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Building a Society where every member feels welcome and can access opportunities for career advancement and success.

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Mission Statement

To promote accessibility of SAR resources and opportunities so that all SAR members, faculty and trainees can advance in their careers in research, education and service to the Society.

Career Development

Programs and practical resources for early, mid, and later career radiologists, plus work/life and wellness guidance.

Leading Teams

Resources for leading diverse teams, addressing health care disparities, and strengthening inclusive leadership.

Resources & References

Curated videos, articles, professional development tools, bias resources, and anti-racism references.

Career Development Resources

Explore opportunities organized by career phase, along with resources supporting sustainable careers and personal well-being.

Career Advancement - Early Career
Career Advancement - Mid & Later Career
Career Advancement - All Career Phases
Work / Life
Articles
Books
  • 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think by Laura Vanderkam
  • What Successful People Do Before Breakfast by Laura Vanderkam
  • A Factory of One by Daniel Markovitz
Wellness & Burnout
Articles
  • Addressing Physician Burnout
  • Fessell D, Cherniss C. Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and Beyond: Micropractices for Burnout Prevention and Emotional Wellness. J Am Coll Radiol. 2020; S1546-1440(20)30290-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jacr.2020.03.013
  • Sexton JB, Adair KC. Forty-five Good Things: A Prospective Pilot Study of the Three Good Things Well-being Intervention in the USA for Healthcare Worker Emotional Exhaustion, Depression, Work-Life Balance and Happiness. BMJ Open. 2019; e022695.
  • Chetlen AL, Chan TL, Ballard DH, et al. Addressing Burnout in Radiologists. Acad Radiol. 2019;26(4):526–533.
  • Fishman MDC, Mehta TS, Siewert B, Bender CE, Kruskal JB. The Road to Wellness: Engagement Strategies to Help Radiologists Achieve Joy at Work. Radiographics. 2018;38(6):1651–1664.
  • Harolds JA, Parikh JR, Bluth EI, Dutton SC, Recht MP. Burnout of Radiologists: Frequency, Risk Factors, and Remedies: A Report of the ACR Commission on Human Resources. J Am Coll Radiol. 2016;13(4):411–416.
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Leading Teams to Improve Patient Care

Evidence and tools for inclusive leadership, equitable care, and stronger teams.

Leading Diverse Teams
  • Articles
    • Campbell KM, Hudson BD, Tumin D. Releasing the Net to Promote Minority Faculty Success in Academic Medicine. J Racial Ethn Health Disparities. 2020 Apr;7(2):202-206.
    • Kubik-Huch RA, Vilgrain V, Krestin GP, Reiser MF, Attenberger UI, Muellner AU, Hess CP, Hricak H. Women in radiology: gender diversity is not a metric-it is a tool for excellence. Eur Radiol. 2020;30(3):1644-1652.
    • Pandharipande PV, Mercaldo ND, Lietz AP, Seguin CL, Neal CD, Deville C, Parikh JR, Sadigh G, Sepulveda KA, Maturen KE, Cox J, Bansal S, Macura KJ, Donelan K. Identifying Barriers to Building a Diverse Physician Workforce: A National Survey of the ACR Membership. J Am Coll Radiol. 2019 Aug;16(8):1091-1101.
    • Kruskal JB, Patel AK, Levine D, Cannon CL, Macura KJ, Allen BJ, Meltzer C.  Fostering Diversity and Inclusion: A Summary of the 2017 Intersociety Summer Conference. JACR. 2018;15(5): 794.
    • Krishnaraj A, Pesch AJ. Navigating Generational Differences in Radiology. Radiographics. 2018 Oct;38(6):1672-1679.
    • Emery, C. R., D. Boatright, and K. Culbreath. 2018. Stat! An action plan for replacing the broken system of recruitment and retention of underrepresented minorities in medicine. NAM Perspectives. Discussion Paper, National Academy of Medicine, Washington, DC. https://doi.org/10.31478/201809a
    • Gender Differences in the Impact of Leadership Styles on Subordinate Embeddedness and Job Satisfaction The Leadership Quarterly 2014; 25:4, 660-671
    • Hong L, Page SE. Groups of diverse problem solvers can outperform groups of high-ability problem solvers. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 2004;101:16385
    • Cohen JJ, Gabriel BA, Terrell C. The case for diversity in the health care workforce. Health Aff (Millwood). 2002;21:90
  • Books
    • Be in Charge – A Leadership Manual by Alexander Marulis
    • Leading Change by John P. Kotter
Health Care Disparities
  • Articles
    • Nair L, et al. Cultural Competence and Ethnic Diversity in Healthcare Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2019. PMID: 31333951
    • Roundtable on Health Literacy; Board on Population Health and Public Health Practice; Health and Medicine Division; National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Integrating Health Literacy, Cultural Competence, and Language Access Services: Workshop Summary. Washington (DC): National Academies Press (US); 2016 Jul 14. PMID: 27441332.
    • Marrast, L.M., Zallman, L., Woolhandler, S., Bor, D.H., McCormick, D. Minority physicians’ role in the care of underserved patients: diversifying the physician workforce may be key in addressing health disparities. JAMA Intern Med. 2014;174:289.
  • Curriculums and Courses

Resources and References

Curated resources, research, and practical tools on diversity in medicine, bias, inclusive professional development, and anti-racism.

