From Notes to Data: NLP and Transformers in Radiology

Dr. Linda Chu hosts a conversation with Dr. Chiara Bucciarelli-Ducci, Dr. Tim Leiner, and Gwenael Herigault on the latest innovations in cardiac MRI. They discuss how AI-driven workflow automation and helium-free systems are improving access, efficiency, and collaboration between radiologists and cardiologists. The episode also explores how advances in training, technology, and teamwork are enhancing care for cardiovascular patients. Sponsored by Philips Healthcare.

Dr. Linda Chu sits down with Dr. Anjum Ahmed, Chief Medical Officer at AGFA HealthCare, to explore how enterprise imaging is shaping the future of radiology through AI-driven workflows, human-centered design, and personalized patient care. Together, they discuss what "Imaging the Individual" means for radiologists today and what radiology might look like in 2030 and beyond. Sponsored by AGFA HealthCare.

Dr. Jeffrey Klein joins host Dr. Refky Nicola to reflect on his journey from aspiring internist to thoracic radiologist and longtime RSNA leader. He shares lessons from his tenure as Radiographics editor, insights on fostering community at the RSNA annual meeting, and timeless advice for the next generation of radiologists.

Our host, Dr. Celina Nahyun Jo, explores how identifying middle neck lymph node involvement can reshape clinical decision-making for nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Joined by Dr. Heejun Kang, they break down how this imaging finding could refine risk groups and potentially shift treatment intensity for certain patients. MRI-based Middle Neck Involvement in Stage N1–N2 Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma: A Marker for Risk Stratification. Qin and Jiang et al. Radiology 2025; 316(2):e243399. Middle Neck Involvement: New Layer of Risk Stratification in Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma. Jabehdar Maralani and Kang. Radiology 2025; 316(2):e252512.

Host Dr. Reni Butler sits down with outgoing Radiology Editor-in-Chief Dr. Linda Moy for an inspiring conversation about leadership, innovation, and the future of medical imaging. Dr. Moy reflects on her tenure at the journal, the impact of AI on radiology, and her vision for the next era of patient-centered care.  

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Dr. Linda Chu speaks with Dr. Michael Trambert and Florent Saint-Clair about the unique workflow challenges in mammography and breast imaging. They explore clinical hurdles, the promise and pitfalls of AI, and how interoperability solutions can streamline efficiency and improve patient care. Sponsored by Dicom Systems. 

Dr. Linda Chiu unpacks how natural language processing and large language models are transforming radiology, with insights from a review by Dr. Felipe Kitamura and colleagues. From tokenization to transformers, she explores both the promise and challenges of applying these powerful AI tools to clinical practice. Texts Are More than Notes, They Are Data: A Glimpse intoHow Machines Understand Text. Kitamura et al. Radiology 2025; 316(2):e243217.

Dr. Refky Nicola speaks with Dr. Bari Dane, Associate Professor of Radiology at NYU, about the new SAR consensus recommendations for defining small bowel Crohn's disease strictures on CT and MR enterography. They explore updated imaging criteria, the challenges of distinguishing inflammation from fibrosis, and emerging roles for ultrasound and AI in diagnosis and treatment response. SAR Consensus Recommendations for Defining Small BowelCrohn Disease Strictures at CT and MR Enterography. Dane et al. Radiology 2025; 316(1):e243123.

Dr. Lauren Kim speaks with Dr. Anna Rita Larici about the international consensus guidelines for imaging and managing post-COVID-19 residual lung abnormalities. They discuss the importance of standardized definitions, CT imaging protocols, and unified terminology to guide diagnosis and follow-up care for patients with long COVID. Best Practice: International Multisociety Consensus Statement forPost–COVID-19 Residual Abnormalities on Chest CT Scans. Yoon et al. Radiology 2025; 316(1):e243374.