RadioGraphics Podcast | RSNA

In this episode, host Dr. Jamie Clarke explores the invisible barriers that limit medical student access to radiology mentorship, drawing from her Radiographics publication and firsthand experience. She breaks down systemic challenges from both trainee and faculty perspectives while offering practical strategies to build more accessible and meaningful mentorship pathways.
The Invisible Brick Wall: Barriers in Medical Student Radiology Mentorship. Clarke et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(8):e240262

Hosted by Dr. Alyson Stacks Carraway, this episode explores how optimizing the radiology readout can significantly enhance trainee education and patient care. It highlights three core strategies: shifting to patient-centered discussions, tailoring readouts to trainee level with case ownership, and fostering a departmental culture that prioritizes teaching.
Optimizing the Radiology Readout Experience. Mashayekhi et al. RadioGraphics 2024; 44(12):e240141

Dr. Jonathan Revels and Dr. Jennifer Weaver speak with guests Dr. Rachel Bass and Dr. Steven Rothenberg about their innovative use of pulse surveys to improve communication, engagement, and wellness within large radiology departments. Together, they explore how small, frequent feedback habits can shape culture, strengthen leadership transparency, and drive meaningful departmental change.
Quality Improvement Report: PulseSurveys for Departmental Engagement—Finding the Pebble in Your Shoe. Bass and Smith et al. RadioGraphics 2026; 46(2):e250080.

Dr. Agustín Marrero explores the anatomy, mechanisms, and imaging characteristics of hamstring injuries, highlighting how MRI and ultrasound findings guide diagnosis, prognosis, and return-to-play decisions. Drawing on his team's research, he emphasizes the importance of precise localization of myotendinous injuries to optimize treatment strategies and reduce the risk of reinjury in athletes.
MRI and US in Hamstring SportsInjury Assessment: Anatomy, Imaging Findings,and Mechanisms of Injury. Marrero et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(5):e240061

Dr. Brandy Griffith and Dr. Mitva Patel discuss how to apply the ACR BI-RADS contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM) lexicon in clinical practice, highlighting practical strategies for interpreting low-energy and recombined images. They review key terminology, management pitfalls, and emerging evidence to help radiologists confidently adopt CEM while understanding its limitations and impact on patient care.
Applying the Contrast-enhanced Mammography BI-RADS Lexicon to Clinical Practice. Griffith et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(11):e240136.