Bridging AI and Clinical Practice: A Conversation with Dr. Tessa Cook

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tessa Cook, a radiologist, imaging informatics expert and Vice Chair of Practice Transformation at Penn Medicine, to explore how artificial intelligence is being applied to real clinical challenges in radiology. Dr. Cook shares insights into her career path, the evolving role of informatics, and how trainees can get involved in this rapidly growing space. We also discuss common misconceptions about AI, its role in medical education, and what the future of radiology may look like in the next decade. Whether you're a medical student curious about AI or a future radiologist navigating innovation, this episode offers an honest, practical conversation about where AI is today — and where it's headed.