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Imaging as a Career

Imaging as a Career

Written by: London Imaging Academy
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What’s it really like to work in diagnostic imaging, and how do you get started?


From ultrasound to MRI, this podcast series offers insights into the real-life careers of professionals across the NHS imaging workforce.


Join Dr Tina Mistry, Consultant Radiologist at Guy’s and St. Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust in London, and Director of the London Imaging Academy learning platform, as she converses with a range of imaging professionals – from clinical academics to forensic radiographers.


Each episode features a candid conversation with someone working in a specialist imaging role. They share their career journeys, day-to-day realities, insights on technological advances and personal reflections.


Whether you’re exploring future career options, a career change, training in healthcare, or already working in imaging and curious about where your path could lead, Imaging as a Career offers inspiring stories and practical insights from the people who know it best.

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Episodes
  • Episode 12: Research
    Mar 30 2026

    In this episode, Tina is joined by Professor Vicky Goh, Professor of Cancer Imaging at King’s College London and Honorary Consultant Radiologist at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, with Dr Carolyn Horst, an academic radiology trainee combining clinical practice with research.


    Together, they explore what research and academia is within imaging and why it matters for patient care. Vicky and Carolyn also break down the realities of academic careers, including publishing, securing funding and balancing research with clinical work.


    This episode offers practical advice for trainees and clinicians who want to use research to make a meaningful impact on patient care and the imaging profession.


    Note: Prof Goh recommends the Radiology Academic Network for Trainees: https://www.radiantuk.com

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    34 mins
  • Episode 11: Radiology education
    Mar 17 2026

    In this episode, Tina talks to Dr Sami Khan, Consultant Radiologist at Basildon Hospital, and founder of Dr Khan’s Teaching (DKT), a free online resource providing education and training in radiology, and Dr Imran Syed, Consultant Interventional Radiologist at Basildon University Hospital, Clinical and Academic Lead for Radiology and the learning lead for Vascular and Interventional Radiology for the Royal College of Radiologists, and founder of the Radiology Residents’ Forum (RRF).


    Together, they explore the changing landscape of radiology education and widening access to training. Sami and Imran reflect on their own career journeys and discuss why structured, supportive education is increasingly important in a highly competitive training environment.


    Sami and Imran highlight the power of online learning, global teaching communities, and mentorship in supporting aspiring radiologists – particularly those without traditional access to guidance or networks. This episode offers insight into how innovative education platforms can shape a career in radiology.


    You can find the links to the organisations mentioned below.


    Dr Khan’s teaching: https://www.drkhansteaching.com

    Radiology resident forum: https://www.radiologyresidentforum.co.uk

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    42 mins
  • Episode 10: Radiology
    Mar 3 2026

    In this episode, Tina speaks with Dr Nishanth Sivarasan, Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist, and Dr Anum Pervez, newly appointed Consultant in Breast and Gynaecological Radiology, both based at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust.


    The conversation focuses on why radiology has become such a popular career choice, how different subspecialties shape work–life balance, and the realities behind the stereotype of radiologists spending their working lives in ‘dark rooms’.


    Nish and Anum also reflect on the challenges of the role, including diagnostic uncertainty and the growing role of AI in imaging – sharing practical advice and honest insights from their own experiences.


    Please note the following abbreviation is used in this episode:

    PET = positron emission tomography – a type of scan

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    31 mins
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