SPOTLIGHT -
Eric Postal, MD, is a diagnostic radiologist with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
The Magic of “Because”
Giving a reason for your requests can lead to greater compliance and better outcomes, especially in the workplace.
Running Interference
When support staff step in to control communications and keep the workday running smoothly.
The Poison Pill of “Yes”
An agreement or a promise does not mean much if it is not clear how you can or will reach the goal.
The Feedback/Venting Button
Venting into the ether when you are "frustravated" can be cathartic.
The Simplest Path of Least Resistance
What options do you have when presented with cases that cannot be read “as-is?”
Minding the Whys and Wherefores
Knowing the reasons behind your decisions – especially ones that affect patients – can be as important as the decision itself.
Behind the 8-Ball
When a self-imposed expectation of productivity is a driving force.
Another Drop in the Ocean
How many lives have you changed, one scan at a time?
A Mostly Botched Attempt at Leadership
Taking time to ask questions – instead of announcing mandates – can be far more effective.
Not Following Blindly
Double-check behind those follow-up orders – is now the time, is it the right study, are prior studies needed?
Twit, MD…Might That Be Me?
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IMs and RTs
The two philosophies of Itinerant Mercenaries and Remote Teammate teleradiologists.
Bought and Sold – Again
Teleradiology group vRad finds yet another new owner in MEDNAX sale to Radiology Partners.
Respect Is Not a Two-Way Street
In radiology, in fact, respect is more like a traffic circle.
In a Radiologist’s Mind
When your faculties begin to wander…
My Escape from a Black Pearl
When the medical knowledge you’ve learned begins to tarnish – or turn out to be downright wrong.
Nurse Apples and Radiologist Oranges
Looking at the existing push for non-radiologists to interpret exams.
A QA Interaction I Felt Pretty Good About
Quality assurance works best as a learning opportunity rather than a mere chance to point out mistakes.
Beating Up the Crew So the Ship Will Go Faster
Holding providers and staff accountable for the administration's decisions leads to negative impacts.
Adding Substance to Your House of Cards
Your radiology career is a perpetual cycle of gaining experience that adds to your expertise and ensures your continued professional growth.
Cyclic Momentum
Paying attention to your cycles of energy and enthusiasm can lead to better work productivity and outcomes.
Your friend, the editor (part 2)
Envisioning the radiology editor – what could that look like?
Your Friend, The Editor (Part 1)
Contemplating an editor for radiology reports.
To Counterfeit-Coin a Phrase…
When imaging studies evoke classic movie sentiments.
Fool Me Twice? Thrice? Or Do We Need to Count Higher?
Will the lessons learned from this next surge of COVID-19 be enough to stop the spread?
Illusions of excellence and idiocy
The effect of inadvertent errors and oversights in the eye of the beholder.
Speaking Plainly
Word choice matters when it comes to professionalism and expertise.
Imposter!
A little self-doubt and being open to others' opinions and assessments can be a good thing.
What did we learn from COVID-19?
Five major themes for what the pandemic has taught us.
Being Poised for Post-COVID-19
Paying attention to imaging volume changes can have you standing at the ready to resume a more normal reading schedule.