ACR announces new plan to 'empower radiologists of the future'

The American College of Radiology released detailed plans Thursday to enrich the future of radiology by improving patient care and member value based on several strategic objectives. 

The “Empowering the Radiologist of the Future” initiative was announced in an ACR news release that highlighted the college’s key objectives to drive the enhancement of radiologic care while also bolstering quality for all Americans over the next several years. 

“The strategic plan — developed by, with and for members — makes ACR decision making more inclusive, transparent and effective as it positions members, their practices and the ACR for future success,” said Howard B. Fleishon, MD, chair of the American College of Radiology Board of Chancellors. 

The plan includes 12 key objectives, including increasing the ACR’s external influence and engagement for its younger members, strengthening inclusivity and transparency, leveraging new technology and artificial intelligence, as well as nourishing its members’ sense of purpose and confidence in the future of their careers, just to name a few. 

The ACR categorized these initiatives into four organizational perspectives: capacity building, organizational processes, finances and members.  

“This bold new initiative will help bring our members together to speak with one voice, to act to improve patient care, and to bolster the college’s position at the forefront of US medicine,” said Frank J.  Lexa, MD, MBA, co-chair of the ACR Strategic Planning Committee. “Our strategy work will guide the ACR as our healthcare system undergoes rapid changes in regulation, in payment, in types of care delivery, as well as from a host of other challenging factors.” 

The ACR stated that it plans to update members as progress towards their new objectives is made. 

For more information on the strategic plan, you can visit the ACR website here.

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In addition to her background in journalism, Hannah also has patient-facing experience in clinical settings, having spent more than 12 years working as a registered rad tech. She began covering the medical imaging industry for Innovate Healthcare in 2021.

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