Hello and welcome to the inaugural episode of ACR’s Radiology Reimagined Podcast, where we bring conversations about AI, innovation, and career pathways in radiology to medical students. I’m Hanna Terhaar, a fourth-year medical student at the UAB Heersink School of Medicine and the current Health, Innovation, and Technology Liaison for the ACR Medical Student Section. Today, we’re honored to be joined by Dr. Amy L. Kotsenas, MD, FACR, a nationally recognized neuroradiologist and Professor of Radiology at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Kotsenas is board-certified in diagnostic radiology and neuroradiology, with additional certification in clinical informatics, and she is deeply engaged in shaping the future of radiology through leadership, scholarship, and service. Within the American College of Radiology, she currently serves as Secretary-Treasurer and Chair of the Commission on Membership and Communications, while also providing oversight for the ACR Medical Student Section. In this episode, Dr. Kotsenas walks us through her journey into radiology and neuroradiology, sharing how early experiences and professional involvement helped shape her career in academic medicine and national leadership. We’ll explore her work in interoperability and digital infrastructure, discussing why challenges like image sharing and data silos persist and what radiologists and trainees can do to help solve them. We’ll also dive into the ethical use of AI and medical data, where Dr. Kotsenas offers thoughtful insights into transparency, patient trust, and the responsibilities radiologists carry as AI becomes more integrated into clinical care. In addition, we discuss the evolving role of social media in healthcare as a tool for education, communication, and collaboration. Given that this is an ACR podcast, we also reflect on what it means to be a Fellow of the American College of Radiology, why service and professional engagement matter, and how organizations like the ACR play a critical role in guiding AI education and ethical standards in medicine. Finally, Dr. Kotsenas shares practical advice for medical students interested in AI, informatics, and leadership, along with her perspective on where radiology and healthcare technology are headed over the next decade. We’re excited to share this conversation and the many insights Dr. Kotsenas brings to the table, so let’s get started.
