AJR Podcast Series

Curious about the future of radiology economics? Richard E. Heller III, MD, MBA speaks with co-hosts Sherry S. Wang, MBBS, and Surbhi Raichandani, MD, to discuss radiology economics, from the basics to the niche and what is up ahead. Listen to their discussion in episode 2 of Difficult Conversations, an AJR Podcast Series. Full article: https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.26.35690 *Key Takeaways The Efficiency Fallacy: CMS recently implemented a 2.5% efficiency reduction to work relative value units, assuming that technology makes reading scans faster. However, modern multiplanar CTs contain thousands of images which can slow down down interpretation times. The No Surprises Act and Ghost Rates: While designed to protect patients from unexpected out-of-network bills, poor implementation allows insurers to use "ghost rates," which are contracted rates for never-billed services, to artificially lower the Qualifying Payment Amount and force rate reductions on practices. Advocacy is Essential: Radiologists serve as the nexus of the hospital. If the specialty does not demonstrate its downstream value, such as avoiding unnecessary surgeries and shortening hospital stays, business-minded policymakers will continue to treat it as a high-cost expense center to be cut. *Chapters  0:00 - Welcome 1:12 - Future Outlook For Radiology 2:27 -  How Radiologists Generate Revenue 3:09 - RVUs Conversion Factor Basics 4:30 - MIPS And Payment Adjustments 5:59 - Revenue Versus Paycheck 7:22 - Medicare Fee Schedule Trends 8:53 - Efficiency Adjustment Debate 12:50 - How CMS Sets The Rules 14:24 - Comment Letters And Advocacy 17:16 - Medicare As System Benchmark 19:09 - Commercial Insurer Headaches 21:21 - Steerage And Pediatric Risks 22:57 - No Surprises Act Explained 27:59 - Arbitration And Implementation Issues 29:10 - Radiology as Nexus 30:16 - Proving Downstream Value 31:34 - Total Value Equation 33:44 - RVUs and Complexity 36:53 - Fixing Incentives 46:04 - AI as Capacity Booster 49:01 - Will AI Cut Pay 50:12 - Teleradiology Done Right 54:30 - Radiology in 10 Years 57:53 - Optimism and Call to Action Follow AJR on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ajr-radiology/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfFAYezkLMxJGMgIJLN0Dpg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajr_radiology/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajr_radiology X: https://x.com/AJR_Radiology BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajrradiology.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@ajr_radiology *These sections were generated using artificial intelligence (Descript and Google Gemini) and then reviewed for accuracy.

Patient out-of-pocket costs can have implications for care access. Jabre Millon, MD, discusses the AJR article by Billig et al. comparing patient cost-sharing for advanced diagnostic imaging in Medicare Advantage plans between 2018 and 2026. Full article: Patient Cost-Sharing for Advanced Diagnostic Imaging in Medicare Advantage Plans Follow AJR on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ajr-radiology/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfFAYezkLMxJGMgIJLN0Dpg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajr_radiology/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajr_radiology X: https://x.com/AJR_Radiology BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajrradiology.bsky.social

What is the current role of imaging in screening for fibrosis in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)? Gastrointestinal Imaging Senior Editor Federica Vernuccio, MD, PhD, speaks with Claude Sirlin, MD, about his team's review on evidence-based screening strategies, quantitative imaging techniques, and emerging developments shaping the future of fibrosis assessment in MASLD. Full article: Screening for Fibrosis in Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease: Evidence, Challenges, and the Role of Imaging—From the AJR Special Series on Screening Key Takeaways Patients with MASLD are at increased risk for cardiometabolic conditions: For most patients with MASLD, these conditions will have the most important impact on their health and well-being. Patients with MASLD face severe complications: These patients need to be identified through screening for referral and individualized treatment. Radiologists should understand their role is growing: As MASLD becomes more prevalent, radiologists will play an increasingly important role in interpretation, characterization, and management of this disease. *Chapters 00:00 - Welcome 00:46 - Why Fibrosis Matters 04:48 - Who to Screen 06:37 - Two Step Screening 09:07 - Choosing Imaging Tools 16:12 - Reporting and Cutoffs 19:18 - Future Innovations Ahead 22:35 - Key Takeaways 24:54 - Closing Thanks Follow AJR on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ajr-radiology/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfFAYezkLMxJGMgIJLN0Dpg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajr_radiology/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajr_radiology X: https://x.com/AJR_Radiology BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajrradiology.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@ajr_radiology *This section was generated using artificial intelligence (Descript) and then reviewed for accuracy.

