American College of Radiology

Founded in 1923, the American College of Radiology® (ACR®) is at the forefront of radiology evolution, representing more than 42,000 diagnostic and interventional radiologists, radiation oncologists, nuclear medicine physicians and medical physicists.

Mission

ACR is the voice of our members, empowering them to serve patients and society by advancing the practice and science of radiological care. ACR empowers members, through quality and safety, advocacy and innovation, to deliver exceptional patient care. We create and convene communities of experts to serve as the voices of radiology, demonstrating value and setting standards to advance the field and practice. We improve patient care through quality and safety activities, the best available technology and ensuring a robust future for the radiologic professions.

Vision

ACR members thrive, improving health and leading through excellence in radiological care. Together, we are empowering the radiologist of the future — one who will guide the delivery of the highest quality healthcare. We are advancing radiology as essential and central to excellent patient care. With the strength of our diversity and unity of our purpose, ACR radiologists are leaders in integrated diagnostics and essential to the delivery of equitable, image-guided healthcare.