Rutherford-Lavanty Fellowship in Government Relations
Forecasted
The Rutherford-Lavanty Fellowship in Government Relations gives radiology residents a week-long, immersive look at how policy and advocacy shape the field, hosted by the American College of Radiology.
Funder: American College of Radiology
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: One-week immersive fellowship; financial support details not specified.
Summary: Provides radiology residents with hands-on experience in legislative and regulatory processes affecting radiology through a one-week fellowship.
Key Information: Second- and third-year radiology residents are preferred; apply via your state chapter if a local program exists.
Description
The Rutherford-Lavanty Fellowship in Government Relations, established by the American College of Radiology (ACR), offers radiology residents a unique, one-week immersive experience focused on state and federal legislative and regulatory processes. Fellows gain firsthand exposure to the activities of ACR’s Government Relations division, interact with members of Congress and federal regulatory agencies, and participate in key ACR meetings. The program is designed to deepen participants’ understanding of how advocacy and policy shape the future of radiology and the profession at large.
