Outstanding Community Impact Award

RSNA's inaugural Outstanding Community Impact Award will recognize and celebrate an individual in the radiologic sciences who has made exceptional contributions to patient care and health care delivery through service to the community.

Beginning in 2024, the Outstanding Community Impact Award will be presented each year to one individual at the RSNA annual meeting.

To be considered, individuals should submit the self-nomination form highlighting their measurable and sustainable impact to their communities through an initiative or partnership they created or through a history of efforts in enhancing patient care and health care delivery.

Nominations are open

Review award criteria and eligibility below and submit your nomination by April 30 at 5 p.m. CT.

Award criteria and eligibility 

Criteria
Nominees and their contributions to patient care and health care delivery should include the following criteria:

  • Measurable and demonstrated impact on the community
  • Sustainability of initiative(s) over time
  • Demonstrate the individual’s leadership role and/or use of advocacy
  • Commitment to RSNA mission and core values

Eligibility
To be considered for the award, nominees must meet the following requirements: 

  • Membership in RSNA at the time of nomination
  • Not a current member of the Outstanding Community Impact Award Committee
  • Not a current member of the RSNA Board of Directors
  • Have not received an RSNA Gold Medal

Nomination process

An online nomination form must be submitted during the open call period to be considered. The Outstanding Community Impact Award Committee will review nominations and make recommendations to the RSNA Board of Directors. The final honoree will be selected by the Board of Directors.

Submit a nomination

Please submit your nomination by April 30 at 5 p.m. CT.

Submit a nomination

Contact us

For questions, please contact committees@rsna.org.