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RadioGraphics Podcast | RSNA
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The RadioGraphics Podcast Team discusses recently published articles. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify.
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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. Pediatric Playground Trauma. Rutten et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(11):e250078.
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. Imaging Manifestations of AlcoholUse–associated Disorders and Diseases. Venkatesh et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(7):e240189.
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. Motor Neuron Diseases and Central Nervous System Tractopathies: Clinical-Radiologic Correlation and Diagnostic Approach. Desai et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(1):e240067.
Dr. Bahar Mansoori explores how musculoskeletal complications from radiation therapy and immunotherapy can mimic metastatic disease and pose diagnostic challenges. She discusses key imaging patterns, pitfalls, and strategies radiologists can use to improve accuracy and patient care. Musculoskeletal Complications of RadiationTherapy and Immunotherapy. Azhideh and Haseli et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(10):e250014.
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. Internal Hernias after Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass:Clues to a Challenging Diagnosis. Wood et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(10):e240197.
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. Thermal Protection Techniques for Image-guided Musculoskeletal Ablation. Thurlow et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(4):e240078.
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. Evidence-based Approach to Transthoracic Needle Biopsy: Procedural Techniques, Risks, and Controversies. Sridhar et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(9):e240094.
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. 18F-Fluoroestradiol: Current Applications and Future Directions. O'Brien et al. RadioGraphics 2023; 43(3):e220143
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. Creating an Award-winning RSNA Education Exhibit. Albasha and Burkett et al. RadioGraphics 2022; 42:E106-E108.
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. Spectrum of Cognitive Biasesin Diagnostic Radiology. Yoon and Lee et al. RadioGraphics 2024; 44(7):e230059.
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. RSNA Medical Student Task Force:A Success Story in MedicalStudent Initiatives. Anderson and Chang et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(7):e240253. RSNA Volunteer Opportunities Directory
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. Postmortem CT: Applications in Clinical andForensic Medicine. Solomon et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(6):e240192.
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. Breast US: Guide for Beginners. Lauar et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(1):e240161.
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. Anatomic Approach to Fetal Hydrocephalus. Griffith et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(2):e240071
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. Practical Approach to Orbital Lesions byAnatomic Compartments. Naves et al. RadioGraphics 2024;44(10):e240026.
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. Creating an Award-winning RSNA Education Exhibit. Albasha and Burkett et al. RadioGraphics 2022; 42:E106-E108. Check out the new RSNA Education Course about submitting an Abstract for RSNA2025. How To Prepare and Submit an Educational Abstract for the RSNA Annual Meeting (2025)
Dr. Lily Wang and Dr. Aakanksha Sriwastwa discuss how nuclear medicine, including PET and SPECT imaging, helps diagnose and treat medically refractory focal epilepsy. Learn how these techniques guide surgical planning and improve patient care. Nuclear Medicine Imaging in Epilepsy. Sriwastwa et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(1):e240062.
Dr. Refky Nicola discusses the role of radiology residents as educators, drawing from an article by Bentley et al. from the University of British Columbia. He explores key teaching strategies, including goal setting, supervision, and effective feedback, to help residents enhance medical education. Teaching Radiology: An Evidence-based Overview for Radiology Residents. Bentley et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(2):e240181.
Join Dr. Richa Patel, Clinical Assistant Professor of Body Imaging at Stanford University, as she discusses key ultrasound features for accurately diagnosing acute cholecystitis, drawn from her recently published Radiographics paper. Learn how recognizing findings like gallbladder dilation, wall hyperemia, and mucosal discontinuity can improve diagnostic precision and patient outcomes. Improving Diagnosis of Acute Cholecystitis withUS: New Paradigms. Patel et al. RadioGraphics 2024; 44(12):e240032.
Join host Dr. Sherry Wang as she explores the complex world of Erdheim-Chester disease with Dr. Yashant Aswani and Dr. Shehbaz Ansari, authors of Imaging in Erdheim-Chester Disease from RadioGraphics. In this episode, they discuss the key imaging findings, differential diagnoses, and the crucial role radiologists play in diagnosing and managing this rare multisystemic histiocytic neoplasm. Imaging in Erdheim-Chester Disease. Aswani et al. RadioGraphics 2024; 44(9):e240011



