Nuclear medicine is uniquely positioned at the intersection of diagnostics and therapeutics, so should it remain housed with imaging modalities, or stand alone as an independent specialty? Those against independence cite its commonalities with other specialties and the necessity of integrating nuclear medicine into more parts of patient care. Proponents cite the field's specialized workforce, as well as clinical and operational needs, adding that nuclear medicine faces challenges not served by other departments. Are we better within another department, or should we fly solo? Host Ken Herrmann, MD, PhD., is joined by Ora Israel, MD, Martin Pomper, MD, PhD, and Johannes Czernin, MD, to debate the pros and cons of independence. Spoiler alert: every expert on this JNM panel has a different opinion. What's yours?  Listen now!

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