The Radiopaedia Reading Room Podcast 45. Radiopaedia's origin story with Frank Gaillard
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Apr 15, 2024 Founder of Radiopaedia, Frank Gaillard, shares the platform's origin story, from humble beginnings to 25 million page views a month. Topics include democratization of radiology knowledge, community building, challenges in online advertising, and the future of radiology conferences.
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Radiopaedia's Origin
- Frank Gaillard started Radiopaedia as a procrastination tool while studying for radiology board exams.
- Building a server and putting notes online was his way of avoiding intense study like his wife.
Start Simple
- When starting a project, focus on content creation rather than complex software development.
- Use existing tools to quickly iterate and adapt your initial concept.
Medical Publishing Model
- Medical publishing restricts access to crucial knowledge through high profit margins.
- This model harms colleagues in less resourced areas who need the information most.