The Calhoun Fund was established to support radiology residency education in honor of Dr. Joseph Calhoun—a pioneering figure in Arkansas radiology. As the first radiology resident trained in the state, Dr. Calhoun dedicated his career to advancing the field. His influence extended beyond clinical practice; in the early 1960s, he played a key role in shaping radiology’s place within the Medicare program by advising Congressman Wilbur Mills. His efforts helped establish radiology as a distinct entity separate from hospital services. Dr. Calhoun’s leadership continued as he was elected President of the American College of Radiology (ACR) in 1978, later earning Gold Medals from both the ACR and the American Roentgen Ray Society.

The Arkansas Chapter of the ACR, in collaboration with the Department of Radiology at UAMS, is committed to fostering the next generation of radiology leaders. Our goal is to provide every radiology resident with the opportunity to attend the ACR Annual Meeting early in their career—an experience that broadens their understanding of advocacy and leadership within the field. UAMS radiologists actively support this initiative by ensuring residents have the necessary time to participate.

Nearly all radiology practices in Arkansas benefit from the UAMS radiology residency program. To sustain this vital initiative, we ask each Arkansas ACR member to consider making an annual, tax-deductible donation of $100 to $500 to the Calhoun Fund. Your contribution will directly fund resident participation in the ACR Annual Meeting, with any additional funds exclusively dedicated to resident education.

Together, we can invest in the future of radiology.

 
 

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If you would like to donate via check, please send to:

Arkansas Radiological Society
P.O. Box 7474
Little Rock, AR 72217

Please write “Calhoun Fund” in the memo space.