Completing a fellowship was once not a question in radiology, but today's market has changed the hiring landscape. Bruce Distell, MD, a radiology department chair, speaks with cohosts Elizabeth Hecht, MD, and Winnie Hahn, MD, about why we do fellowships and if we need them today given market demands and looming future of artificial intelligence. Listen to their discussion in episode 2 of Mentorship Unfiltered, an AJR Podcast Series. https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.26.35664 *Key Takeaways The Value of Fellowship: An extra year of training provides protected time to develop deep clinical expertise and signals a commitment to continuous education, which remains highly attractive to large practices.   AI and the Future of Radiology: Despite trainee fears of artificial intelligence eliminating jobs, human oversight will remain essential. Highly specialized expertise secures the radiologist's role as the indispensable pilot of patient care.   Lifelong Learning vs. Formal Training: Dedicated fellowship training demonstrates a commitment to clinical expertise, empowering radiologists to lead rather than be replaced in an AI-driven field. However, straight-to-practice routes can also succeed through dedicated, lifelong education. *Chapters 0:00 - Introduction 0:52 - The Existential Choice 1:52 - Pros and cons breakdown 3:20 - Hosts share their paths 4:49 - Meet Bruce Distell 11:04 - Endorsing Fellowships 12:29 - Inside a Modern Practice 16:28 - Training Beyond Fellowship 18:51 - AI and Future Expertise 21:46 - Speed vs Accuracy Debate 25:30 - Hiring What Matters Most 29:51  - Marketability and Mobility 36:38 - Private Equity Pressures 44:00 - Is Fellowship Worth It 47:51 - Advice for Those Considering Fellowship 49:37 - Final Takeaways Follow AJR on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ajr-radiology/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfFAYezkLMxJGMgIJLN0Dpg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajr_radiology/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajr_radiology X: https://x.com/AJR_Radiology BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajrradiology.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@ajr_radiology *These sections were generated using artificial intelligence (Descript and Google Gemini) and then reviewed for accuracy.

Have you observed an asymmetric feeding artery on prostate MRI? Alan Gao, MD, discusses the study by Zeynep et al. exploring the finding's potential role in detecting clinically significant cancer. Full article: Prostate Feeding Artery on MRI: Association With Clinically Significant Prostate Cancer Follow AJR on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ajr-radiology/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfFAYezkLMxJGMgIJLN0Dpg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajr_radiology/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajr_radiology X: https://x.com/AJR_Radiology BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajrradiology.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@ajr_radiology

What is new in BI-RADS v2025? Breast Imaging Senior Editor Wei Yang, MD, speaks with Paola Minichetti, MD, and Lorenzo Cereser, MD, regarding their team's article that provides a review of the new version, highlighting key implications for daily breast imaging practice. *Key Moments 00:00 - Welcome and Introductions 01:08 - BI-RADS 2025 Evolution 02:56 - Harmonization and Context 06:06 - BI-RADS in the AI Era 08:23 - AI Examples and Data Quality 11:20 - Department Adoption Strategy 14:30 - What's Missing Next 15:20 - Future Risk Stratification 17:17 - Management and Interventions 20:22 - Final Takeaways and Thanks Follow AJR on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ajr-radiology/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfFAYezkLMxJGMgIJLN0Dpg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajr_radiology/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajr_radiology X: https://x.com/AJR_Radiology BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajrradiology.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@ajr_radiology *The Key Moments section was generated using artificial intelligence (Google Gemini) and then reviewed for accuracy.

