RABcasts: Industry leaders exploring global change

An Interview with Dr. Saleem Kassam of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) 30.06.2025 1sa 1dk

We are excited to bring you the latest episode of RABcasts, where we delve into the world of radiology, healthcare, and philanthropy. In this episode: Compassionate, Principled, Resilient RAB Co-Founder A/Prof Suresh de Silva sits down for a one-on-one interview with our guest, Dr. Saleem Kassam International Board Member - Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). In this episode of the RABCAST series, we are honoured to host Dr Saleem Kassam International Board Member - Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)...

An Interview with Chris Kane, CEO of Australian Diagnostic Imaging Association(ADIA) 13.06.2025 50dk

We are excited to bring you the latest episode of RABcasts, where we delve into the world of radiology, healthcare, and philanthropy. In this episode: Advocate, Collaborate, Transform RAB Co-Founder A/Prof Suresh de Silva sits down for a one-on-one interview with our guest, Chris Kane, CEO of Australian Diagnostic Imaging Association (ADIA). In this episode of the RABCAST series, we are honoured to host Chris Kane. Chris Kane is the CEO of the Australian Diagnostic Imaging Association (ADIA) ...

An Interview with Dr Margaret Harris, World Heath Organisation 19.03.2025 1sa

WHO Global Spokesperson Educate, Innovate, Protect Margaret Harris is an Australian-born public health doctor specialising in emergency risk communication during pandemics, outbreaks and other health emergencies. Dr Harris has spent much of her time working in risk communication for the World Health Organization and UNICEF, mostly in Asia, Africa and Europe, including during the West African Ebola outbreak in 2014-2016, the Korean MERS outbreak, the global Zika virus outbreak, the COVID...

Empowering Communities: Remote Healthcare Innovations with Dr. Sam Heard 18.01.2025 46dk

Medical Director, Central Australian Aboriginal Congress, Chair openEHR Foundation Empower, Advance, Inspire In this episode of the RABCAST series, we are honoured to host Dr. Sam Heard, a distinguished General Practitioner with extensive experience in urban and remote healthcare settings. Dr. Heard currently serves as the Medical Director of the Central Australian Aboriginal Congress in Alice Springs, NT, and is an Associate Professor at Flinders University's Centre for Remote Health.&nbsp...

The Potential Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Sonography - Tony Coles, CEO, Australasian Sonographers Association (ASA) 01.10.2024 1sa 1dk

Radiology Reimagined: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Sonography Artificial Intelligence, Sonography, Outcomes Tony Coles is the CEO of the Australasian Sonographers Association (ASA). He previously served as the Director of Audiology Australia and Chairperson of the Australian Association of Gerontology, starting his career at the Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care. In this episode, Tony discusses ASA's role in advancing the sonography profession and its future directio...

Radiology Reimagined: Dr. Ron Shnier's Vision for Healthcare's Future 02.08.2024 1sa 3dk

Vision, Compassion, Education Dr. Ron Shnier, a distinguished figure in radiology, currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer and Executive Director of I-MED Radiology Network, Australia's largest diagnostic imaging provider. His extensive career began with a radiology fellowship at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH), followed by specialized fellowships in neuroradiology at RPAH and musculoskeletal radiology at UCLA. After working as a consultant specialist at RPAH, Dr. Shnier pioneered o...

An Interview with Duane Findley, CEO of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists 28.06.2024 1sa 3dk

We are excited to bring you the latest episode of RABcasts, where we delve into the world of radiology, healthcare, and philanthropy. In this episode: RAB founder A/Prof Suresh de Silva sits down for a one-on-one interview with our guest, Duane Findley, CEO of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists. Outreach, Community, Technology Duane Findley serves as the CEO of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR), where he provides essential support...

The Future of Healthcare Technology - Dr Dorin Comaniciu, Siemens Healthineers 06.05.2024 49dk

Passion, Innovation, AI Exciting news! The latest episode of RABcasts, Episode 13, is now available! We're thrilled to introduce our special guest, Dorin Comaniciu, Senior Vice President for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation at Siemens Healthineers. In each of our RABcasts podcast series, we engage in insightful conversations with influential leaders from healthcare and other industries. Episode 2 for 2024 features A/Prof Suresh de Silva, the Founder of Radiology Across Borders,...

In Conversation with Lindsay Thitchener, Manager of Sonic Healthcare Foundation 25.03.2024 52dk

In each of our RABcasts podcast series, we engage in insightful conversations with influential leaders from healthcare and other industries. Episode 1 for 2024 features A/Prof Suresh de Silva, the Founder of Radiology Across Borders, leading a dynamic discussion with Lindsay Thitchener, Manager of Sonic Healthcare Foundation. The conversation delves into key topics such as Philanthropy, Creating and Caring, offering thought-provoking insights that aim to leave you inspired. Lindsay Thitchene...

An Interview with Dr Philip Lucas, Chief Executive Officer, Lumus Imaging 27.11.2023 34dk

Dive into the dynamic world of radiology with our latest RABcasts episode featuring Dr. Phil Lucas, CEO of Lumus Imaging. A/Prof Suresh de Silva engages in a riveting conversation with Dr. Lucas, exploring his 25-year journey in the field and his unique perspective on the evolving radiology landscape. Discover the importance of balance in healthcare and gain insights into maintaining a well-rounded life in the demanding realm of radiology. With Dr. Lucas's extensive experience i...

