Event Speaker
Audrey Verde, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor, Neuroradiologist
Duke University
Sessions
Smart Semantics: Transforming Narratives to Actionable Data
Presented by Tarik Alkasab, MD, PhD, Michael Hood, MD, Namita Gandhi, MD, MScHI , Audrey Verde, MD, PhD in Radiology Jun 10, 2026 | 5:15 PM.
Radiology is increasingly dependent on structured, interoperable data to support clinical decision-making, workflow efficiency, and responsible AI development. This session introduces a cohesive framework connecting three essential components of radiology data standardization: Common Data Elements (CDEs), RadLex, and the Open Imaging Data Model (OIDM). Together, these tools enable consistent documentation of imaging observations, semantic interoperability across…
Under Pressure: Industry Imaging Strategies to Rise Above Chaos
#AskIndustry Panel Discussion
Presented by Imad B. Nijim, MBA, Kyle Souligne, Lyle McMillin, MBA, Audrey Verde, MD, PhD, Steve Deaton in Radiology Jun 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM.
It’s clear that Imaging is being shaken, some would say “tested” by many challenges, including the scarcity of radiologists, growing imaging volume, anxiety about AI, and the inevitable negative impact on patient care. The current radiologist shortage is projected to continue for years to come and only add fuel to the fires that are raging in…
