Donut of Destiny

Hosted by SCCT: Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography

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Jun 2026

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The Donut of Destiny -- a podcast that explores new hot topics in cardiovascular CT. Grab a quick bite of the latest happenings. Created by the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography's FIRST committee. Music by Jason Lee.

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June 5, 2026Episode 51 hr 0 min

SCCT Knowledge Lab | The future of CCT: Interview with Stephan Achenbach

In this special podcast episode, we are bringing you the audio from a previously recorded SCCT Knowledge Lab webinar featuring host Praveen Ranganath, MD interviewing Stephan Achenbach, MD, MSCCT as they explore the next frontier of cardiac CT.This discussion blends historical perspective with future projections as Dr. Achenbach shares insights on how technological innovation, emerging clinical evidence and evolving applications of cardiac CT are reshaping the standard of care.The original webinar concluded with a live audience Q&A, offering listeners the opportunity to hear direct engagement with one of the field’s foremost experts in cardiovascular imaging.

May 22, 2026Episode 445 min

CT 3.0: Bridging the Plaque Gaps with Amir Ahmadi, MD, FSCCT | Sponsored episode

On this special industry sponsored episode, host Praveen Ranganath, MD is again joined by the esteemed Amir Ahmadi, MD, FSCCT to discuss the shift from "CT 1.0" to "CT 2.0" and eventually to "CT 3.0". Topics covered include CT-based coronary lesion-level assessment, normalizing plaque analyses, serial coronary CT imaging, reproducibility error margins, and the heart-brain axis. Tune in and enjoy!This episode is sponsored by Elucid. References to a specific product, process, or service by speakers in this podcast episode do not constitute or imply an endorsement by the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography. The views and opinions expressed in do not necessarily reflect those of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography.

April 20, 2026Episode 347 min

AI and cardiac CT: Balancing innovation, accountability and human oversight

Host Praveen Ranganath, MD is joined by cohost Manish Motwani, MBChB, PhD, FSCCT to facilitate a panel discussion on artificial intelligence in cardiac imaging. Panelists:Damini Dey, PhD, FSCCTArthur Shiyovich, MDAlan Vainrib, MDMarly van Assen, MSc, PhD Resources:•Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (CCT): A White Paper of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT)•AI/ML Toolkit AI and Innovations SymposiumFor more thought-provoking discussions on AI and machine learning in cardiac imaging, join us at the SCCT2026 AI and Innovations Symposium on July 9, 2026, where global experts will explore cutting-edge advances, real-world challenges and the future integration of AI into clinical practice.

February 20, 2026Episode 238 min

How new statements are redefining AI-QCPA | Sponsored episode

On this industry-sponsored episode, host Praveen Ranganath speaks with Dr. Ron Blankstein about recent advancements in the interpretation and use of advanced plaque analysis tools based on 3 recent publications: 1. ACC Scientific Statement on Quantitative Coronary Plaque Analysis 2. AHA Scientific Statement on Nonobstructive CAD 3. The Lancet Commission on Rethinking Coronary Artery Disease This episode is sponsored by Heartflow. References to a specific product, process, or service by speakers in this podcast episode do not constitute or imply an endorsement by the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography. The views and opinions expressed in do not necessarily reflect those of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography.

January 21, 2026Episode 153 min

AI-based FFRct: Conversation with Zwanger-Pesiri | Sponsored episode

On this industry-sponsored episode, host Praveen Ranganath, MD speaks with Anthony Puzelli, RT(R)(MR)(CT)(MRSO), Adam Alberti, ARRT (R)(CT)(MR)(MRSO), and Steven Mendelsohn, MD from Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology about their experience with the AI-driven FFRct solution from Keya Medical. Tune in and enjoy!This episode is sponsored by Keya Medical. References to a specific product, process, or service by speakers in this podcast episode do not constitute or imply an endorsement by the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography. The views and opinions expressed in do not necessarily reflect those of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography.

December 29, 2025Episode 1238 min

Early career perspectives: The first year as an attending

Host Praveen Ranganath, MD is joined by FiRST Committee members Shruti Hegde, MD; Ady Orbach, MD, MSc; and Jonathan Pan, MD for a candid conversation on navigating the transition from cardiac imaging training into the first year of attending practice. Tune in and enjoy!

December 19, 2025Episode 1136 min

Uncovering Hidden Cardiac Risk with AI-powered Fat Attenuation Index Score (FAI-Score™) | Sponsored episode

On this industry-sponsored episode, host Praveen Ranganath is joined by guest Dr. Pete Tomlins, Head of Innovation, Caristo Diagnostics, to discuss the FAI-Score, a novel imaging marker that enables doctors to see coronary inflammation, the previously invisible underlying driver of heart attacks and stroke. Tune in to learn about:Pericoronary adipose tissue (PCAT) imaging - a ‘biosensor’ for invisible coronary inflammationFAI-Score – transforming PCAT imaging into a standardized clinical measure of coronary inflammationThe future of cardiac risk assessment – combing invisible inflammation with visible plaque on CCTAThis episode is sponsored by Caristo Diagnostics. References to a specific product, process, or service by speakers in this podcast episode do not constitute or imply an endorsement by the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography. The views and opinions expressed in do not necessarily reflect those of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography.

November 25, 2025Episode 1019 min

Computational fluid dynamics in cardiac computed tomography: Insights into structural heart disease

On this episode of the Donut of Destiny, hosts Sotirios Evangelou, MD, FSCCT and Nisha Hosadurg , MBBS speak with guest Alan Vainrib, MD on how computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is emerging as a powerful research tool for understanding blood-flow behavior in structural heart disease. Using CT/MRI-based models, CFD can simulate pressures, velocities, shear stress and even post-procedure hemodynamics — offering new possibilities for evaluating aortic stenosis, planning TAVR and guiding mitral, tricuspid and LAAO interventions.

November 14, 2025Episode 947 min

Paradigm shift: Ischemia to Atheroma | Sponsored episode

In this industry-sponsored episode, host Praveen Ranganath, MD is joined by returning guest, Amir Ahmadi, MD, FSCCT to discuss the paradigm shift from an ischemia-driven to an atheroma-driven approach to cardiovascular disease. Tune in and enjoy!This episode is sponsored by Elucid.References to a specific product, process, or service by speakers in this podcast episode do not constitute or imply an endorsement by the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography. The views and opinions expressed in do not necessarily reflect those of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography.

August 15, 2025Episode 831 min

Building a Cardiac CT Program Series: Seth Uretsky | Sponsored episode

In this industry sponsored episode, host Praveen Ranganath speaks with Dr. Seth Uretsky from Morristown Medical Center about the growth of their multimodality cardiac imaging program. Tune in and enjoy!This episode is sponsored by GE HealthCare.References to a specific product, process, or service by speakers in this podcast episode do not constitute or imply an endorsement by the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography. The views and opinions expressed in do not necessarily reflect those of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography.

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