The Radiopaedia Reading Room Podcast 73. Radiologist career journeys
Jan 1, 2026
Sally Ayessa, a radiologist who moderated the panel, engages with Rahil Kassamali, an international interventional radiologist, and Warren Clements, a clinician-scientist from Melbourne. They delve into their unique career paths, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance and adaptability in medicine. Rahil shares insights on international fellowships and routines to reclaim personal time, while Warren discusses the value of leadership and using social media for networking. The discussion is an inspiring mix of personal anecdotes and professional advice for aspiring radiologists.
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Pick Roles That Fit Your Life
- When choosing a career move, prioritize clear criteria like climate, lifestyle, and family needs rather than a rigid 10-year plan.
- Rahil Kassamali chose roles that matched his life priorities and found unexpected long-term home in Qatar.
Careers Morph, Don’t Always Follow Plans
- Careers often evolve by ‘morphing’ rather than following a fixed plan; embrace pivots and new interests.
- Warren Clements became a clinician scientist by responding to needs, not by long-term planning.
Guard Your On/Off Boundaries
- Protect boundaries: when off-call, step away and prioritise family and health over non‑patient work politics.
- Warren Clements schedules non‑clinical tasks during work hours and avoids replying immediately to every email.
