Outstanding Community Impact Award Nominations Open

RSNA is seeking nominations for the Outstanding Community Impact Award that recognizes and celebrates an individual in the field of radiology who has made exceptional contributions to patient care and health care delivery through service to the community.

To be considered for this prestigious award, 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. Individuals may also nominate someone else for the award by submitting a nomination form. If a candidate receives multiple nominations, only the first nomination submitted will be considered.

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
• If the initiative involves a group of individuals, demonstrate the critical role of the nominee
• Participation in the initiative exemplifies a contribution that goes above and beyond the responsibilities typically associated with the nominee's professional or RSNA volunteer role
• Commitment to RSNA's 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

The nomination window will be open through April 10, 5 p.m. CT. Learn about award criteria and eligibility details.