AJR Podcasts

Radiology Trailblazers is a new AJR podcast spotlighting the bold ideas, breakthrough innovations, and transformative mindsets shaping the future of radiology. Hosted by best friends and academic radiologists Lindsey Negrete, MD (Stanford University), and Amy Maduram, MD (Northwestern University), this monthly series dives into what it really takes to lead and innovate in the field, whether it’s pioneering new techniques, challenging the status quo, or learning from the giants who came before us.

Raisa Amiruddin, MBBS, brings to you a brand-new podcast series delving into the fascinating world of pediatric imaging to empower radiologists everywhere to provide the best possible care for our youngest patients. 

From Training to Practice is a monthly podcast that explores the often-overlooked, high-stakes transition from radiology trainee to new attending. Hosted by Dr. Surbhi Raichandani, an abdominal radiologist at Emory University, this 12-part series blends personal reflection with honest conversations featuring radiologists, physicians, and healthcare experts who have lived it. Each episode tackles a real challenge faced in the first year of independent practice—whether it’s building confidence, navigating new systems and expectations, staying efficient without burning out, or figuring out how to lead when you still feel like you’re learning. This podcast is designed for early-career radiologists, fellows approaching graduation, and anyone who remembers what that leap felt like.

Curious about where a radiology career can take you? Sid Dogra, MD, introduces Career Pivots, a new AJR podcast series, and shares what inspired the series, the kinds of guests you’ll hear from, and what you can expect to learn.

Full article: Defining Reference Values for Skeletal Muscle Metrics on Abdominal CT Using Data From Healthy Young Adult Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Pranjal Rai, MD, discusses the AJR article by Ju et al. that seeks to define literature-based reference cutoff values for CT skeletal muscle metrics.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Francis Deng, MD, and Saurabh Jha, MD, discuss the complex phenomenon of overdiagnosis in radiology, exploring its population-level recognition, ethical tensions, and the role of radiologists in mitigating harm through reporting practices, societal guidelines, and advocacy. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.33273 

Full article: Attenuation Coefficient for Hepatic Steatosis Using a Single Ultrasound System: Associations of Measurement Parameters With Interoperator Agreement and Diagnostic Performance Morgan McLuckey, MD, discusses the AJR article by Ferraioli et al. exploring attenuation coefficient for hepatic steatosis evaluation using a single ultrasound system.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Umar Mahmood, MD, PhD, joins host Monica Cheng, MD, in a conversation that explores radiology's vital role in a globalized healthcare system, fostering educational exchanges and building bridges through multidisciplinary and international collaboration. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.33244

Full article: Architectural Distortions Detected by Digital Breast Tomosynthesis Alone With No Ultrasound Correlate and Nonmalignant Results on Core Needle Biopsy: Outcomes From an Imaging-Focused Management Strategy Charisma DeSai, MD, discusses a recently published AJR article addressing the management of architectural distortions detected on DBT alone with nonmalignant biopsy results.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Sustainability, Sean Woolen, MD, MS, speaks with Julia Schoen, MD, and Katie Lichter, MD, MPH, about how education empowers clinicians and trainees to lead sustainable change in radiology and radiation oncology through practical tools, strategies, and collaboration. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.33169