Taking the Lead 19: Bruce J. Hillman, MD, FACR: A Renaissance Leader

March 19, 2020
In this episode, Bruce J. Hillman, MD, FACR, founding editor of both Academic Radiology and the Journal of the American College of Radiology (JACR), discusses his early days in Miami, how he developed a strong work ethic and the important role that mentors and sponsors have played in his decisions and ultimately his success. He recounts his journey from med school and fellowship to his role at Rand Corporation where he began his work in the field of health services research as applied to radiology. You will learn about his time as principal investigator and Chair of the American College of Radiology Imaging Network (ACRIN) and how that led to his becoming founding editor-in-chief of the JACR in 2004. As president of five radiological societies, recipient of lifetime achievement awards from six radiology organizations and author of over 400 published works, including three creative nonfiction books for lay people that span topics from the discovery of AIDS to Albert Einstein, he is truly Renaissance man and has an inspirational journey to share.