Objectives
To assess the perceived state of diversity in Radiology Residency Programs in the
United States and to evaluate the level of acceptance for diversity, equity, and inclusion
(DEI) initiatives.
Methods
An electronic survey was conducted of the Radiology Residency Programs in the United
States in December 2021 and January 2022. Respondents were recruited by email sent
to the members of the Association of University Radiologists who were Radiology Residency
Program Directors. Quantitative and Qualitative analyses were performed.
Results
Of the 198 emails sent out to the Radiology Program Directors, 53 completed surveys
were returned (response rate of 27%). Although some progress has been made in increasing
the number of women and Asians in Academic Radiology, there is persisting imbalance
of the numbers of African American and Latinx radiologists which comprise far less
than 25% of the physician workforce. Nearly half of the respondents reported having
a Vice Chair of DEI. Three themes emerged from the qualitative analysis. Most respondents
agreed that diversity should be considered when recruiting faculty and residents.
Many noted a strong commitment to DEI but they felt there was room for improvement
in formalizing efforts to aid in recruitment of underrepresented minorities. Diversity
education was more likely mandatory for residents and optional for faculty.
Conclusion
Academic Radiology programs are recognizing the value of internal DEI leadership roles.
Radiologists are implementing DEI initiatives and making intentional changes in the
recruitment of diverse radiologists. More concerted efforts are needed to increase
the low numbers of African American and Latinx radiologists. Effective evaluation
metrics for various DEI programs are needed to assess how successful these endeavors
are in creating lasting changes.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: September 15, 2022
Accepted:
August 18,
2022
Received in revised form:
August 13,
2022
Received:
July 14,
2022
Publication stage
In Press Corrected ProofIdentification
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