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Episode 31: Sustainability in Healthcare with Dr Cassandra Thiel
Tuesday, 21 April, 2026
On this Earth Day special episode of the ESMRMB Podcast, we explore the often-overlooked environmental impact of medical imaging.Here, Dr. Moss Zhao speaks with Dr. Cassandra Thiel, a leader in sustainable healthcare systems, to discuss how tools like life cycle assessment are reshaping our understanding of technologies such as MRI — from manufacturing and energy use to data storage and disposal.Together, we examine the hidden carbon footprint of imaging, lessons from global healthcare systems, and practical steps clinicians and scientists can take today to reduce environmental impact without compromising patient care.This episode was edited by Helena Durrant.
