RSNA Committees

Bylaws and Resolutions Committee
Serves as a fact-finding and advisory committee on matters pertaining to the RSNA Bylaws. Edits and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors on all proposed amendments and prepares and submits proposals for voting by the membership.
• Qualifications: Familiarity with RSNA Bylaws.
• Time commitment: 1 - 2 hours required for review of proposals.
International Relations & Education Committee (CIRE)
Responsible for (1) implementing Board-authorized programs designed to educate and train qualified international radiologists on issues, skills and technologies not readily available to them, particularly those in developing and emerging nations; (2) pursuing programs, including electronic applications for distance learning, to enhance and elevate the level of radiologic education in emerging nations; (3) providing educational programs and materials at the Annual Meeting to raise awareness of RSNA involvement in international education and outreach, as well as spotlighting relevant issues identified through committee programs; and (4) advising the Board of Directors on international issues in radiology education and research.
• Qualifications: Interest in advancing radiology education worldwide.
• Time commitment: Approximately 14 hours, including a 1-hour teleconference, attendance of the National Society Forum breakfast held during the Annual Meeting, and a 2-hour meeting held during the Annual Meeting, preparation and followup. The Chair spends approximately 4 additional hours in setting the meeting agenda and reviewing correspondence.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
Molecular Imaging Committee
Responsible for monitoring the evolving science and clinical applications of molecular and functional imaging and considering their ramifications for RSNA and RSNA members; working collaboratively with other RSNA Committees or independently, as appropriate, to design and implement programs to integrate molecular and functional imaging science and scientists into the appropriate RSNA programs and products; and making recommendations to the RSNA Board of Directors regarding needed actions, policies, and issues to consider to achieve its vision for the future as it relates to the science and practice of biomedical imaging.
• Qualifications: Expertise in the molecular imaging subspecialty area.
• Time commitment: Attendance at a full-day meeting, two or three teleconferences throughout the year, and a two-hour meeting held during the Annual Meeting. The Chair spends approximately 4 additional hours setting the meeting agenda and reviewing correspondence.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
• Members-in-Training may be appointed.
Professionalism Committee
Responsible for staying current with the American Board of Medical Specialties/Council of Medical Specialty Societies/Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education requirements for competency in professionalism and with the statements on, developments in, and resources for professionalism in other medical specialties; periodically reviewing RSNA educational activities and resources to determine if they strengthen radiologists' understanding of an ability to carry out their responsibilities as professionals; and recommending and helping develop activities and resources in professionalism, and periodically evaluating and revising these.
• Qualifications: Formal training and/or an interest in issues of professionalism in medicine, and particularly professional issues in radiology.
• Time commitment: Attendance at a 1-day meeting, several 1-hour teleconferences throughout the year, and a meeting held during the Annual Meeting in order to organize and teach an educational program.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
• Members-in-Training may be appointed.
Public Information Advisors Network (PIAN)
Provides information in subspecialty areas of expertise for communications with the media or recommends other spokespersons appropriate to the subject, and reviews press releases and news features for scientific accuracy.
• Qualifications: Expertise in one or more radiologic specialty areas, willingness to express an opinion to the media on sometimes controversial issues.
• Time commitment: Moderate; attendance at a luncheon meeting held during the Annual Meeting.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
Public Information Committee (PIC)
Responsible for making public information activity recommendations to the Board of Directors based on needs assessment, the RSNA Strategic Plan, and evaluations of existing programs and activities; conducting and reporting on public information needs assessment; and evaluating current public information programs.
• Time commitment: Attendance at a 1-day meeting, one or two teleconferences throughout the year, and a meeting held during the Annual Meeting, and service on one of the following subcommittees:
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
• Media Relations Subcommittee
Responsible for the press conference program at the Annual Meeting; press releases on journal articles; media briefings; and ad hoc public information issues.
• Qualifications: Interest in explaining radiology to public and knowledge of other radiologists who can also do so.
• Outreach Subcommittee
Responsible for assisting in planning, conducting, and evaluating outreach activities.
• Qualifications: Interest in increasing public awareness of radiology.
Quality Improvement Committee (QIC)
