SPOTLIGHT -
Eric Postal, MD, is a diagnostic radiologist with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Why Lead?
The potential impetus behind wanting to take the reins of leadership.
Demand and Supply…and More Demands
Know what you have -- and know how it compares to the market.
STAT Semantics
When STAT is the norm, maybe it’s time to re-evaluate.
A New PACS and a Different Way To Brush Your Teeth
Adaptation to change is key to growth—both personal and professional.
The WOEs of Radiology
When something you see on an image stops you in your tracks.
Nicely done!
Positive acknowledgement can go a long way.
Too Soon?
The frustrations and realities of re-imaging orders that come back around quickly.
Crest of a Wave
For radiology practices, paying attention to – and offering to meet – industry needs can help differentiate you from the pack.
The Troubleshooter: Conspicuous If Absent
Identifying someone to pinpoint and fix problems could result in a more smoothly run organization.
Hold-ups and Holding Up at the Other End
If things seem inequitable, take a step back for evaluation.
…But, Do We Click?
Is there a strategy that works best for teleradiology compensation?
The Teleradiology Information Exchange
Sharing the details of teleradiology companies can level the playing field for all.
Alternate Radiologists
Radiology, in an imperfect world, can always be improved.
Brainstorms Without Dry Spells
Eliminating time frames for idea generation can frequently lead to more robust discussion and creativity.
Friendly Competition: An Exercise in Re-framing
Instead of concentrating on mis-steps and failures, focus on the opportunities they create.
Recovering from Traumatic Anchoring
Sometimes the starting point for negotiations can be completely outside the anticipated ball park.
Can Silencing and De-platforming Come to Healthcare?
What could happen if the subject of discussion is a widely used radiology exam?
Selective Deafness and Forced Mutism
The importance of listening.
Don’t Just Push Harder
Sometimes taking a step back can help you find the path to keep moving forward.
Things That Are Not on Images
What if you report things that aren’t on the scan you’re given?
It Seemed to Make Sense at the Time
Sometimes autopilot can be the protector of critical thinking and decision making.
How Many Jobs Equals a Career?
Working at one facility or practice for your entire career is no longer the norm. Knowing how to recognize when – and why – to make a move can be beneficial.
Grinning Like an Idiot
Getting you through the end-of-year doldrums and work pressures.
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.