Siimcast

In the latest episode of SIIMcast, part of our mini-series "My Informatics Journey," we are thrilled to feature Dr. Rick Wiggins, a name many of our listeners will recognize from his previous appearances and insightful presentations at SIIM conferences. This episode offers a deep dive into Dr. Wiggins's personal journey into the field of imaging informatics, blending his early career aspirations with a passion for technology and education. From his undergraduate studies in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering to an unexpected shift towards radiology and informatics, Dr. Wiggins shares his story with the warmth and wit he's known for. Listeners will be taken on a journey back to the advent of digital imaging, experiencing the evolution of creating digital teaching files to the development of sophisticated web-based educational tools. Dr. Wiggins’s narrative is a vivid illustration of how technology has revolutionized medical education and patient care, emphasizing his significant contributions to digita