A good research idea is not always a good research question. Bruno Hochhegger, MD, PhD, speaks with host Amit Gupta, MD, about choosing research questions that are clinically relevant, feasible, and worth pursuing in real-world settings. Listen to their discussion in episode 1 of The Early Career Researcher's Playbook, an AJR Podcast Series. Full article: https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.26.35586 *Key Takeaways Defining Clinical Relevance: A strong research question must answer a direct patient management issue, such as determining if a nodule is benign or malignant. The Feasibility and Sustainability Matrix: Moving from simple case reports to professional science requires navigating EMRs, securing IRB authorizations, and finding reliable grant funding. The AI Implementation Trap: While building artificial intelligence models on GitHub has become more accessible, adequately validating these tools for real-world clinical practice remains a massive, frequently underestimated hurdle. Multidisciplinary Research Networks: True feasibility requires nonmedical input; successful projects demand early feedback from IT departments, technologists, and referring surgeons to ensure workflows survive reality. *Key Moments 00:00 Intro and Welcome 01:18 The Importance of Small Steps: Lessons from a Failed MRI Lung Cancer Screening Trial. 04:30 Defining Clinical Relevance and the Crucial Role of the Physician-Researcher. 07:47 Assessing Feasibility: Navigating EMRs, IRB Approvals, and Data Access. 08:45 Research Sustainability: Securing Grants and Transitioning from Voluntary to Professional Science. 10:50 The AI Feasibility Trap: Why Validating Models is Harder Than Coding on GitHub. 16:08 Identifying the Key Indication: Solving Direct Patient Management Questions. 21:51 Beyond Mentorship: Building a Network Across IT, Technologists, and Referring Clinicians. 28:51 Establishing Niche Expertise: Strategic Advice for Radiology Residents and Fellows Follow AJR on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ajr-radiology/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfFAYezkLMxJGMgIJLN0Dpg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajr_radiology/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajr_radiology X: https://x.com/AJR_Radiology BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajrradiology.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@ajr_radiology *These portions of the page were generated using artificial intelligence (Google Gemini) and then reviewed for accuracy.

Full article: Attenuation- and Entropy-Based Habitat Imaging for High-Risk Features in Lung Adenocarcinoma Presenting as a Part-Solid Nodule on CT: A Multicenter Study Can habitat imaging guide lung nodule evaluation? Osvaldo Berlina, MD, discusses this article by Li et al. that uses habitat imaging based on attenuation and entropy values to predict high-risk features in lung cancer presenting as a part-solid nodule.

Building a meaningful research career alongside a busy clinical schedule is no easy task. In this new AJR Podcast Series, Amit Gupta demystifies the process. Join us for monthly episodes featuring leading voices in radiology research, sharing wisdom on everything from selecting strong questions and navigating data ethics to establishing your unique research identity. 

Can radiology procedures in human medicine be adapted for animal patients? Chris Thomson, DVM, DACVS-SA, ACVS Fellow-Surgical Oncology, speaks with co-hosts Lindsey Negrete, MD, and Amy Maduram, MD, about the rapidly evolving field of veterinary interventional radiology and contributions to medical research. Listen to their discussion in episode 1 of Extreme Radiology, an AJR Podcast Series. 

Curious about the incredible reach of radiology and pioneering practices changing the game? Join co-hosts Lindsey Negrete, MD, from Stanford University, and Amy Maduram, MD, from Northwestern University. Through dynamic conversation, we explore the most unusual, groundbreaking, and radical applications of medical imaging. Listen to their discussion in Extreme Radiology, an AJR Podcast Series. 

As radiologists, we work in dark rooms, but some shadows have nothing to do with the monitors. Cohosts Sherry S. Wang, MBBS, and Surbhi Raichandani, MD, illuminate bullying, gossip, and incivility in radiology and the small brave moves that build healthier cultures. Listen to their discussion in episode 1 of Difficult Conversations, an AJR Podcast Series.

Full article: Real-World Single-Reading Screening Mammography Performance When Using an FDA-Approved Artificial Intelligence Tool Current literature on mammography artificial intelligence (AI) tools have limited generalizability across practice settings. Dora Chen, MD, discusses the article by Ambinder et al. exploring the performance of a screening mammography AI tool when applied in a single-reading U.S. center.