Responsible for implementing a continuous quality improvement initiative in order to advance the science of quality value proposition to radiologists through RSNA-led education and research.
• Qualifications: Interest in health care quality issues and programs, as well as some previous experience in CQI programs.
• Time commitment: Attendance at a 1-day meeting, two or three teleconferences throughout the year, and a 2-hour meeting held during the Annual Meeting.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
RSNA-ACR Public Information Web Site Committee
Responsible for the radiology content of the Public Information Web site (RadiologyInfo) and monitoring and evaluating the success of the Web site.
• Qualifications: Interest in increasing public awareness of radiology.
• Time commitment: Attendance at a 1-day meeting and periodic teleconferences throughout the year.
Radiology Informatics Committee
Responsible for promoting education and research regarding critical emerging technologies and digital imaging and health care information systems, and for fostering cooperation among the imaging professions and industries to drive innovation and advance the quality and efficiency of patient care through technology.
• Qualifications: Interest/expertise in medical informatics.
• Time commitment: Meets at least four days per year along with a 1½-hour teleconference, and requires additional participation in project management outside of meetings.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
• Members-in-Training may be appointed.
• Imaging Informatics Coalition Subcommittee
Works on a joint committee with members of the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM) to plan collaborative activities between the two organizations.
• Qualifications: Interest/expertise in medical informatics, distributed education and research systems, clinical trial process systems.
• Time commitment: Attendance on monthly 1-hour teleconferences that include planning for joint SIIM and RSNA collaborative courses during the RSNA and SIIM Annual Meetings.
• Integrating the Healthcare Enterprise (IHE®) Subcommittee
Responsible for providing input and oversight for the IHE® Radiology Planning and Technical Committees to ensure that their work reflects the clinical priorities of radiologists and serves the goal of enhancing patient care.
• Qualifications: Interest/expertise in medical informatics, distributed education and research systems, clinical trial process systems.
• Time commitment: Attendance at two 1-day meetings and approximately four 1-hour teleconferences per year.
• Medical Imaging Resource Center (MIRC®) Subcommittee
Helps make medical information accessible to the radiology community through the Internet for research, education and clinical care. Responsible for overseeing development of MIRC® software and efforts to encourage the adoption of MIRC by the imaging industry and by users in the radiology community.
• Qualifications: Interest/expertise in medical informatics, distributed education and research systems, clinical trial process systems.
• Time commitment: Attendance at two 1-day meetings and approximately six 1-hour teleconferences per year.
• Radlex® Steering Committee
Responsible for creating lexicons for radiology subdisciplines to develop a single language that can be used to describe salient aspects of an imaging examination (e.g. modality, technique, visual features, anatomy, and pathology) to facilitate the organization of multiple diverse information sources including teaching files, clinical trials databases, clinical structured reports, Web-based information resources, image archives, and other radiology information systems.
• Qualifications: Interest/expertise in medical informatics, distributed education and research systems, clinical trial process systems.
• Time commitment: Attendance at two 1-day meetings and approximately four 1-hour teleconferences per year.
• Structured Reporting Subcommittee
Responsible for evaluating and developing reporting systems, processes, and tools that enable radiology information to be captured, stored, and presented in a clear, organized, and consistent format. Structured reporting can facilitate the tracking of finding attributes, such as size and location, and can prompt the radiologist to record information necessary for high-quality patient care. Structured reporting processes should be at least as time-efficient as dictation. Radiology report data captured in structure form improves report readability, facilitates many radiology processes including order entry and automated billing, and supports the subsequent use and analysis of radiology information for research, quality improvement, and decision-support.
• Qualifications: Interest/expertise in structured reporting.
• Time commitment: Attendance at a 2-day meeting, approximately four 1-hour teleconferences per year, and a meeting held during the Annual Meeting.
Research Development Committee (RDC)
Responsible for studying, developing and implementing programs, databases and materials to promote research throughout the radiologic community. The committee's purview is to include, but not be limited to, a clearinghouse of funding sources and education/training programs to enhance radiologic research.
• Qualifications: History of having conducted research in radiology or the radiological sciences.
• Time commitment: Approximately 20 hours, including attendance at a 1-day meeting, two or three teleconferences throughout the year, preparation, and subcommittee work. The Chair spends approximately 5-10 additional hours setting the meeting agenda and reviewing correspondence.
• Members-in-Training may be appointed.

