Outreach and Opportunity in Radiology

What makes us different also makes us better.”

Christopher Hess, MD, PhD - Chair, Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging

The Outreach and Opportunity Committee of the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging is committed to expanding access to all, creating and sustaining opportunity, and fostering a community that is welcoming and supportive, in alliance with UCSF's Office of Opportunity and Outreach. Together, our mission is to build a broad and diverse faculty, student, trainee, and staff community, engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally humble education, discovery, and patient care. 

Our Goals

  • Enhance recruitment and retention of diverse faculty, students, trainees, and staff.
  • Implement education initiatives to promote a more inclusive and tolerant workplace. 

Why is Outreach and Opporunity Essential in Radiology?

Creating positive experiences for patients

Radiologists are spending more time with patients, performing image-guided procedures and discussing imaging studies. Wide perspective in medicine promote cultural competency, which creates a positive experience for patients during these interactions. 

Expanding healthcare access

Improved quality of care

Room for improvement

Committee Focus Areas

 The UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Outreach and Opportunity Committee applies its efforts as follows:

  1. Recruitment and retention: Improve recruitment by fostering improved access to mentored clinical experiences.
  2. Education: Organize education sessions for faculty, staff, and trainees on a variety of topics.
  3. Research: Design unique research experiences for trainees, giving them exposure to state-of-the-art radiology research facilities and the leading edge of innovation.
  4. International: Empower learners from nations around the world by leveraging advances in technology.

Outreach and Opportunity Committee Members

Our Radiology Outreach and Opportunity Committee members are dedicated to advancing and sustaining opportunity for all within the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging.

State, Federal, and UC Policies

In accordance with Federal and State law and University policy, the University of California does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, health, or disability. For detailed information, please visit the Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination.

Christopher Brunson, MD
Assistant Professor
Chair, UCSF Radiology Opportunity & Outreach Committee
Director of Wellbeing & Opportunity and Inclusion at ZSFG Radiology
Assistant Professor

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