Diversity in Medicine
Video
Articles
  • Kubik-Huch RA, Vilgrain V, Krestin GP, Reiser MF, Attenberger UI, Muellner AU, Hess CP, Hricak H. Women in Radiology: Gender Diversity Is Not a Metric—It Is a Tool for Excellence. Eur Radiol. 2020;30(3):1644–1652.
  • Esfahani SA, Lee A, Hu JY, Kelly M, Magudia K, Everett C, Szabunio M, Ackerman S, Spalluto LB. Challenges Faced by Women in Radiology During the Pandemic—A Summary of the AAWR Women’s Caucus at the ACR 2020 Annual Meeting. Clin Imaging. 2020;68:291–294.
  • Pandharipande PV, Mercaldo ND, Lietz AP, Seguin CL, Neal CD, Deville C, Parikh JR, Sadigh G, Sepulveda KA, Maturen KE, Cox J, Bansal S, Macura KJ, Donelan K. Identifying Barriers to Building a Diverse Physician Workforce: A National Survey of the ACR Membership. J Am Coll Radiol. 2019;16(8):1091–1101.
  • Kruskal JB, Patel AK, Levine D, Cannon CL, Macura KJ, Allen BJ, Meltzer C. Fostering Diversity and Inclusion: A Summary of the 2017 Intersociety Summer Conference. J Am Coll Radiol. 2018;15(5):794.
  • Carr PL, Raj A, Kaplan SE, Terrin N, Breeze JL, Freund KM. Gender Differences in Academic Medicine: Retention, Rank, and Leadership Comparisons From the National Faculty Survey. Acad Med. 2018;93(11):1694–1699.
  • Spalluto LB, Arleo EK, Lewis MC, Oates ME, Macura KJ. Addressing Needs of Women Radiologists: Opportunities for Practice Leaders to Facilitate Change. Radiographics. 2018;38(6):1626–1637.
  • Lightfoote JB, Deville C, Ma LD, et al. Diversity, Inclusion, and Representation: It Is Time to Act. J Am Coll Radiol. 2016;13:1421.
  • Jagsi R, Guancial EA, Worobey CC, Henault LE, Chang Y, Starr R, Tarbell NJ, Hylek EM. The “Gender Gap” in Authorship of Academic Medical Literature—A 35-Year Perspective. N Engl J Med. 2006;355(3):281.
  • Rodriguez JE, Campbell KM, Fogarty JP, Williams RL. Underrepresented Minority Faculty in Academic Medicine: A Systematic Review of URM Faculty Development. Fam Med. 2014;46(2):100–104.
  • Beech BM, Calles-Escandon J, Hairston KG, Langdon SE, Latham-Sadler BA, Bell RA. Mentoring Programs for Underrepresented Minority Faculty in Academic Medical Centers: A Systematic Review of the Literature. Acad Med. 2013;88(4):541–549.
  • Hong L, Page SE. Groups of Diverse Problem Solvers Can Outperform Groups of High-Ability Problem Solvers. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2004;101:16385.
Websites
Resources on Bias
Resources to Diversity and Inclusion Professional Development
Resources on Anti-Racism

How to Get Involved in SAR

Answers to common questions about membership, leadership, mentoring, presentations, grants, and volunteer opportunities.

How do I become a SAR member?

SAR offers several membership categories with specific requirements. Review the membership types and complete the appropriate online application.

How do I become a committee member?

SAR sends a call for volunteers each summer. Members are encouraged to apply and can review current committees on the SAR website.

How do I become a Fellow of the Society?

SAR issues a call for Fellow nominations each summer or fall. Self-nominations are permitted, and eligibility is governed by the SAR bylaws.

When are annual meeting abstracts submitted?

The call for abstracts is generally announced in late July. Deadlines are usually in September or October, with Power Science submissions typically due in early December.

How can I become an annual meeting workshop lecturer?

SAR invites workshop proposals in the spring, usually with submissions due in early summer. Members are encouraged to identify programming gaps and collaborate with DFP colleagues.

How can I find a co-presenter?

You may invite someone with shared interests or submit a workshop concept independently. SAR workshop coordinators may pair solo applicants with a complementary speaker.

How are plenary lecturers selected?

Plenary sessions are organized by the incoming SAR President-Elect with input from the Annual Meeting Council Educational Program Committee.

How can I find or become a mentor?

Participate in the RFS mentorship program and connect with potential mentors through SAR events and the annual meeting.

What opportunities exist for early-career radiologists?

Join the Early Career Committee, participate in a DFP or ETC, propose a workshop, submit an abstract, or volunteer for a committee.

How do I apply for SAR research grants?

SAR offers the Wylie J. Dodds Research Award, Morton A. Bosniak Research Award, and Howard S. Stern Research Grant. Applications generally require a proposal and budget.

How can I propose changes to SAR meetings or the Society?

Share feedback through course evaluations and direct communication with SAR leadership. Feedback is reviewed to improve future programs.

How do I become a leader in SAR?

Become a member, participate in meetings, network, volunteer for committees, pursue Fellowship, and express interest in leadership responsibilities.

How can I hear about volunteer opportunities?

Make sure SAR informational emails are reaching your inbox and add admin@abdominalradiology.org to your safe-sender list.

How can I follow SAR on social media?

Follow the Society of Abdominal Radiology on X/Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

How do I become involved in a DFP or ETC?

Build expertise in your area, review the current active panels, and contact panel chairs. You may also propose a new panel to address an unmet need.

How can I connect with other SAR members?

The annual meeting and SAR social channels are the best places to meet and engage with other members.

One SAR Annual Awards

The One SAR Committee recognizes members whose work expands opportunity, professional growth, service, education, and research.

Ramchandani–Sadowski Award

Recognizes career-long efforts to promote advancement in education, service, research, and radiology. Nominations and self-nominations are open to active mid-career and senior SAR members.

One SAR Professional Development Award

Provides a travel stipend and the opportunity to shadow a senior SAR leader. Intended for active early-career members who can describe how the award will advance their professional development.

One SAR Awards Application

Your Voice Matters

Help One SAR continue building an accessible and welcoming Society. Share an idea, concern, or suggestion with the committee.

Open the SAR Suggestion Box