That's why we publish stories on prickly topics like the economic crisis in mammography, the shortcomings of PACS workstations, and the risks of radiation overexposure. This is good journalism, DI-style. Our intent is to tell the truth so that readers have the information they need to exercise good judgment. It so happens that putting our audience ahead of immediate financial interests has proved to be a pretty good business strategy. We didn't know that in 1983, but after watching the demise of other magazines that pandered to their markets, it became obvious that there is no substitute for respecting the people for whom you write.
Radiology is an irreplaceable discipline that does great service to humanity.
It's been a privilege to bear witness to the highs and some of the lows of this remarkable field. Under new editorial leadership, DI will serve its readers by continuing its pursuit of the best journalism possible.