AJR Podcasts

Full article: Digital Mammography, Tomosynthesis, and Contrast-Enhanced Mammography: Intraindividual Comparison of Mean Glandular Dose for Screening Examinations Charisma DeSai, MD, and Olena Weaver, MD, discuss a recently published AJR article on radiation dose associated with contrast-enhanced mammography in the context of supplemental screening modalities for dense breasts.

Delve into the intriguing world of non-mass lesions on breast ultrasound. The discussion sheds light on the diagnostic challenges these lesions present, emphasizing the need for standardized interpretation. Key findings about inter-reader agreement reveal how varied the assessments can be. Insights into imaging features linked to malignancy underscore the crucial role of accurate identification in clinical practice.

In this insightful conversation, Keith Herr, a radiologist and leading voice in the psychosocial aspects of radiology, discusses the emotional toll of medical errors on practitioners. He introduces the 'second victim' phenomenon, highlighting feelings of guilt and shame experienced by radiologists. Herr emphasizes the importance of resilience and supportive workplace cultures that encourage open discussions about errors. He also shares effective coping strategies to transform mistakes into opportunities for professional growth.

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Sustainability, Sean Woolen, MD, MS, speaks with Reed Omary, MD, MS, and Elizabeth Schumacher, JD, about the role of patient preferences in sustainable healthcare. They explore how patient insights can shape radiology practices and promote environmentally responsible medicine moving forward. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32611

In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Carmen Alvarez and Stacy Smith, MD, join host Monica Cheng, MD, to discuss evidence-based wellness initiatives that create a supportive workplace environment, fostering mindfulness and resilience while reducing burnout, to enhance overall well-being of radiology trainees and faculty. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32623

Full article: Access to Breast Cancer Screening: Disparities and Determinants—AJR Expert Panel Narrative Review In this AJR Conversation, Breast Imaging Section Editor Wei Yang, MD speaks with Anand Narayan, MD, PhD, FSBI, about his team's recently published article analyzing persistent inequities in screening, focusing on race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, disabilities, health insurance, and geography.

Sherry Wang, MBBS, discusses the freedom in letting go, which will increase your wellness and wellbeing. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.24.32580

Full article: LI-RADS Nonradiation Treatment Response Algorithm Version 2024: Diagnostic Performance and Impact of Ancillary Features Aisha Alam, DO, discusses the AJR article by Zhou et al. evaluating the diagnostic performance of LI-RADS Nonradiation Treatment Response Algorithm version 2024, with attention to the ancillary features.

Full article: Automated Breast Ultrasound With Remote Reading for Primary Breast Cancer Screening: A Prospective Study Involving 46 Community Health Centers in China Antonino Andrea Blandino, MD, discusses the AJR article by Dang et al. evaluating the use of automated breast ultrasound with remote reading for breast cancer screening.

Jonathan Mezrich, an emergency radiologist and associate professor at Yale with expertise in medical legal issues, joins Francis Deng in a riveting discussion on communication in radiology. They delve into how communication failures can spark legal troubles, especially in malpractice cases. The evolving standards and guidelines set by the ACR are explored, as well as the pitfalls of digital communication. Additionally, they consider the transformational impact of direct communication with patients under the 21st Century Cures Act, emphasizing clarity and engagement to mitigate risks.