Michael Hartung

In this installment, Michael Hartung, an abdominal radiologist and educator, joins the conversation to unpack small bowel obstructions. They share essential tips on CT reporting and the intricacies of recognizing closed-loop obstructions. The dialogue dives into imaging techniques, emphasizing the role of collaboration with surgical teams for accurate diagnoses. Fun anecdotes about cicadas add a light touch as they discuss the challenges of effective radiology reporting, blending humor and education throughout.

Michael Hartung, a radiologist from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, leads Miranda Siemienowicz, a chest radiologist in Melbourne, and Jeffrey Kanne, also from Wisconsin-Madison, in engaging thought exercises to enhance radiology report clarity. They spotlight the importance of precise language and structured reporting to improve communication within medical teams. The discussion includes navigating the term 'normal' in reports and challenges faced by trainees, all while promoting actionable strategies for clearer and more effective radiology reporting.