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
Hosts Jennifer Weaver and Jonathan Revels explore the game-changing potential of photon-counting CT (PCCT) with experts Dr. Lakshmi Ananthakrishnan and Dr. Fides Schwartz. Recorded at RSNA 2024, this episode covers key advantages, challenges in clinical integration, and its impact on imaging quality. Tune in for practical insights on optimizing PCCT and its future in radiology! Getting Started with Photon-counting CT: Optimizing Your Setup for Success. Schwartz et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(2):e240106.
In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Revels unpacks essential chest radiograph signs, providing practical insights and tips for mastering chest imaging interpretation. Classic Signs on Chest Radiographs:Primer for Residents. Ufuk et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(2):e240155.
Join Dr. Jennifer Weaver and Dr. Jonathan Revels as they discuss the enduring value of upper GI fluoroscopy in modern radiology. Based on Dr. Revels’ Radiographics article, they explore its unique advantages, applications in postoperative care, and tips for teaching and performing these studies effectively in today’s busy practices. Upper Gastrointestinal Fluoroscopic Examination: A Traditional Art Enduring into the 21st Century. Revels et al. RadioGraphics 2022; 42:E152–E153
Dr. Zach Del dives into the key updates to the AAST Organ Injury Scale, breaking down what they mean for trauma grading and patient management. Discover how modern imaging is reshaping care for splenic, liver, and kidney injuries. Grading Abdominal Trauma: Changes in and Implications of the Revised 2018 AAST-OIS for the Spleen, Liver, and Kidney. Dixe de Oliveira Santo et al. RadioGraphics 2023; 43(9):e230040.
Maxine Kresse, MD delves into MR safety for patients with implanted devices, exploring challenges, protocols, and strategies to ensure safe imaging. MRI in Adult Patients with Active and Inactive Implanted MR-conditional, MR-nonconditional,and Other Devices. RadioGraphics 2024; 44(3):e230102.