Radiologists are trained to catch every detail, yet as a profession, it's easy to overlook the human struggles happening right in the reading room. Join Surbhi Raichandani, MD and Sherry Wang, MBBS as they introduce a new AJR Podcast Series dedicated to discussions around bullying, power dynamics, financial pressures, and what it takes to survive in this field. There are no scripts and no safe answers, just real stories from the people who have lived them.

Behind every polished CV is a story rarely told aloud. We ask questions trainees and radiologists hesitate to voice—about doubt, ambition, balance, identity, and success—while exploring human interactions that shape careers, often recognized in hindsight. Former program director Glenn Gaviola, MD, speaks with cohosts Winnie Hahn, MD, and Elizabeth Hecht, MD, about feedback challenges and strategies. Listen to their discussion in episode 1 of Mentorship Unfiltered, an AJR Podcast Series.

Behind every polished CV is a story of detours, doubts, and the quiet pivots that change everything. Winnie Hahn, MD and Elizabeth Hecht, MD offer a sneak peek into their new AJR Podcast Series that steps away from the highlight reel to ask the questions medical professionals rarely say out loud. Whether you are dictating your first case, rethinking your career path, or reflecting on decades in the reading room, tune in for the practical wisdom and honest conversations that never make it into the lecture halls.

What is new in the imaging evaluation of mesenteric ischemia in 2026? Gastrointestinal Imaging Senior Editor Federica Venuccio MD, PhD, speaks with Maxime Ronot, MD, PhD, regarding his team's article that provides an update and practical guidance on this evolving topic.

Full article: Detection of Interstitial Lung Abnormalities on Chest Radiographs: Diagnostic Performance of Radiologists and Artificial Intelligence Considerable research has shown the importance of interstitial lung abnormalities (ILAs) on chest CT; the potential role of radiography for such findings remains uncertain. Radhika Rajeev, MD, discusses the AJR article by Hwang et al. evaluating the performance of radiologists and an artificial intelligence system for detecting ILAs on chest radiographs.

How does one innovate while still finding their footing as an attending? Shawn Lyo, MD, speaks with host Siddhant Dogra, MD, about building artificial intelligence-driven workflow tools, collaborating with industry, engaging in policy advocacy, and balancing early-career clinical growth with diverse nonclinical pursuits.

Children need to feel seen, safe, and supported! Laura Gould BS CCLS joins host, Raisa Amiruddin MBBS, to discuss the value of soft language, gentle validation, and the impact of giving children a voice in their own care. Discover how simple human connection can transform imaging suites into warm, safe spaces for kids. 

Have you heard about the Interventional Initiative? Isabel Newton, MD, PhD, joins cohosts Lindsey Negrete, MD, and Amy Maduram, MD, to discuss filmmaking lessons from her experience creating the award-winning docuseries "Without a Scalpel", global partnerships while filming in Tanzania, and fostering patient access for minimally invasive care options. 

Full article: Leveraging Fine-Tuned Large Language Models for Interpretable Pancreatic Cystic Lesion Feature Extraction and Risk Categorization Pancreatic cyst research is challenged by the need for large-scale extraction of cyst features from radiology reports. Antonin Andrea Blandino, MD, discusses the article by Rasromani et al. exploring the use of large language models for this purpose.

How do we teach effectively without sacrificing efficiency or burning out? Scott A Simpson, DO MSEd, speaks with host Surbhi Raichandani, MD, about radiology readout frameworks, formative feedback, workflow-conscious teaching, and preparing trainees for independent practice in modern radiology.

Full article: Human-in-the-Loop Large Language Model–Augmented Diagnostic Reasoning in Thoracic Imaging: Impact of Radiologic Expertise Use of LLMs in the diagnostic reasoning process can either improve or hinder performance. Pranjal Rai, MD, discusses the AJR article by Song et al. exploring the association of reader expertise and reader performance when using LLMs as a diagnostic aid.

What does it take to shape radiology beyond the reading room? Richard Duszak, MD, speaks with host Siddhant Dogra, MD, about his journey from private practice to national leadership, founding a health policy institute, advancing academic radiology, and championing leadership development across the specialty.

Full article: Interreader Agreement for Individual Ancillary Features in LI-RADS CT/MRI Version 2018: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis LI-RADS CT/MRI ancillary features may vary in their ease of application. Jordon Kondo, MD, is joined by Luke Ginocchio, MD, to discuss the AJR article by Jung et al. exploring interreader agreement of LI-RADS ancillary features. 

