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Overdiagnosis: AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Episode 12 May 28, 2025

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In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Francis Deng, MD, and Saurabh Jha, MD, discuss the complex phenomenon of overdiagnosis in radiology, exploring its population-level recognition, ethical tensions, and the role of radiologists in mitigating harm through reporting practices, societal guidelines, and advocacy.

https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.33273

Optimizing Diagnostic Performance of Ultrasound for Detection of Hepatic Steatosis May 27, 2025

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Full article: Attenuation Coefficient for Hepatic Steatosis Using a Single Ultrasound System: Associations of Measurement Parameters With Interoperator Agreement and Diagnostic Performance

Morgan McLuckey, MD, discusses the AJR article by Ferraioli et al. exploring attenuation coefficient for hepatic steatosis evaluation using a single ultrasound system.

Going Global: AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Episode 12 May 21, 2025

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In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Training and Education, Umar Mahmood, MD, PhD, joins host Monica Cheng, MD, in a conversation that explores radiology's vital role in a globalized healthcare system, fostering educational exchanges and building bridges through multidisciplinary and international collaboration.

https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.33244

How to Manage Pathology Associated With Tomosynthesis-Detected Architectural Distortion May 07, 2025

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Full article: Architectural Distortions Detected by Digital Breast Tomosynthesis Alone With No Ultrasound Correlate and Nonmalignant Results on Core Needle Biopsy: Outcomes From an Imaging-Focused Management Strategy

Charisma DeSai, MD, discusses a recently published AJR article addressing the management of architectural distortions detected on DBT alone with nonmalignant biopsy results.

Shaping a Greener Future: The Role of Education in Sustainability May 07, 2025

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In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Sustainability, Sean Woolen, MD, MS, speaks with Julia Schoen, MD, and Katie Lichter, MD, MPH, about how education empowers clinicians and trainees to lead sustainable change in radiology and radiation oncology through practical tools, strategies, and collaboration.

https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.33169

Diagnostic Uncertainty: AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Episode 11 Apr 23, 2025

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In this episode of the AJR Podcast Series on Diagnostic Excellence and Error, Francis Deng, MD, and Atul Shinagare, MD, discuss how radiologists communicate diagnostic uncertainty. They examine the potential misalignment between radiologists and referrers in diagnostic confidence, as well as strategies to improve clarity like standardized certainty scales.

https://www.ajronline.org/doi/10.2214/AJR.25.33101

Private Equity Acquisitions of Radiology Practices and Consolidation of Private Equity Radiologists Across States Apr 22, 2025

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Full article: Private Equity Acquisitions of Radiology Practices From 2013 to 2023: National- and State-Level Analyses

Shailin Thomas, MD, discusses the AJR article by Khunte and Singh on trends in private equity acquisitions of radiology practices.

Frequency and Characteristics of Self-Interpretation of Imaging Studies by Nonradiology Ordering Providers Apr 22, 2025

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Full article: Self-Interpretation of Imaging Studies by Ordering Providers: Frequency and Associated Provider and Practice Characteristics

Aishwariya Vegunta, MD, discusses the article by Christensen et al. highlighting the phenomenon of self-interpretation, whereby an imaging study is interpreted by its ordering provider.

Can We Trust a Negative Biparametric MRI? Insights From a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Apr 22, 2025

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Full article: NPV of Biparametric and Multiparametric Prostate MRI: A Comparative Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Kamyar Ghabili, MD, discusses the AJR article by Salinas-Miranda et al. that evaluates available comparative studies of the NPV of biparametric MRI and multiparametric MRI of the prostate.

CT Colonography for Colorectal Cancer Screening Apr 17, 2025

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CT colonography (CTC) is now at an inflection point following recent regulatory updates. In this AJR Conversation, Gastrointestinal Imaging Section Editor Federica Vernuccio, MD, PhD, speaks with David Kim, MD, about his team's recently published article on the use of CTC for colorectal cancer prevention and detection.

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