May 10, 2026 · Journal of the American College of Radiology : JACR · DOI: 10.1016/j.jacr.2026.05.007

Paid Family and Medical Leave Policies in Academic Radiology and Radiation Oncology Departments: A SCARD and SCAROP Survey

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The authors aimed to characterize the availability and implementation of paid family and medical leave (PFML) policies in academic radiology and radiation oncology departments across the United States. Their survey revealed that while PFML policies are widely available and viewed as important for recruitment and retention, actual utilization remains low, and concerns about clinical coverage and clarity regarding promotion clock extensions persist. These findings indicate a gap between the existence of PFML policies and their effective application in practice.

Alexa Lavergne, Miriam Chisholm, Judy Yee, Reshma Jagsi, Elizabeth K Arleo, Thomas S C Ng, Lori A Deitte, Kirti Magudia

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