Jennifer L. Kemp, MD, joins RSNA Board as Liaison for Government Relations

Jennifer L. Kemp, MD, a nationally recognized leader in patient-centered radiology, has been elected to the RSNA Board of Directors, where she will serve as liaison for government relations.

“The opportunity to serve on the RSNA Board is an honor and a responsibility I do not take lightly,” Dr. Kemp said. “Radiology is at a crossroads, facing a global shortage of radiologists and rising volumes that place greater pressure on timely and accurate patient care. While these challenges may seem daunting, I believe RSNA has both the influence and responsibility to lead our profession forward with vision and integrity.”

Currently chair of quality at Diversified Radiology of Colorado in Denver, Dr. Kemp specializes in body imaging and has led efforts across her practice to improve patient care and safety. Widely respected as a pioneer in enhancing communication between radiologists and patients, she has become a prominent voice in shaping patient-friendly reporting and promoting transparency in imaging.

Dr. Kemp’s professional journey reflects a deep commitment to leadership and service. She spent over a decade as vice president and board member of Diversified Radiology and served multiple terms as chair of the Department of Radiology at Rose Medical Center. From 2021 to 2023, she held the endowed Borgstede Chair and was vice chair of quality and operations at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

Her contributions to organized radiology are equally notable. Within RSNA, she has chaired the Public Information Committee and the Patient-Centered Radiology Steering Committee, and continues to be an active member of the Public Information Advisors Network. She also serves on the American College of Radiology’s Commission on Patient and Family-Centered Care.

Dr. Kemp is a frequent invited speaker and published author whose work has advanced the field’s understanding of patient engagement. Her efforts have been recognized nationally, including coverage in The New York Times and honors such as the AuntMinnie Scientific Paper of the Year (2017) and ACR Fellowship (2015). She has been named one of Denver’s “Top Doctors” in 5280 magazine multiple times.

Dr. Kemp earned her undergraduate degree in psychology and medical degree from the University of Kansas, where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa and Alpha Omega Alpha. She completed her radiology residency at the University of New Mexico, where she served as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in body imaging at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. In 2022, she completed a fellowship in Health Quality Leadership at the University of Colorado's Institute for Healthcare Quality, Safety, and Efficiency.

“Through RSNA, I hope to guide radiology in a direction that not only ensures our patients continue to receive the highest quality of care but also strengthens the voice of radiologists in shaping our future and affirms RSNA’s role as the trusted leader of our field,” Dr. Kemp said.