At the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Department of Radiology, we are committed to creating a culture for all. Being a resident or fellow at Ohio State gives you the opportunity to not only build a strong foundation in cultural awareness, but also partnering to build the future of Radiology as one that is equitable for our workforce and for the patients we serve. Below are some highlights of how trainees have the opportunity to be a key advocate in our mission.
Residents and fellows can join this group, which is welcome to all, so as to provide so as to provide a supportive and collaborative atmosphere and a sense of community for our women trainees. This team of faculty and trainees meet periodically for networking and also to discuss topics such as mentorship and work-life balance with input from women faculty that are willing to share their experiences.
Ohio State Radiology has a chapter of RadAid International, led by Chapter Chief and the Diagnostic Radiology Associate Program Director, Dr. Amna Ajam. Our Radiology Faculty have recorded lectures, that are posted through the RadAid International group, available to low and middle income countries, in order to provide education on radiology that is a critical component of reducing health care disparity.
Residents are very active in multiple ways in building the pipeline into Radiology as a subspecialty of choice. Residents have participated in the Health Education and Development Services for Underprivileged Populations (HEADS UP) program, delivering educational content about the field of Radiology to high school students. Residents have also participated in various recruitment fairs, such as SNMA and LMSA, to share their experience in the field, and to provide education on their experience as an applicant and subsequent trainee in the Ohio State Radiology Residency programs. Residents have also taken the lead in formalizing cultural competency curriculum for our department.
Trainees can join in medical center wide employee resource groups, which are employee led groups which are open to all.