Miscellaneous Q&A Review Part 1

Bonus Book Review: Why How to Be a More Efficient Radiologist Belongs on Your ShelfHost: Matt Covington, MD Twitter: @mfcovington @radrevpodcastEpisode Type: Bonus ReviewIn radiology, efficiency is everything.In this episode, Dr. Matt Covington dives into How to Be a More Efficient Radiologist: A Guide to Practice, Reporting, and Workflow Optimization by Long H. Tu, MD, PhD, and collaborators. If you’ve ever felt stuck in slow, clunky workflows or wondered how to get home by 5 without compromising quality, this book may be the best $20 (on Amazon at time of episode posting) you’ll spend this year.Whether you're a radiology resident learning the ropes, a seasoned attending looking for marginal gains, or a program director building a curriculum—this book delivers practical tools to help you thrive, not just survive.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why technical skill is only the starting point—and how efficiency is what separates great radiologistsReal-world upgrades for PACS navigation, dictation habits, and workstation ergonomicsHidden tools (AutoHotKey, structured search patterns, macro optimization) that can shave time off each studyHow this book can change your daily life in the reading room💡 Why This Book Matters:Covers workflow strategies that actually save time without sacrificing qualityHelps residents avoid years of trial-and-error learningOffers tips that even senior radiologists may not know (or forgot)Especially valuable for Visage PACS users, but applicable across platformsNot a casebook—it’s a guide to how to work, not just what to readPurchase the book by clicking here (affiliate link)Check out The Radiology Review Gear Guide by clicking here. Mentioned in this episode:Board VitalsRadiology residents—get ready for the ABR CORE Exam with BoardVitals! Access over 1,300 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and adaptive learning. Study anytime with the mobile app, customize by subject, and track progress. Plus, a 100% pass guarantee! Start your free trial at BoardVitals.com and use code RADREVIEW for 10% off Radiology question banks. VradJul2025BoardPrepConfRegister now for the free Imaging Jeopardy Board Review Course on August 27—a lively, case-based prep for the ABR Certifying Exam, that past participants call “fun and high yield.” Led by vRad CMO, Dr. Ben Strong, you’ll work through 108 cases across 27 categories in a game-show style format. Plus, win prizes including a trip to the 2026 Practical Radiology CME Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This is serious board prep in a fun format. Visit http://vrad.com/boardreview to learn more.

🎧 Pancreatitis Review for the Radiology BoardsGet up to speed on key imaging findings, diagnostic criteria, and complications of pancreatitis—essential knowledge for radiology board exams. Download your free study guide at www.theradiologyreview.com and take the next step toward success. Prepare to succeed!Mentioned in this episode:Board VitalsRadiology residents—get ready for the ABR CORE Exam with BoardVitals! Access over 1,300 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and adaptive learning. Study anytime with the mobile app, customize by subject, and track progress. Plus, a 100% pass guarantee! Start your free trial at BoardVitals.com and use code RADREVIEW for 10% off Radiology question banks. VradJul2025BoardPrepConfRegister now for the free Imaging Jeopardy Board Review Course on August 27—a lively, case-based prep for the ABR Certifying Exam, that past participants call “fun and high yield.” Led by vRad CMO, Dr. Ben Strong, you’ll work through 108 cases across 27 categories in a game-show style format. Plus, win prizes including a trip to the 2026 Practical Radiology CME Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This is serious board prep in a fun format. Visit http://vrad.com/boardreview to learn more.

Review of acute renal imaging for radiology board review. Download the free study guide on this and other free educational episodes at theradiologyreview.com. Prepare to succeed!Mentioned in this episode:Board VitalsRadiology residents—get ready for the ABR CORE Exam with BoardVitals! Access over 1,300 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and adaptive learning. Study anytime with the mobile app, customize by subject, and track progress. Plus, a 100% pass guarantee! Start your free trial at BoardVitals.com and use code RADREVIEW for 10% off Radiology question banks. VradJul2025BoardPrepConfRegister now for the free Imaging Jeopardy Board Review Course on August 27—a lively, case-based prep for the ABR Certifying Exam, that past participants call “fun and high yield.” Led by vRad CMO, Dr. Ben Strong, you’ll work through 108 cases across 27 categories in a game-show style format. Plus, win prizes including a trip to the 2026 Practical Radiology CME Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This is serious board prep in a fun format. Visit http://vrad.com/boardreview to learn more.

Review of spinal fractures for radiology board review. Check out the free study guides and other helpful content at theradiologyreview.com. Prepare to succeed!Mentioned in this episode:Board VitalsRadiology residents—get ready for the ABR CORE Exam with BoardVitals! Access over 1,300 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and adaptive learning. Study anytime with the mobile app, customize by subject, and track progress. Plus, a 100% pass guarantee! Start your free trial at BoardVitals.com and use code RADREVIEW for 10% off Radiology question banks. VradJul2025BoardPrepConfRegister now for the free Imaging Jeopardy Board Review Course on August 27—a lively, case-based prep for the ABR Certifying Exam, that past participants call “fun and high yield.” Led by vRad CMO, Dr. Ben Strong, you’ll work through 108 cases across 27 categories in a game-show style format. Plus, win prizes including a trip to the 2026 Practical Radiology CME Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This is serious board prep in a fun format. Visit http://vrad.com/boardreview to learn more.

