RSNA’s Radiology podcast tackles gadolinium concerns

A recent episode of the Radiology podcast from RSNA focused on the growing concerns over gadolinium-based contrast media and the evidence showing some gadolinium may be unexpectedly retained in the body after a scan.

Led by Herbert Y. Kressel, MD, editor of Radiology, the panel consisted of physicians and researchers who’ve been at the forefront of this issue, including Alexander Radbruch, MD, JD; Robert J. McDonald, MD, PhD; Emanuel Kanal, MD; and Michael F. Tweedle, PhD.

Evan Godt
Evan Godt, Writer

Evan joined TriMed in 2011, writing primarily for Health Imaging. Prior to diving into medical journalism, Evan worked for the Nine Network of Public Media in St. Louis. He also has worked in public relations and education. Evan studied journalism at the University of Missouri, with an emphasis on broadcast media.

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