Dispatches January 2025

Gold Medal, Honorary Fellows, Distinguished Achievement Award, and Global Humanitarian Awards
2024 Chapter Recognition Awards
RLI Leadership Awards
Upcoming ACR Educational Opportunities

Gold Medal, Honorary Fellows, Distinguished Achievement Award, and Global Humanitarian Awards

The nomination period for the following awards and honors is now open.

The ACR Gold Medal is awarded by the BOC to an individual for extraordinary service to the ACR or to the discipline of radiology in teaching, basic research, clinical investigation or radiologic statesmanship.
ACR Honorary Fellows are elected by the BOC in recognition of outstanding contributions to the science or practice of radiology by individuals who — by virtue of residence, education, profession or lack of board certification — are ineligible for admission as members in any category other than international.
The Distinguished Achievement Award is awarded by the BOC in recognition of highly notable service to the College and the profession, or in recognition of other action or achievement that reflects in a uniquely favorable manner on the College and the profession at the national level.

Learn more about eligibility criteria and submit your nominations for the Gold Medal, Honorary Fellows, and Distinguished Achievement Award by July 1, 2025.

The ACR Foundation Global Humanitarian Award recognizes outstanding individuals, organizations and programs working to improve access to and equitable delivery of quality radiological services in low- and middle-income countries and in areas of need within more developed nations. Award recipients may be self-nominated or nominated by a peer no later than Aug. 31, 2025.

2024 Chapter Recognition Awards

Applications are now being accepted for the Chapter Recognition Awards. The Chapter Recognition Awards were created by the ACR in 2003 to acknowledge the College’s various chapters and their success, achievements and innovative ideas. Applications can be submitted for any achievements made in the calendar year of 2024 and can be made in four categories: Meetings and Education, Quality and Safety, Government Relations and Membership.

For more information about the awards and how to apply, visit the ACR website. Nominations are due Jan. 15.

RLI Leadership Awards

The Radiology Leadership Institute^® (RLI) annually recognizes outstanding contributions in radiology through three prestigious awards: the new Philips Emerging Leaders RLI Scholarship for 10 promising residents or fellows, the RLI Impact in Leadership Award for an individual whose involvement in an RLI course or program significantly contributed to the successful execution of a project or initiative within their practice or institution, and the RLI Leadership Luminary Award for an individual whose leadership qualities and innovative spirit has made a lasting impact on the field. Applicants must secure at least one letter of recommendation and submit it with their completed applications by Friday, Feb. 7. Winners will be announced at the 2025 ACR Annual Meeting in May and honored at the RLI Summit, Sept. 26–28.

Learn more about these awards.

Upcoming ACR Educational Opportunities

Fifth Annual ACR Medical Student Symposium

Join the ACR Medical Student Section’s Medical Student Symposium, a one-day virtual experience organized by medical students on Jan. 25, 2025. Throughout the day, you will explore the field of radiology and hear from radiologists from different specialties, a program director panel and much more. There will also be a case competition with prizes, and students are encouraged to submit presentations that showcase unique radiology cases related to the “Rarities.”

RLI Leadership Accelerator Course

Leadership isn’t just about titles — it’s about making an impact. In the RLI Leadership Accelerator course, you’ll learn to navigate hospital operations, build effective teams and influence change. Are you ready to be the leader that drives transformation and influences hospital-wide initiatives? Gain practical tools, from financial analysis to conflict management, so you can make an immediate impact.

RLI Learning to Lead Bootcamp

The Learning to Lead Bootcamp by the RLI addresses the unique challenges radiologists face when transitioning into leadership roles. Recognizing that technical expertise alone is insufficient for effective leadership, this workshop focuses on essential skills such as communication, decision-making and team dynamics, all of which are vital for building credibility and influence. Whether you're new to leadership, pursuing a promotion or dealing with current challenges, this program offers the knowledge necessary to thrive in a leadership position through pre-recorded presentations and mentorship during a live two-and-a-half-hour webinar.

ACR Education Center’s Breast MR Course

Registration is now open for the ACR Education Center’s Breast MR course. This course provides a unique opportunity for radiologists to learn in a hands-on, self-paced environment with esteemed faculty and engaging lectures. Those who take part in the course will gain new approaches to interpreting breast MR images, as well as improve critical decision-making skills for screening and diagnostic studies. Participants will also gain experience in evaluating breast implants and improving their understanding of lymph node assessments all while earning up to 20.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM. This course will be conducted over a two-day span and will take place six times in 2025, with the next course scheduled for Jan. 13–14.

Learn more and register today.