Balancing Crisis & Care: Life as a Medical Physicist with William Breeden
In this episode of Frame by Frame: Rethink Imaging, host Chris St John is joined by Dr. William Breeden, a veteran radiation physicist with over 23 years at St. Vincent’s Hospital. Together, they unpack the high-stakes, behind-the-scenes world of medical physics, from managing crisis situations in trauma centers to maintaining equipment performance across imaging modalities.
Whether you’re in healthcare leadership, imaging operations, or just curious about the systems that keep patients safe, this episode offers a rare look at the crucial role physicists play in the daily operations of hospitals.
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Why All Medicine is Educated Guessing with Dr. Ehsan Samei (Re-release)
In this episode of the Frame by Frame: Rethink Imaging podcast, Chris St John revisits his conversation with Dr. Ehsan Samei, Chief Imaging Physicist at Duke University on the balance between scientific precision and clinical judgment in medical imaging.
They explore why medicine is still a sophisticated “guessing game,” how AI enhances rather than replaces human expertise, and why the future of diagnostics depends on harmonizing data with patient-centered care.
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What We’re Missing While Obsessing Over AI: The Forgotten Future of Radiology
In this episode of Frame by Frame: Rethink Imaging, host Chris St. John is joined by Dr. Ari Goldberg, Director of Thoracic and Abdominal Imaging at Loyola University Medical Center, to examine how radiology practices must evolve to meet growing clinical demands with limited resources. From rethinking reporting workflows to incorporating radiologist extenders and adapting leadership strategies, this conversation offers a candid look at the future of radiology.
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Why Gonadal Shielding in X-rays Actually Increases Radiation Dose
In this episode of Frame by Frame: Rethink Imaging, host Chris St John sits down with Dr. Summer Kaplan to explore the surprising science behind gonadal shielding in medical imaging. Discover why shielding may do more harm than good in modern X-ray procedures and how new safety protocols are reshaping radiology. Whether you're a clinician, radiologic technologist, or concerned parent, this episode offers critical insights into the future of radiation protection.
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Post-Mortem CT: How Radiology Is Rewriting the Autopsy
In this episode of Frame by Frame: Rethink Imaging, host Chris St John revisits Dr. Kalpana Kanal, a pioneering medical physicist, to highlight the cutting-edge use of CT imaging in forensic pathology from our previous episode with her.
From minimizing invasive autopsies to enhancing medical education, this conversation uncovers how CT technology is reshaping the way we understand and investigate death. Whether you're in radiology, medical education, or forensic science, this episode provides eye-opening insights into the powerful intersection of imaging and post-mortem diagnostics.
Frame by Frame: Rethink Imaging is a podcast that delves into the fascinating world of radiology, offering a fresh perspective on medical imaging and its impact on patient care and healthcare outcomes. The podcast, hosted by Chris St John, aims to bridge the gap between complex radiological concepts and the curious mind, from seasoned professionals to radiology enthusiasts.
Each episode features engaging discussions with leading experts in medical imaging, including radiologists, medical physicists, radiologic technologists, world-leading academics, and industry thought leaders. Through inspiring interviews, the podcast explores a wide range of topics, from advancements in imaging technology and diagnostic practices to the future of radiology in healthcare.
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