AJR Podcasts

Radiologists are trained to catch every detail, yet as a profession, it's easy to overlook the human struggles happening right in the reading room. Join Surbhi Raichandani, MD and Sherry Wang, MBBS as they introduce a new AJR Podcast Series dedicated to discussions around bullying, power dynamics, financial pressures, and what it takes to survive in this field. There are no scripts and no safe answers, just real stories from the people who have lived them.

Behind every polished CV is a story rarely told aloud. We ask questions trainees and radiologists hesitate to voice—about doubt, ambition, balance, identity, and success—while exploring human interactions that shape careers, often recognized in hindsight. Former program director Glenn Gaviola, MD, speaks with cohosts Winnie Hahn, MD, and Elizabeth Hecht, MD, about feedback challenges and strategies. Listen to their discussion in episode 1 of Mentorship Unfiltered, an AJR Podcast Series.

Behind every polished CV is a story of detours, doubts, and the quiet pivots that change everything. Winnie Hahn, MD and Elizabeth Hecht, MD offer a sneak peek into their new AJR Podcast Series that steps away from the highlight reel to ask the questions medical professionals rarely say out loud. Whether you are dictating your first case, rethinking your career path, or reflecting on decades in the reading room, tune in for the practical wisdom and honest conversations that never make it into the lecture halls.

Full article: Detection of Interstitial Lung Abnormalities on Chest Radiographs: Diagnostic Performance of Radiologists and Artificial Intelligence

Considerable research has shown the importance of interstitial lung abnormalities (ILAs) on chest CT; the potential role of radiography for such findings remains uncertain. Radhika Rajeev, MD, discusses the AJR article by Hwang et al. evaluating the performance of radiologists and an artificial intelligence system for detecting ILAs on chest radiographs.

How does one innovate while still finding their footing as an attending? Shawn Lyo, MD, speaks with host Siddhant Dogra, MD, about building artificial intelligence-driven workflow tools, collaborating with industry, engaging in policy advocacy, and balancing early-career clinical growth with diverse nonclinical pursuits.

Children must feel seen, safe, and supported! Laura Gould, MS, CCLS, joins host, Raisa Amiruddin, MBBS, to discuss the value of soft language, gentle validation, and impacts from giving children a voice in their own care. Discover how simple human connection transforms imaging suites into warm safe spaces for kids.

Have you heard about the Interventional Initiative? Isabel Newton, MD, PhD, joins cohosts Lindsey Negrete, MD, and Amy Maduram, MD, to discuss filmmaking lessons from her experience creating the award-winning docuseries "Without a Scalpel", global partnerships while filming in Tanzania, and fostering patient access for minimally invasive care options.

Full article: Leveraging Fine-Tuned Large Language Models for Interpretable Pancreatic Cystic Lesion Feature Extraction and Risk Categorization

Pancreatic cyst research is challenged by the need for large-scale extraction of cyst features from radiology reports. Antonin Andrea Blandino, MD, discusses the article by Rasromani et al. exploring the use of large language models for this purpose.

How do we teach effectively without sacrificing efficiency or burning out? Scott A Simpson, DO MSEd, speaks with host Surbhi Raichandani, MD, about radiology readout frameworks, formative feedback, workflow-conscious teaching, and preparing trainees for independent practice in modern radiology.