Radiologist receives ACR Foundation award for humanitarian efforts
Michael T. Nelson, MD, has been given the American College of Radiology (ACR) Foundation’s 2018 Global Humanitarian Award for his “global impact on radiology services.” The award was announced during the ACR 2018 Annual Meeting in Washington, DC.
Nelson, a professor in the department of radiology at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, has trained more than 100 assistant medical officers and radiology residents in Tanzania and traveled to the country 32 times to volunteer his services.
“Dr. Nelson has worked enthusiastically to improve access to quality radiological services in Tanzania,” Howard B. Fleishon, MD, MMM, chair of the ACR Foundation Executive Committee and vice chair of the ACR Board of Chancellors, said in a prepared statement. “He has undoubtedly helped save and extend countless lives. By recognizing such incredible volunteer efforts, the ACR Foundation hopes to raise awareness and honor those involved in similar initiatives in underserved areas around the globe.”
Michael has more than 18 years of experience as a professional writer and editor. He has written at length about cardiology, radiology, artificial intelligence and other key healthcare topics.