Breaking Bad News

In this episode of the RadioGraphics Podcast, host Dr. Katie Traylor sits down with Dr. Lea Alhilali, Dr. Amy Kelly, Dr. Alexis Salsbury, and Dr. Aneta Kowalski to discuss the return of the American Board of Radiology oral certification examination and what it means for radiology education and training. Together, they explore how the shift away from a purely multiple choice format may reshape resident preparation, teaching strategies, clinical reasoning, communication skills, and the future of radiology certification. Radiology Board Examinations: A Fundamental Shift. Traylor et al. RadioGraphics 2026; 46(8):e250209. 

This episode explores the pediatric sacroiliac joint, highlighting the developmental changes and normal imaging findings that can mimic disease on MRI. Dr. Adham do Amaral e Castro, Dr. Daisy Terumi Kase, and Dr. Lucas Kenzo Miyahara discuss practical strategies for distinguishing normal skeletal maturation from inflammatory and infectious sacroiliac disorders in children. Pediatric Sacroiliac Joint: Normal Development and Pathologic Disorders. Kase et al. RadioGraphics 2026; 46(7):e250091. 

Dr. Maya Patel and Dr. Tetyana Gorbachova explore key vascular variants of the upper and lower extremities that radiologists may encounter on routine musculoskeletal imaging, highlighting how to recognize them and understand their clinical significance. They discuss the surgical implications of variants such as the persistent median artery, corona mortis, persistent sciatic artery, and aberrant anterior tibial artery, emphasizing how accurate identification can help prevent serious complications including neuropathy, hemorrhage, limb ischemia, and amputation. Charting Variant Vascular Pathways in Musculoskeletal Imaging: Clinical and Surgical Implications. Patel et al. RadioGraphics 2026; 46(3):e250073. 

Dr. Sepideh Abdi reviews the key imaging features of premalignant bone and soft-tissue conditions, highlighting how radiologists can recognize early signs of malignant transformation in benign tumors and chronically injured tissues. From osteochondromas and enchondromas to neurofibromas, atypical lipomatous tumors, and radiation-induced sarcomas, this episode provides practical takeaways for identifying imaging findings that warrant  closer evaluation and intervention. Imaging of Premalignant Conditions ofBone and Soft Tissue. Abdi et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(8):e240172.   

Host Maja Nikolic is joined by Dr. Eric Therasse and Dr. Marin Halut to explore pulmonary arteriovenous malformations and why these seemingly small vascular abnormalities can lead to serious neurologic complications. Together, they discuss the connection to hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia, key imaging findings, embolization techniques, treatment strategies, and practical tips for achieving successful patient outcomes.   Interventional Management of Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformations: Imaging Primer. Halut et al. RadioGraphics 2026; 46(1):e250041. 

In this episode of the RSNA RadioGraphics team podcast mini-series, Dr. Jason Cai interviews our guest, Dr. Laura Oleaga, a neuroradiologist at the Hospital Clinic Barcelona, about her insights on the rewards and challenges of an academic radiology path. She discusses the key responsibilities, necessary skills, and mindsets, as well as tips for finding the right mentors. Whether you're interested in education, research, or leadership roles, Dr. Oleaga provides valuable guidance to help trainees make an informed decision about their future career direction.

In this episode, Dr. Natália Orthmann, Dr. Lídia Rodrigues, Dr. Erica Endo, Dr. Natalia Lima, Dr. Vera Ferreira, and Dr. Carlos Shimizu explore the challenges of delivering difficult news in radiology. They share the RAD News framework, offering practical strategies to communicate with clarity, empathy, and confidence in life-changing moments. Breaking Bad News: A Communication Protocol for Radiologists. Orthmann et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(7):e240111. 

Dr. Clint Sliker breaks down the critical imaging findings of cardiac and non-thoracic vascular trauma, highlighting how these rare but life-threatening injuries appear on CT. He shares practical insights to help radiologists recognize subtle signs, choose the right protocols, and maintain a high index of suspicion in high-stakes trauma cases. Imaging of Cardiac and NonaorticThoracic Vascular Trauma. Costenbader and Beheshtian et al. RadioGraphics 2026; 46(2):e250097. 

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