Charles S. Resnik

Charles S. Resnik is a Professor in the Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, with a secondary appointment in Orthopaedics. He serves as the Section Chief of Musculoskeletal Radiology at the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) and has held the role of Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program Director for 35 years. Additionally, he is the Associate Vice Chair of Education at UMMC.

• Education:
  • BS, Northwestern University (1971–1975)
  • MD, Honors Program in Medical Education, Northwestern University Medical School (1973–1977)
  • Residency in Diagnostic Radiology, Medical College of Virginia (1977–1981), serving as Chief Resident (1980–1981)
  • Fellowship in Skeletal Radiology, University of California and Veterans Administration Medical Center (1981–1982)

Research interests focus on Musculoskeletal Imaging, particularly trauma and arthritis imaging, alongside leadership in residency program administration. His publications and invited presentations (over 275) reflect expertise in musculoskeletal radiology and educational leadership.

Scientific awards include the APDR Achievement Award, American Board of Radiology Lifetime Service Award, and Fellow of the Association of Academic Radiology (FAAR). He also received the UMMC Department of Diagnostic Radiology Excellence in Teaching Award.

• Leadership roles:
  • Past President, Society of Skeletal Radiology (SSR)
  • Past President, Association of Program Directors in Radiology (APDR)
  • Founding Director and Vice Chairman, Challenger Center for Space Science Education
  • Editorial Board member of major radiology journals

Mentorship is a key aspect of his career, where he has served as a faculty advisor for the American Alliance of Academic Chief Residents in Radiology and actively mentored through organizations like APDR and SSR.