Better Radiology Readouts

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.

Dr. Sudeep Soni explores the evolving role of dual–contrast agent liver MRI for improved characterization of focal liver lesions when single-agent protocols are limited. The episode breaks down how sequential use of extracellular and hepatobiliary contrast agents enhances diagnostic confidence, reduces uncertainty, and supports more informed patient care decisions. Dual–Contrast Agent Liver MRI for Liver Lesion Characterization. Shetty et al. RadioGraphics 2026; 46(1):e250113. 

*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:cb873ddc-a8e3-42d6-a72e-1cd09680b673-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> Dr. Jonathan Revels and Dr. Jennifer Weaver are joined by Dr. Kate Klein to discuss why radiology is a uniquely vulnerable setting for trauma-informed, patient-centered care. The conversation explores common triggers during imaging, practical language and workflow changes, and how small, intentional shifts in culture and communication can meaningfully improve patient safety, trust, and emotional well-being. Patient-centered Radiology: Implementing a Trauma-informed Care Framework. Torres et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(12):e250032.       

*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:4700f732-7301-4d4a-a7e6-43315f6dd611-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> This episode, recorded at RSNA 2025, features Drs. Vera Sorin, Nicole Dittrich, and Shehbaz Ansari discussing their RadioGraphics editorial First Steps in Radiology Research and offering practical guidance on how trainees or early-career radiologists can get started in research. The conversation highlights the importance of mentorship, teamwork, starting small, and avoiding common pitfalls while emphasizing that research is a learned skill accessible to anyone willing to take the first step. First Steps in Radiology Research: Guide for Radiology Trainees. Sorin et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(11):e240268.   

*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:e5fd8283-e54f-448f-b002-d3203624b2a4-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> Dr. Venkata Katabathina breaks down the newly adopted MASLD nomenclature and its implications for diagnosing and managing metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease. He highlights updated AASLD guidelines, the expanding role of advanced imaging, and how radiologists are central to early detection, treatment selection, and longitudinal disease monitoring. Current Update on Nomenclature, Diagnosis,and Management of Metabolic Dysfunction–associated Steatotic Liver Disease:Radiologists' Perspective. Osta et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(12):e240221.   

Dr. Mary-Louise Greer and Dr. Caroline Rutten explore 23 years of data on pediatric playground trauma, highlighting clear injury patterns, the unique features of the growing skeleton, and the diagnostic pitfalls radiologists must watch for. They discuss why equipment like monkey bars contributes so disproportionately to upper-extremity fractures and share practical insights to improve confidence in interpreting these cases. Pediatric Playground Trauma.  Rutten et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(11):e250078.

Dr. Refky Nicola speaks with Dr. Sudhakar Venkatesh from Mayo Clinic about the imaging manifestations of alcohol use disorder and its widespread impact on the brain, liver, heart, lungs, and musculoskeletal system. The discussion highlights key radiologic findings, from Wernicke's encephalopathy to hepatic fibrosis, and explores how advanced MRI techniques aid in diagnosis and management. Imaging Manifestations of AlcoholUse–associated Disorders and Diseases. Venkatesh et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(7):e240189.