Augmenting anatomy with disease activity! Summit Shah, MD MPH, explains to host, Raisa Amiruddin, MBBS, how visualizing disease activity through molecular imaging helps in solving diagnostic uncertainties. Explore how PET/MRI, brain mapping, targeted radiotracers, and theranostics are driving the shift towards personalized, precision medicine in pediatric patients. 

Full article: Utilization of Pediatric Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound in the United States After FDA Approval: Insights From a Large Claims Database Regulatory approval alone is insufficient to drive clinical adoption. Selima Siala, MD, is joined by Marcelo Takahashi, MD, to discuss the AJR article by Guarilha et al. that explores the trajectory of national utilization of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in children.

Full article: Artificial Intelligence–Assisted Lung Nodule Evaluation on Low-Dose Chest CT in Asymptomatic Individuals: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial Pragmatic data obtained in clinical settings can add further insights into how AI shapes radiology practice. Hira Qureshi, MD, discusses the AJR article by Hwang et al. that reports a prospective randomized trial of the impact of AI for low-dose chest CT interpretation.

Mission control, we need a read! Michael Polen, MD, joins cohosts Lindsey Negrete, MD, and Amy Maduram, MD, to discuss his incredible journey into space medicine, including engagement with the team leading the first radiograph obtained in space, medical conditions occurring during weightlessness, and the commercial shift into space research.

What drives early-career momentum? Patricia Balthazar, MD, MPH, speaks with host Surbhi Raichandani, MD, about building an intentional academic career through informatics, quality improvement, time management, and strategic decision-making, offering practical insights for trainees and early-career radiologists.

Advanced endoscopic endonasal skull base surgeries have gained widespread clinical adoption. Neuroradiology Imaging Senior Editor Carlos Zamora MD, PhD, speaks with Shekar Khanpara, MD, and Kim Learned, MD, regarding their article addressing the role of imaging in guiding these procedures.

Full article: Catheter-Directed Sclerotherapy Versus Ovarian Cystectomy for Unilateral Ovarian Endometrioma: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Cystectomy as conventional treatment for ovarian endometrioma can lower ovarian reserve. Tobi Folami, MD, discusses the AJR article by Hwan et al. that presents a randomized controlled trial comparing cystectomy with catheter-directed sclerotherapy for treating unilateral endometriomas.

How can radiologists help shape digital health policy? Krishna Juluru, MD, speaks with host Siddhant Dogra, MD, about his career in informatics, the Presidential Innovation Fellows program, service at the FDA Digital Health Center of Excellence, and partnering across government, academia, and industry to advance safe, effective digital health innovation.

Full article: Late Gadolinium Enhancement on Cardiac MRI in Patients With Takotsubo Syndrome: Insights From the Multicenter EVOLUTION Registry What is the significance of late gadolinium enhancement in patients with Takotsubo syndrome? Raisa Amiruddin, MBBS, is joined by Scott Bugenhagen MD, PhD, to discuss the recent AJR article by Cau et al. addressing this issue using data from the multicenter EVOLUTION registry.

Roadmaps for pediatric artificial intelligence (AI)! Nabile Safdar, MD, and Alex Towbin, MD, speak with host, Raisa Amiruddin, MBBS, about the sore spots, unsung wins, and potential targets of AI in children's healthcare while highlighting how the specialist's intuition remains the ultimate anchor for automated tools in radiology. 

Do you have what it takes to become an impactful legal expert? Dolores Pretorius, MD and Matthew Mariani, JD joins cohosts Lindsey Negrete, MD, and Amy Maduram, MD, to discuss strategies to breaking down a legal case, experience during depositions, and what attorneys seek in an expert witness. 

Full article: Predicting the Value of Radiology Artificial Intelligence Applications: Large-Scale Predeployment Evaluation of a Portfolio of Models What strategies can radiology departments use to determine whether to invest in an AI model? Antonin Andrea Blandino, MD, discusses the article by Larson et al. on a method for the large-scale deployment evaluation of AI model portfolios.

