Rutherford-Lavanty Fellowship in Government Relations
A one-week fellowship for radiology residents to gain hands-on experience in legislative and regulatory advocacy impacting radiology through direct engagement with policymakers and ACR government relations.
Funder: American College of Radiology
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: One-week fellowship; financial support details not specified; immersive experience in government relations.
Summary: A one-week fellowship for radiology residents to gain direct experience in legislative and regulatory processes affecting radiology.
Key Information: Second- and third-year residents are preferred; applicants from states with their own program must apply through their chapter.
Description
The Rutherford-Lavanty Fellowship in Government Relations provides radiology residents with a unique, immersive opportunity to understand the impact of legislative and regulatory processes on the radiology profession. Named after the first American College of Radiology (ACR) lobbyist, this one-week program places fellows at the heart of ACR's Government Relations division, offering historical and current perspectives on advocacy and policy. Fellows participate in meetings with members of Congress, federal regulatory agencies, attend ACR meetings and PAC fundraisers, and learn how government relations shape the future of radiology.
