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Inaugural Episode:

🎙October    

SBI Podcast

Breast Imaging Economics and Practice Trends: A Conversation with Dr. Karla Sepulveda and Dr. Dana Smetherman

Unlock the secrets behind the economics of breast imaging and its transformative impact on patient care. Join Dr. Karla Sepulveda in the debut episode of the Society of Breast Imaging podcast as she discusses the inspiration and vision that led to the creation of this series. This episode sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the financial challenges in breast radiology, with esteemed guest Dr. Dana Smetherman, the new CEO of the American College of Radiology, sharing her remarkable career journey and insights into the future of radiology.


This quarterly podcast will cover different breast imaging themes each year. The theme for the first year is: Breast Imaging Economics.

Future Topics Include:

  • Developing Financial Acumen as a Breast Imaging Radiologist
  • Cost Sharing in Breast Imaging, Bundling of Services, and Value Based Payments
  • Payment for Abbreviated MRI, Contrast Enhanced Mammography, AI, ABUS
  • Building an Efficient Practice to Optimize Patient Care and Streamline Multidisciplinary Breast Center Costs