Dr. McKinney describes the rising position of the “preventional radiologist” — an idea redefining radiology’s influence on affected person care. Not like diagnostic or interventional radiologists, preventionists establish surprising, high-risk findings (like coronary calcifications on CT or arterial calcifications on mammograms) that would affect long-term well being outcomes. This proactive method fosters collaboration with cardiology, oncology and first care groups, creating new workflows and patient-facing roles. By driving early detection and well timed intervention, preventionists unlock new worth streams, enhance affected person outcomes and reinforce radiology’s position as a important catalyst for healthcare transformation.