RSNA Committees and Boards for Publications

Education Editorial Board (RadioGraphics)
A bimonthly peer-reviewed journal devoted exclusively to radiology-related education exhibits, evolving technology, high-quality digital imaging and continuing medical education.
RSNA News Editorial Board
Responsible for providing general editorial direction to the magazine, reviewing the content plans, suggesting areas of interest for articles and reviewing and approving articles prior to publication.
• Time commitment: Review News articles, participate in one or two teleconferences throughout the year, and attendance at a luncheon meeting held during the Annual Meeting.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
• Members-in-Training may be appointed.
Radiology
A monthly peer-reviewed journal providing the authoritative reference for the most current, clinically relevant and highest quality research in the field of radiology.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.

RSNA Committees and Board for the Scientific Assembly

Daily Bulletin Editorial Board
Responsible for the editorial policy and content of the Daily Bulletin, working in conjunction with the appropriate staff both throughout the Annual Meeting and during the planning stages for the Daily Bulletin.
• Time commitment: Responsibility for daily content review during the Annual Meeting, attendance at a breakfast meeting held during the Annual Meeting, and a teleconference per year.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
• Members-in-Training may be appointed.
Education Exhibits Committee
Responsible for reviewing and selecting all education exhibits proffered for the Annual Meeting through formal application, within budgetary and space limitations, and is responsible for developing AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ programming within the education exhibits. Responsibilities include extensive administrative functions, communication, and organization of printed materials, and the development, implementation and evaluation of electronic exhibits.
• Qualifications: Expert in one of the radiology subspecialty areas.
• Time commitment: Approximately 20 hours reviewing abstracts from April 20 through May 14; attendance at a 5-hour meeting held during the Annual Meeting. Throughout the year, the Chair attends two 1-day meetings, a 2-day meeting, the Annual Meeting; and spends approximately 50 hours overseeing the work of the subcommittees and coordinating Cases of the Day.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
• Breast Subcommittee
• Cardiac Subcommittee
• Chest Subcommittee
• Emergency Radiology Subcommittee
• Gastrointestinal Subcommittee
• Multisystem/Special Interest Subcommittee
• Musculoskeletal Subcommittee
• Neuroradiology Subcommittee
• Nuclear Medicine Subcommittee
• Obstetrics/Gynecology Subcommittee
• Pediatrics Subcommittee
• Physics Subcommittee
• Policy & Practice Subcommittee
• Radiation Oncology Subcommittee
• Radiology Informatics Subcommittee
• Uroradiology Subcommittee
• Vascular/Interventional Subcommittee
Local Services Committee
Responsible for triaging emergencies and providing medical assistance, including referrals to physicians and obtaining prescriptions at the Annual Meeting. Serve as advisors to the RSNA Security Emergency Council in the event of an emergency situation during the Annual Meeting.
• Qualifications: Committee members are from the Chicago metropolitan area.
• Time commitment: One day during the Annual Meeting.
Oncologic Imaging and Therapies Task Force
Responsible for developing a multidisciplinary program for the Annual Meeting addressing issues in both oncologic imaging and therapy.
• Qualifications: Interest/expertise in oncologic imaging and/or radiation oncology, with an interest in working to enhance the radiation oncology program at the Annual Meeting and working to further integrate in the program advanced oncologic imaging with radiation therapy.
• Time commitment: Attendance at a 1-day meeting, one or two teleconferences throughout the year, and a 2-hour meeting held during the Annual Meeting.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
• Members-in-Training may be appointed.
Refresher Course Committee (RCC)
Organizes the curriculum and selects faculty for refresher courses held at the Annual Meeting. Responsibilities include extensive administrative functions and communication and organization of printed materials.
• Qualifications: Expert in one of the radiology subspecialty areas and have an interest in adult medical education.
• Time commitment: Approximately 30 hours (December through January) selecting topics and inviting faculty for eight refresher courses; attends the Annual Meeting to oversee courses. The Chair spends approximately 80 hours overseeing the work of the committee members and 8-10 hours in March preparing the schedule of courses for presentation at the Annual Meeting; attends the Annual Meeting.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
Scientific Program Committee (SPC)
Responsible for reviewing and selecting all scientific papers proffered for the Annual Meeting within budgetary and space limitations; responsible for the organization of special symposia.
• Qualifications: Expert in one of the radiology subspecialty areas.
• Time commitment: Approximately 10-25 hours reviewing abstracts from April 20 through May 14. The Subcommittee Chairs spend approximately 8 additional hours building scientific sessions, attendance at two 1-day meetings, and the Annual Meeting. The Scientific Program Committee Chair spends approximately 80 hours overseeing the work of subcommittees and organizing special focus sessions, attendance at a 1-day meeting, two 2-day meetings, and the Annual Meeting.
• Corresponding Members may be appointed.
• Breast Imaging Subcommittee
• Cardiac Subcommittee
• Chest Radiology Subcommittee
• Emergency Radiology Subcommittee
• Gastrointestinal Radiology Subcommittee
• Genitourinary Radiology Subcommittee
• Health Services Policy & Research Subcommittee
• Musculoskeletal Radiology Subcommittee
• Neuroradiology/Head & Neck Subcommittee
• Nuclear Medicine Subcommittee
• Pediatric Radiology Subcommittee
• Physics Subcommittee
• Radiation Oncology & Radiobiology Subcommittee
• Radiology Informatics Subcommittee
• Vascular and Interventional Subcommittee
Technical Exhibits Committee
Responsible for reviewing and accepting all applications for commercial exhibit space at the Annual Meeting, limiting such exhibit space to educational opportunities for radiologists and allied scientists; and for implementation and monitoring of the Society's policies and regulations related to exhibiting.
• Qualifications: General interest in annual session, knowledge of suppliers and manufacturers of goods and services directly and peripherally related to radiology.
• Time commitment: Minimal - review first time exhibitor space applications and attendance at a meeting held during the Annual Meeting.

