Developing Advocacy Skills in Breast Radiologists
Recommended Citation
Elahi F, Brown AL, Patel AK, Destounis S, Slanetz PJ. Developing Advocacy Skills in Breast Radiologists. J Breast Imaging. 2026;8(1):112-119.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
3-3-2026
Publication Title
J Breast Imaging
Keywords
Humans, Radiologists, Patient Advocacy, Female, Breast Neoplasms, Leadership, Communication, Social Media, Clinical Competence, Radiology
Abstract
Advocacy is an essential skill for all breast radiologists, and yet, few if any have formal training in how to be effective. Developing such skills allows breast radiologists to promote improved patient access to indicated imaging, secure resources to support evidence-based care, and advance one's own career. Skills that are key to effective advocacy fall into 5 pillars: leadership, communication, branding, media and social media, and legislative engagement. In this article, we identify these critical skills and provide resources to help breast radiologists become better advocates for their patients, the profession, and themselves.
Medical Subject Headings
Humans; Radiologists; Patient Advocacy; Female; Breast Neoplasms; Leadership; Communication; Social Media; Clinical Competence; Radiology
PubMed ID
41666011
ePublication
ePub ahead of print
Volume
8
Issue
1
First Page
112
Last Page
119
