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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Radiology
  • Diversity in Medicine

Background:

  • Radiology faces disparities in female and underrepresented in medicine (URM) applicants.
  • Targeted interventions are needed to address these diversity gaps.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and assess a virtual radiology elective focused on education and mentorship.
  • To evaluate the impact of this elective on female and URM medical students applying to radiology.

Main Methods:

  • A 3-year virtual elective was offered to female and URM students applying to radiology.
  • Participants received educational sessions and mentorship from residents and faculty.
  • Post-elective surveys assessed participant satisfaction and recommendations.

Main Results:

  • 34 students participated, with 76% identifying as female and 38% as URM.
  • 96% of participants were satisfied or very satisfied with the elective.
  • 100% would recommend the elective; 41% were interviewed by the program, and 21% matched.

Conclusions:

  • A virtual radiology elective effectively engaged female and URM applicants.
  • The program was well-received, indicating its potential as a valuable recruitment tool.
  • Virtual electives can enhance radiology's outreach and mentorship to diverse medical students.