RSNA Research & Education Foundation Committees

Evaluation Committee
Responsible for all evaluation projects that document the impact of the Foundation programs on the radiologic community.
• Time commitment: Approximately 10 hours, including attendance at a 1-day meeting and a few hours preparation. The Chair spends approximately 3 additional hours in setting the meeting agenda and reviewing correspondence.
Fund Development Committee
Responsible for developing and recommending all fundraising programs of the Foundation.
• Qualifications: The members of the committee include the chairs of the Corporate Giving Subcommittee, Individual Giving Subcommittee, Silver Anniversary Campaign Subcommittee, and the Visionaries in Practice Subcommittee.
• Time commitment: Attendance at a full-day meeting, and a half-day meeting held during the Annual Meeting.
• Corporate Giving Subcommittee
Responsible for all aspects of corporate giving, including the solicitation of corporate donations to the R&E Foundation.
• Time commitment: Attendance on one or two 1-hour teleconferences throughout the year and a 2-hour meeting held during the Annual Meeting. Additional time would also be spent on the solicitation of donors for the Corporate Giving Program.
• Individual Giving Subcommittee
Responsible for all aspects of individual and planned giving to the R&E Foundation, including the solicitation of both cash and planned gifts from individuals.
• Time commitment: Attendance on one or two 1-hour teleconferences throughout the year and a 2-hour meeting held during the Annual Meeting. Additional time would also be spent on the solicitation of donors for the Individual Giving Program.
• Silver Anniversary Campaign Subcommittee
Responsible for all aspects of the Foundation's Silver Anniversary Campaign, with a goal to raise $15 million by December 31, 2009.
• Time commitment: Attendance on one or two 1-hour teleconferences throughout the year and a 2-hour meeting held during the Annual Meeting. Additional time would also be spent on the solicitation of donors for the Silver Anniversary Campaign.
• Visionaries In Practice Subcommittee
Responsible for all aspects of private and academic practice group giving, including the solicitation of practice groups.
• Time commitment: Attendance on one or two 1-hour teleconferences throughout the year and a 2-hour meeting held during the Annual Meeting. Additional time would also be spent on the solicitation of donors for the VIP Program.
Grant Program Committee
Responsible for recommending and developing new and revised grant/award programs to be implemented by the Foundation; for all of the activities of the Research Study Section, Education Study Section, Outstanding Researcher/Outstanding Educator Review Panel, and the Research Medical Student Grant Review Panel; and for periodic review of policies and procedures of all existing programs.
• Qualifications: The members of the committee include the chairs of the Research Study Section, Education Study Section, Research Medical Student Grant Review Panel, and the Outstanding Researcher/Educator Review Panel.
• Time commitment: Approximately 3 hours, including two 1-hour teleconferences. The Chair spends approximately 10 additional hours throughout the year in setting the meeting agenda, reviewing correspondence and questions related to grant programs.
• Education Study Section
Responsible for reviewing, scoring, and writing reviews for the Foundation's education grant program applications. (Study section review process is patterned after NIH grant review process.)
• Time commitment: Approximately 15-20 hours to review and score grant applications and write reviews from February through March; and attendance at a 1-day meeting in March/April in Chicago (airport area).
• Research Medical Student Grant Review Panel
Responsible for reviewing, rating, and providing brief written comments for the Foundation's medical student grant applications.
• Time commitment: Approximately 10 hours to review and rate applications within a 4-6 week timeframe in March/April.
• Research Study Section
Responsible for reviewing, scoring, and writing reviews for the Foundation's research grant program applications. (Study section review process is patterned after NIH grant review process.)
• Time commitment: Approximately 25 hours to review and score grant applications and write reviews from February through March; and attendance at a 1-day meeting in March/April in Chicago (airport area).
Public Relations Committee
Responsible for all public relations activities of the Foundation.
• Time commitment: Approximately 16 hours, including review of materials and attendance at a 1-day meeting. The Chair spends approximately 3 additional hours throughout the year in setting the meeting agenda and reviewing correspondence.