Radiologists

University Medical Imaging Toronto

Welcome to Radiologists, a podcast by University Medical Imaging Toronto where we discuss the most interesting topics through the lens of Canada’s largest medical imaging department.

Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imagingtoronto

The content provided in each episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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S1 · E47
Wednesday · 41 min
Abdominal Radiology - with Dr. Adriano Basso Dias
Watch this episode on YouTube here. In this episode of Radiologists, host Satheesh Krishna sits down with our abdominal radiologist and RSNA Rising Star Dr. Adriano Basso Dias to discuss abdominal imaging -- one of the most versatile areas of radiology. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
#46
August 26 · 34 min
The behind-the-scenes of Medical Imaging - with Jason Nagels
Watch this episode on YouTube here. In this episode of Radiologists, we look at a side of medical imaging that patients and even many people in health care rarely get to see. Jason Nagels, a medical imaging informatics specialist, is taking us behind the scenes of radiology to explore the technology, systems, and people that keep modern medical imaging moving. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
July 29 · 41 min
Breast Imaging - with Dr. Supriya Kulkarni
Watch this episode on YouTube. The Radiologists' studio welcomes Dr. Supriya Kulkarni, our breast radiologist, an associate professor and the Head of the Breast Division at the Department of Medical Imaging at the University of Toronto. In this episode, we dive into the science, technology, and human side of breast radiology. We discuss cancer screening, modalities, why some cancers are difficult to detect, innovations shaping the field, and how artificial intelligence may transform breast imaging. Along the way, we explore the realities of training and improving access to screening in underserved communities. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
June 29 · 43 min
How we treat stroke - interventional neuroradiology with Dr. David Volders
Watch this episode on YouTube here. The Radiologists studio welcomes Dr. David Volders, our interventional neuroradiologist who takes us inside one of medicine’s most time-sensitive specialties. From understanding what a stroke is to the patient journey from diagnosis to treatment, we discuss how timely imaging and specialized procedures can save lives. We also talk about challenges in access to care, particularly in rural communities, if and how AI can support treatment, and what it takes to become and remain an expert in this highly specialized field. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
June 5 · 34 min
Ultrasound - with Dr. Mostafa Atri
Watch this episode on YouTube here. We sit down with Dr. Mostafa Atri, whose career has focused on ultrasound: we discover the origins of modern ultrasound, how it has evolved over the years, why ultrasound is done so often in academic centres in Toronto, the future of this modality, the impact of AI and so much more! ❗️❗️❗️The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
May 6 · 32 min
Radiology Residency in Canada: How to Become a Radiologist - with Dr. Charles Yan, Residency Program Director at the University of Toronto
Watch the video version on YouTube here In this episode, we talk about how one becomes a radiologist, shining a light on radiology residency in Canada. Our guest is Dr. Charles Yan, Radiology Residency Program Director at the University of Toronto. ❗️❗️❗️The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
April 8 · 36 min
AI and Technology in Radiology - with Dr. Rajesh Bhayana
Watch this episode on YouTube here. Today our guest is Dr. Rajesh Bhayana, our abdominal radiologist, Tech Lead and Interim AI Lead at the Joint Department of Medical Imaging (JDMI). We talk about technology behind medical imaging, current "weakest links", AI, agentic AI, the future of radiology, and so much more! The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
February 25 · 36 min
MRI in modern practice - with Dr. Kartik Jhaveri, Director of Abdominal MRI, JDMI
This episode features Dr. Kartik Jhaveri, Director of Abdominal MRI in the Joint Department of Medical Imaging (JDMI), the largest medical imaging department in Canada. We talk about how the MRI technology has evolved over the years, changes in scan times, access to MRI and the reasons behind longer waiting times, differences in magnets, the efficacy of full body MRI, and so much more! The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
January 21 · 23 min
Interventional radiology at home - with Nina Kachura, wife of Dr. John Kachura
NEW on our podcast Radiologists: an episode that looks beyond the angio suite! Our guest is Nina Kachura, the wife of our interventional radiologist Dr. John Kachura. We talk about partnership, demands, and quieter moments that shape life in interventional radiology. Watch this episode on YouTube here The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
S1 · E38
Dec 18, 2025 · 25 min
Radiology in the hospital: who is in charge, waiting times, AI and more - with Aimee Langan, Clinical Vice President, UHN
Watch this episode on YouTube here. In this episode, we break down how radiology works inside the hospital—from the machinery and systems behind it to who leads our department. We discuss waiting times, real-world challenges, the impact of AI, and what the future holds. Our guest is Aimee Langan, Clinical Vice President at UHN, Canada's largest hospital. Get ready for an insider’s look at the machinery behind modern radiology! The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
