of a positive leadership program on burnout, intention to leave, and engagement with Dr. Amy Young. Positive Leadership within Breast Imaging:Impact on Burnout, Intent to Leave, and Engagement. Young et al. Radiology 2024; 311(2):e232329.

Dr. Lauren Kim discusses efficacy and safety of Y-90 radiation segmentectomy for hepatocellular carcinoma with Dr. Ammar Sarwar. Efficacy and Safety of Radiation Segmentectomy with 90Y Resin Microspheres for Hepatocellular Carcinoma. Sarwar et al. Radiology 2024; 311(2):e231386.

Dr. Linda Chu summarizes recent review articles on NASH, liver MR elastography, and LI-RADS contrast enhanced US nonradiation treatment assessment algorithm. Liver Imaging Reporting and Data System Contrast-Enhanced US Nonradiation Treatment Response Assessment Version 2024. Lyshchik et al. Radiology 2024; 311(2):e232369. Interpretation, Reporting, and Clinical Applications of Liver MR Elastography. Cunha et al. Radiology 2024; 310(3):e231220. Diagnosis and Monitoring of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis: Current State and Future Directions. Kadi et al. Radiology 2024; 310(1):e222695.

Dr. Ashwin Singh Parihar discusses the role of multiparametric MRI and 18F-PSMA-1007 PET/CT for the detection of clinically significant prostate cancer with Dr. Bastiaan Privé. This episode is sponsored by Mayo Clinic. Multiparametric MRI and 18F-PSMA-1007 PET/CT for the Detection of Clinically Significant Prostate Cancer. Privé et al. Radiology 2024; 311(2):e231879.

Dr. Linda Chu discusses predictors of intestinal resection-free survival in patients with acute arterial mesenteric ischemia with Dr. Lorenzo Garzelli and Dr. Maxime Ronot. Predictors of Survival Without Intestinal Resection after First-Line Endovascular Revascularization in Patients with Acute Arterial Mesenteric Ischemia. Garzelli et al. Radiology 2024; 311(3):e230830.

Dr. Ashwin Singh Parihar discusses the emerging theranostics for prostate cancer with Dr. Kerry Jewell, Dr. Michael Hofman, and Dr. Sidney Levy. Emerging Theranostics for Prostate Cancer and a Model of Prostate-specific Membrane Antigen Therapy. Jewell et al. Radiology 2024; 311(1):e231703.

Dr. Linda Chu discusses AI in radiology with Dr. Sheela Agarwal, Chief Medical Information Officer, Healthcare Diagnostics from Microsoft. Episode sponsored by Microsoft.

June is Alzheimer and brain awareness month. This is a re-release to a podcast episode from December 2022 that focuses on this important topic. Dr. Manisha Bahl interviews Dr. Jeffrey Prescott. Diffuse Tensor MRI Structural Connectivity and PET Amyloid Burden in Preclinical Autosomal Dominant Alzheimer Disease: The DIAN Cohort. Prescott et al. Radiology 2022; 302:143–150.

Dr. Lauren Kim discusses the role of large language models in simplifying radiology reports with Kanhai Amin and Dr. Howard Forman. Accuracy of ChatGPT, Google Bard, and Microsoft Bingfor Simplifying Radiology Reports. Amin et al. Radiology 2023; 309(2):e232561. Quantitative Evaluation of Large LanguageModels to Streamline Radiology Report Impressions:A Multimodal Retrospective Analysis. Doshi and Amin et al. Radiology 2024; 310(3):e231593.

Dr. Linda Chu discusses the Consensus Recommendations on Percutaneous Bone Biopsies for Chronic Nonspinal Osteomyelitis with Dr. Laura Fayad. Chronic Nonspinal Osteomyelitis in Adults: Consensus Recommendations on Percutaneous Bone Biopsies from the Society of Academic Bone Radiologists. Debs et al. Radiology 2024; 311(1):e231348.

Dr. Francis Deng discusses characteristics of teleradiology medical malpractice cases with Dr. Adam Schaffer. Assessment of Claimant, Clinical, and FinancialCharacteristics of Teleradiology Medical Malpractice Cases. Schaffer et al. Radiology 2024; 311(1):e232806.

Dr. Refky Nicola discusses the Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound Consensus on Pelvic US for Endometriosis with Dr. Scott Young and Dr. Wendaline VanBuren. Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound Consensus onRoutine Pelvic US for Endometriosis. Young and Jha et al. Radiology 2024; 311(1):e232191.

Dr. Reni Butler discusses AsymMirai, interpretable mammography-based deep learning model for breast cancer risk prediction with Jon Donnelly, Luke Moffett, Dr. Schwartz, and Dr. Joseph Lo. AsymMirai: Interpretable Mammography-based Deep Learning Model for 1–5-year Breast Cancer Risk Prediction. Donnelly et al. Radiology 2024; 310(3):e232780.

Dr. Linda Chu discusses the version 2023 update to the CT colonography reporting and data system with Dr. Judy Yee and Dr. Kevin Chang. CT Colonography Reporting and Data System (C-RADS):Version 2023 Update. Yee et al. Radiology 2024; 310(1):e232007.

Dr. Refky Nicola discusses the relationship between radiology department research funding and institutional community inclusion and investment with Dr. Randy Miles. Assessing the Relationship between Radiology Department Research Funding and Institutional Community Inclusion and Investment. Lopez et al. Radiology 2024; 310(1):e231469.

Dr. Linda Chu discusses top 10 tips for writing materials and methods in Radiology with Sarah Atzen, Scientific Editor for Radiology. Top 10 Tips for Writing Materials and Methods in Radiology: A Brief Guide for Authors. Atzen. Radiology 2024; 310(3):e240306.

Dr. Amy Hara, Chair of Radiology at Mayo Arizona and Dr. Christine (Cooky) Menias, Editor of Radiographics, share stories about leadership, mentorship, and positive culture in radiology.

Dr. Francis Deng discusses the treatment of tinnitus with functional MRI neurofeedback with Dr. Nicolas Gninenko and Dr. Sven Haller. Functional MRI Neurofeedback Outperforms Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Reducing Tinnitus Distress:A Prospective Randomized Clinical Trial. Gninenko et al. Radiology 2024; 310(2):e231143.