What does it take to build a career that shapes practice? Aya Kamaya, MD, speaks with host Surbhi Raichandani, MD, about developing an ultrasound research identity, leading consensus efforts such as LI-RADS and SRU guidelines, and using the final stretch of training to prepare for sustained academic impact.

Full article: https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.34334  The PET/CT examinations commonly obtained in patients with cancer provide additional information that can be used for nononcologic prognostication. Radhika Rajeev, MD, discusses the AJR article by Kim et al. exploring the role of visual ordinal coronary calcium scoring on routine FDG PET/CT examinations in predicting perioperative outcomes.

What does it take for physicians to master money? Jeffrey Brown, MD, speaks with host Siddhant Dogra, MD, about founding a physician-focused investment firm, pursuing business and finance training, common financial misconceptions among physicians, and lessons from balancing parallel careers in radiology and wealth management.

Full article: Increasing—Yet Varying—Radiologist Workforce Attrition Across Subspecialties Could some subspecialties be losing radiologists to workforce attrition more rapidly than others? Pranjal Rai, MD, discusses this article by Christensen et al. exploring workforce attrition patterns among subspecialties.

Full article: Quantitative CT Measurements of Interstitial Lung Disease: Same-Day Variability Between Two Vendors—A Prospective Study Longitudinal monitoring of interstitial lung disease (ILD) requires insight into the variability of quantitative ILD measurements. Dora Chen, MD, discusses the article by Ahn et al. reporting results of a prospective study in which patients with ILD underwent same-day chest CT examinations using scanners from different vendors.  

Understand the invisible physics at play! Lorenna Vidal, MD, speaks with host Raisa Amiruddin, MBBS, to demystify the MRI scanner. Explore the unique needs of imaging children and why every moment near an MRI scanner requires a safety-first mindset and a meticulous balance of risk and benefit with expert guidance.  

Your expertise deserves an audience, so let's work on your digital footprint! Robin Roth, MD, joins cohosts Lindsey Negrete, MD, and Amy Maduram, MD to discuss building a purpose-driven brand, engaging and educating the public through social media, and finding unexpected professional connections in addition to clinical practice. 

Malpractice does not have to define how you practice. Francis Deng, MD, speaks with host Surbhi Raichandani, MD, about understanding malpractice through reporting language, communication, uncertainty, peer learning, and system design, with practical guidance for early-career radiologists seeking to practice thoughtfully rather than defensively.

Curious how radiologists can drive artificial intelligence (AI) change at scale? Ainsley MacLean, MD, speaks with host Siddhant Dogra, MD, about moving from neuroradiology to AI leadership, launching advisory and private equity ventures, deploying AI responsibly, evaluating real-world return on investment, and networking for physicians pursuing innovation, consulting, or investing.

Full article: Enhancing Capsule on Dynamic Liver CT: Association With Hepatocellular Carcinoma Diagnosis Using LI-RADS Version 2018 Should an enhancing capsule be handled differently from other LI-RADS major features? Jordan Kondo, MD, discusses this AJR article by Choi et al. that explores the impact on CT-based HCC diagnosis of proposed modified LR-5 criteria that give an enhancing capsule the same priority as other major features.

Full article: Large Language Model-Generated Expansion of the RadLex Ontology: Application to Multinational Datasets of Chest CT Reports Could a large language model (LLM) be used as a scalable solution for expanding radiology ontologies? Tobi Folami, MD, discusses the AJR article by Lee et al. exploring a LLM for large-scale expansion of the RadLex ontology.

Full article: Associations of Ultrasound-Derived Fat Fraction and MRI PDFF Measurements:  A Prospective Study in Pediatric Patients with Suspected MASLD Do UDFF measurements have a role in children with MASLD? Selima Siala, MD, discusses the AJR article by Kim et al. that explores associations of UDFF measurements obtained under different breathing conditions with PDFF measurements in children with suspected MASLD.

Imaging biomarkers over invasive biopsies! Minal Jagtiani MD, and Suraj Serai, PhD, speak with host, Raisa Amiruddin, MBBS, on safe repeatable tracking of pediatric liver iron, fat, and fibrosis with quantitative MRI. Learn the physics that makes the liver look bright and techniques to keep the measurements precise.