Nov 19, 2025 · 34 min
What is it really like to be in radiology residency? - with Mana Modares, a radiology resident
Watch this episode on YouTube here. What is it really like to be in radiology residency today? In this episode, we sit down with Mana Modares, a radiology resident, to talk about what drew her to the specialty, the challenges and surprises along the way, and advice for those considering the field. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
S1 · E36
Oct 22, 2025 · 36 min
My mom is a radiologist! - with Alex Roberts, son of our Radiologist-in-Chief Dr. Heidi Schmidt
My mom is a radiologist! Watch on YouTube! In this episode, we hear from Alex Roberts, the son of our Radiologist-in-chief Dr. Heidi Schmidt, about what it’s really like to have medicine running through your family life. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
S1 · E35
Sep 17, 2025 · 39 min
Radiology and AI - with Dr. Benjamin Fine, AI Chair at the Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto.
In this episode, The Radiologists studio welcomes Dr. Benjamin Fine, a radiologist at Trillium Health Partners and AI Chair at the Department of Medical Imaging at the University of Toronto. Will AI take over radiology, or unlock its next chapter? Watch this episode on YouTube here. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
#34
Aug 20, 2025 · 40 min
Why go into interventional radiology - with Dr. Arash Jaberi, Division Head, Interventional Radiology, JDMI
Watch this episode on YouTube here The episode many of you have been waiting for: an overview of interventional radiology and why this subspecialty is a great career choice. Our guest is Dr. Arash Jaberi, the Division Head of Interventional Radiology at the Joint Department of Medical Imaging (JDMI), covering University Health Network (UHN), Sinai Health and Women's College Hospital in Toronto. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
S1 · E33
Jul 23, 2025 · 34 min
Nuclear Power and Medicine - with James Scongack, COO of Bruce Power
Watch this episode on YouTube here. In this episode of Radiologists we invite you to discover the fascinating world of nuclear power and the important role it plays in health care. Our guest is James Scongack, COO of Bruce Power, one of the world's largest nuclear generating facilities. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
S1 · E32
Jun 25, 2025 · 29 min
Academic Radiology - with Dr. Michael Patlas
Watch this episode on YouTube here. In this episode of Radiologists, we sit down with the Chair of the Department of Medical Imaging at the University of Toronto and our abdominal radiologist Dr. Michael Patlas to talk about academic radiology. How academic radiology is different from community, does academia always equals research, the future of academic radiology in the light of the AI revolution and so much more! The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
May 28, 2025 · 33 min
Radiology and sustainability - with Dr. Kate Hanneman
The Radiologists host Satheesh Krishna welcomes Dr. Kate Hanneman, our cardiac radiologist and a leading advocate for environmental sustainability in radiology. We talk about how our understanding of sustainability has changes over the years, the impact of different imaging modalities on planetary health, environmental benefits and drawbacks of using AI in our field and so much more! The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
S1 · E30
Apr 30, 2025 · 37 min
Dual Specialty: Interventional Radiology and Surgery - with Dr. Eran Shlomovitz
New episode of our podcast Radiologists—from our new studio is now LIVE! (you can watch it on Youtube here) The host Satheesh Krishna sits down with Dr. Eran Shlomovitz, trained in both radiology and surgery—a rare and powerful combination— to talk about the intersection of the two specialties, how this dual expertise informs clinical decisions, and the unique path it takes to become skilled in both fields. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
#29
Mar 19, 2025 · 25 min
Communication Tips and Strategies for Radiologists - with Healthcare Communication Specialist and Educational Consultant Dawn Martin
Watch this episode on YouTube here. In this episode of our podcast, we explore the critical role of communication in radiology. While we often work behind the scenes, effective communication with referring physicians, colleagues, and even patients can significantly impact patient care and professional success. Our expert guest Dawn Martin shares practical tips and strategies to enhance clarity in communication, raise self-awareness and build relational competence in the demanding world of health care. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com
Feb 19, 2025 · 31 min
Our Wellness, Mental Health and Work-Life Balance - with Dr. Louise Harris
Watch this episode on YouTube here. Honest discussion that every radiologist needs to hear: insights on burnout, stress management, and strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The guest of this episode of Radiologists is Dr. Louise Harris, a cardiologist and MD Wellness Lead at University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto. The content provided in this episode is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Produced by The Levchuk Agency Inc. Thanks for listening! Watch Radiologists on YouTube here Follow us on: X Instagram LinkedIn Visit our website: imagingtoronto.com

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