Many people wonder what I do (what a radiologist does) the whole day. How is the life of a radiologist? Do radiologists sit in dark rooms in front of their …
Author: Josh Decker, MD
Board-certified radiologist, blogger, tech enthusiast, and clinician scientist working in Germany.
What Does PI Stand for in Research? Simply Explained
You stumbled over the abbreviation PI? And now you are asking yourself what does PI stand for in research? The answer is: PI stands for Principle Investigator Of course, PI …
How Can Radiologists Work from Home? Teleradiology explained
Telemedicine and the specialty of teleradiology are emerging fields in medicine. The volume of the teleradiology market is estimated to reach $25 billion by 2030. Therefore, it´s important to know …
What is kVp in Radiology? Simply Explained
kVp stands for kilovoltage peak and determines how penetrating your X-ray beam is. A radiologist explains what kVp means, how it affects image quality, and why it matters in CT and X-ray.
Best Lead Glasses for Radiology in 2026
Lead glasses are essential for anyone doing interventional radiology or fluoroscopy. A practising radiologist reviews the best options for 2026 — including what protection level actually matters.
Anemia Detection in Cancer Patients with Photon-Counting CT Technology
Recently, the novel photon-counting computed tomography (CT) technology has been shown to be able to detect and quantify anemia in patients with oncologic diseases. How does anemia detection in cancer …
Pros and Cons of Being a Radiologist in 2026
Is radiology worth it? A board-certified radiologist shares an honest personal take on the pros and cons of the specialty — from the variety and technology to the sedentary work and AI concerns.
7 Fatal Mistakes to Get Your Research Rejected Instantly
In recent articles, we talked about how to write a scientific paper and how to write a rebuttal letter. However, before being able to write a rebuttal letter, you first …
What Does STAT Mean in Radiology? Definition and Origin
As a radiologist in an English speaking country, you may (or will) have read (or heard) the term “STAT”. And to answer the question STAT: “STAT” = “immediately” It means: …