Part 2 of my review of aortic imaging for radiology board exams. Download the free study guide and check out other helpful content at theradiologyreview.com. Prepare to succeed!Mentioned in this episode:Board VitalsRadiology residents—get ready for the ABR CORE Exam with BoardVitals! Access over 1,300 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and adaptive learning. Study anytime with the mobile app, customize by subject, and track progress. Plus, a 100% pass guarantee! Start your free trial at BoardVitals.com and use code RADREVIEW for 10% off Radiology question banks. VradJul2025BoardPrepConfRegister now for the free Imaging Jeopardy Board Review Course on August 27—a lively, case-based prep for the ABR Certifying Exam, that past participants call “fun and high yield.” Led by vRad CMO, Dr. Ben Strong, you’ll work through 108 cases across 27 categories in a game-show style format. Plus, win prizes including a trip to the 2026 Practical Radiology CME Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This is serious board prep in a fun format. Visit http://vrad.com/boardreview to learn more.

Part 1 of my review of imaging findings of the aorta for radiology board review. Check out the free study guide at www.theradiologyreview.com. Prepare to succeed!Mentioned in this episode:Board VitalsRadiology residents—get ready for the ABR CORE Exam with BoardVitals! Access over 1,300 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and adaptive learning. Study anytime with the mobile app, customize by subject, and track progress. Plus, a 100% pass guarantee! Start your free trial at BoardVitals.com and use code RADREVIEW for 10% off Radiology question banks. VradJul2025BoardPrepConfRegister now for the free Imaging Jeopardy Board Review Course on August 27—a lively, case-based prep for the ABR Certifying Exam, that past participants call “fun and high yield.” Led by vRad CMO, Dr. Ben Strong, you’ll work through 108 cases across 27 categories in a game-show style format. Plus, win prizes including a trip to the 2026 Practical Radiology CME Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This is serious board prep in a fun format. Visit http://vrad.com/boardreview to learn more.

Review of the gallbladder and biliary tree for radiology board exams. Download the free study guide and access other radiology educational resources at www.theradiologyreview.com. Prepare to succeed! Mentioned in this episode:Board VitalsRadiology residents—get ready for the ABR CORE Exam with BoardVitals! Access over 1,300 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and adaptive learning. Study anytime with the mobile app, customize by subject, and track progress. Plus, a 100% pass guarantee! Start your free trial at BoardVitals.com and use code RADREVIEW for 10% off Radiology question banks. VradJul2025BoardPrepConfRegister now for the free Imaging Jeopardy Board Review Course on August 27—a lively, case-based prep for the ABR Certifying Exam, that past participants call “fun and high yield.” Led by vRad CMO, Dr. Ben Strong, you’ll work through 108 cases across 27 categories in a game-show style format. Plus, win prizes including a trip to the 2026 Practical Radiology CME Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This is serious board prep in a fun format. Visit http://vrad.com/boardreview to learn more.

Review of the gallbladder and biliary tree for radiology board exams. Download the free study guide and access other radiology educational resources at www.theradiologyreview.com. Prepare to succeed!Mentioned in this episode:Board VitalsRadiology residents—get ready for the ABR CORE Exam with BoardVitals! Access over 1,300 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and adaptive learning. Study anytime with the mobile app, customize by subject, and track progress. Plus, a 100% pass guarantee! Start your free trial at BoardVitals.com and use code RADREVIEW for 10% off Radiology question banks. VradJul2025BoardPrepConfRegister now for the free Imaging Jeopardy Board Review Course on August 27—a lively, case-based prep for the ABR Certifying Exam, that past participants call “fun and high yield.” Led by vRad CMO, Dr. Ben Strong, you’ll work through 108 cases across 27 categories in a game-show style format. Plus, win prizes including a trip to the 2026 Practical Radiology CME Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This is serious board prep in a fun format. Visit http://vrad.com/boardreview to learn more.

Review of small bowel obstruction for radiology board review.  Download the free study guide on this episode and access other educational materials at theradiologyreview.com. Prepare to succeed! Mentioned in this episode:VradJul2025BoardPrepConfRegister now for the free Imaging Jeopardy Board Review Course on August 27—a lively, case-based prep for the ABR Certifying Exam, that past participants call “fun and high yield.” Led by vRad CMO, Dr. Ben Strong, you’ll work through 108 cases across 27 categories in a game-show style format. Plus, win prizes including a trip to the 2026 Practical Radiology CME Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This is serious board prep in a fun format. Visit http://vrad.com/boardreview to learn more.Board VitalsRadiology residents—get ready for the ABR CORE Exam with BoardVitals! Access over 1,300 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and adaptive learning. Study anytime with the mobile app, customize by subject, and track progress. Plus, a 100% pass guarantee! Start your free trial at BoardVitals.com and use code RADREVIEW for 10% off Radiology question banks.

Summary of ectopic pregnancy for radiology board review.  Download the free study guide and access other helpful resources at www.theradiologyreview.com.  Prepare to succeed!Mentioned in this episode:Board VitalsRadiology residents—get ready for the ABR CORE Exam with BoardVitals! Access over 1,300 high-yield questions, detailed explanations, and adaptive learning. Study anytime with the mobile app, customize by subject, and track progress. Plus, a 100% pass guarantee! Start your free trial at BoardVitals.com and use code RADREVIEW for 10% off Radiology question banks. VradJul2025BoardPrepConfRegister now for the free Imaging Jeopardy Board Review Course on August 27—a lively, case-based prep for the ABR Certifying Exam, that past participants call “fun and high yield.” Led by vRad CMO, Dr. Ben Strong, you’ll work through 108 cases across 27 categories in a game-show style format. Plus, win prizes including a trip to the 2026 Practical Radiology CME Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida. This is serious board prep in a fun format. Visit http://vrad.com/boardreview to learn more.