Eric Postal, MD

Being outside the standard deviation isn’t always a bad thing.

Being open to the positives in your daily life will actively decrease the negatives you see.

Radiology could benefit from actions that support and encourage productivity.

The benefits of – and opportunities for – a slower reader.

Overall, radiology is filled with safe assumptions that allow providers to conduct daily work.

Providing something productive to focus on can help side-step unwanted attention.

What does it take to stand out from your crowd of peers?

The potential impetus behind wanting to take the reins of leadership.

Know what you have -- and know how it compares to the market.

When STAT is the norm, maybe it’s time to re-evaluate.

Adaptation to change is key to growth—both personal and professional.

When something you see on an image stops you in your tracks.

Positive acknowledgement can go a long way.

The frustrations and realities of re-imaging orders that come back around quickly.

For radiology practices, paying attention to – and offering to meet – industry needs can help differentiate you from the pack.

Identifying someone to pinpoint and fix problems could result in a more smoothly run organization.

If things seem inequitable, take a step back for evaluation.

Is there a strategy that works best for teleradiology compensation?

Sharing the details of teleradiology companies can level the playing field for all.

Radiology, in an imperfect world, can always be improved.

Eliminating time frames for idea generation can frequently lead to more robust discussion and creativity.

Instead of concentrating on mis-steps and failures, focus on the opportunities they create.

Sometimes the starting point for negotiations can be completely outside the anticipated ball park.

What could happen if the subject of discussion is a widely used radiology exam?

The importance of listening.

Sometimes taking a step back can help you find the path to keep moving forward.

What if you report things that aren’t on the scan you’re given?

Sometimes autopilot can be the protector of critical thinking and decision making.

Working at one facility or practice for your entire career is no longer the norm. Knowing how to recognize when – and why – to make a move can be beneficial.

Getting you through the end-of-year doldrums and work pressures.