An Interview with Dr Julian Adler, Chief Executive Officer, Sonic Healthcare Australia - Radiology 19.10.2023 39dk

We are excited to bring you the latest episode of RABcasts, where we delve into the world of radiology, healthcare, and philanthropy. In this episode, RAB founder A/Prof Suresh de Silva sits down for a one-on-one interview with our guest, Dr. Julian Adler, Radiologist, and CEO of Sonic Healthcare Imaging. Sonic Healthcare Foundation has been a steadfast partner of our charity, and in this conversation, Julian discusses the incredible support Sonic is providing to emerging nations, with a par...

An Interview with Dr Shrey Viranna, Chief Executive Officer at I-MED Radiology Network 29.06.2023 50dk

Get ready for a captivating journey into the world of radiology! In his recent podcast, A/Prof Suresh de Silva, the visionary founder of Radiology Across Borders, and Dr. Shrey Virana, the accomplished CEO of I-MED, cover an array of intriguing topics that will expand your understanding and stimulate your thoughts. They shed light on the ethical considerations and potential benefits of Artificial Intelligence in radiology, while emphasising the crucial role of collective action ...

Jodie Long - CEO of the Australasian Sonographers Association (ASA) 09.05.2023 39dk

We're excited to announce the release of the second edition of our 2023 RABcast series, featuring an inspiring conversation with Jodie Long, CEO of Australasian Sonographers Association, who is interviewed by A/Prof Suresh de Silva. Join us as we dive deep into philanthropy, AI, and the future of sonography with a healthcare leader who is making waves in the industry. Jodie's insights into the importance of increasing access to ultrasound globally are eye-opening. Did you know that des...

An Interview with Elisabeth Staudinger, MA, Siemens Healthineers Managing Board 08.03.2023 39dk

This episode is in recognition of International Women's Week where A/Prof Suresh de Silva interviews with Elisabeth Staudinger, MA, who been a Member of the Siemens Healthineers Managing Board since December 2021. She has served in diverse management positions with increasing responsibility and was most recently President of the Asia Pacific Region, including Greater China. She has a strong focus on leveraging digitalisation to make healthcare services more accessible, affordable, and availab...

Craig Foster - Leadership, Inspiration, Humanity (Part 2) 18.11.2022 54dk

Welcome to part 2 of our interview with Craig Foster, Socceroo, international sport analyst, humanitarian, Order of Australia recipient and the current New South Wales Australian of the Year nomination. He has many roles and official positions including being on the Australian multicultural council, John Moriarty football foundation, A/Professor at Torrens University, Stan Sport senior football analyst and being an ambassador for amnesty international. We discuss many of the issues that Craig...

Craig Foster - Leadership, Inspiration, Humanity (Part 1) 02.11.2022 49dk

In this podcast we interview Craig Foster, Socceroo, international sport analyst, humanitarian, Order of Australia recipient and the current New South Wales Australian of the Year nomination. He has many roles and official positions including being on the Australian multicultural council, John Moriarty football foundation, A/ professor at Torrens University, Stan sport senior football analyst and being an ambassador for amnesty international. We discuss many of the is...

A Interview With The Man Behind Radiopaedia's Online Library - A/Prof Frank Gaillard 23.09.2022 1sa 16dk

In this episode A/Prof Suresh de Silva interviews with the man who founded and is Editor In Chief of Radiopaedia.org, Associate Professor Frank Gaillard, which he began in December 2005. He is also a neuroradiologist at the University of Melbourne Department of Radiology of the Royal Melbourne Hospital in Australia. In 2021, in recognition of his contribution to radiology education, he was made an Honorary Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists (UK). Frank discusses his reasons ...

COVID-19 Where Do We Stand - an In depth conversation and Q&A with Prof. Tom Gottlieb 26.08.2022 1sa 14dk

Although we have made significant progress in mitigating the medical and social problems related to COVID-19, it does continue to be a significant issue globally. There are still many questions that need to be answered. In this podcast, we interview Professor Tom Gottlieb, head of the Infectious Diseases Department at Concord Hospital, Sydney. Tom provides his insight into key issues. These include the new antiviral treatments that are available to reduce the impact of infection, the b...

Challenges in AI implementation and training the next generation: In conversation with Prof Bruce Forster 14.07.2022 58dk

Prof Forster, former Director of Radiology at the University of British Columbia, and radiologist for the Olympic Games, discusses challenges of AI implementation and recaps the highlights of his unique journey in radiology over the years. As one of the foremost global radiologists and educators of today, we discuss the rewards of training the next generation and get to know the man behind the screen.

AI and Quantum Computing: In conversation with Dr Christoph Zindel 12.04.2022 49dk

Dr Zindel, board member at Siemens Healthineers and a global leader in new technologies, explains where he sees the state of radiology, quantum computing and artificial intelligence today. In view of the advent of personalised medicine and holistic therapy many experts predict the end of healthcare as we know it. However, in many places it is ‘healthcare business as usual.’ This is not in the future; this is happening right now and will impact all of us in some way.