About SNMMI

The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing nuclear medicine, molecular imaging, and theranostics through its education and research programs. Founded in 1954, SNMMI brings together professionals from all parts of the field to drive innovation, establish practice standards, and enhance education in precision medicine, improving patient care through advanced imaging and therapies that transform diagnosis and treatment.

 

SNMMI History

In March 1953, sharing an interest in forming a nuclear medicine organization, five radiologists, a cardiologist, two internists, a physicist, an engineer, and a nuclear medicine physician from the Pacific Northwest met in Spokane, Washington. They founded the Society of Nuclear Medicine; all interested in nuclear medicine would be eligible for membership.

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Governance

The SNMMI is a volunteer, not-for-profit entity organized under section 501(c) 3 of the IRS code. It is incorporated in the state of Washington and maintains its headquarters, with a paid professional staff of 45, in Reston, Virginia. The Society governance structure, in common with most professional medical societies, includes a policy-making Board of Directors, a representative component - the House of Delegates, committees, and councils.

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Bylaws & Procedures

Bylaws govern the overall structure, organization and conduct of the Society. Procedures provide a more detailed description of how various entities within the Society are organized or should be managed.

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Strategic Plans

Nuclear medicine is undergoing a renaissance, as evidenced by the steady introduction and approval of new radiopharmaceuticals, theranostics, and instrumentation. We have celebrated the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of new PSMA-targeted prostate imaging and therapy agents, breakthrough research for FAPI PET/CT, new generic SPECT agents, and great advances in artificial intelligence. 

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Technologist Section

The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Technologist Section (SNMMI-TS), as part of SNMMI, is constantly striving to make a difference in the way nuclear medicine technologists receive academic and continuing education as well as information concerning new procedures, technologies and equipment.

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Committees

In addition to traditional board committees such as Finance, Membership, Scientific Program, and Awards, the Society also hosts a number of substantive committees addressing specific issues associated with nuclear medicine and molecular imaging, scientific research and the practice of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging. The President appoints all committee chairs and members, and all serve for specified periods of time. Use the links below to review committee listings and descriptions of activities.

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Advisory Committees

SNMMI Advisory Committees are member-driven groups that bring together experts across nuclear medicine and molecular imaging to provide strategic guidance, shape key initiatives, and help advance the Society’s mission and the future of the profession

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Chapters

The Society has a strong grassroots network that provides a forum for SNMMI members to take an active part in local activities. As an SNMMI Member, you are automatically enrolled in one state/regional Chapters comprising the United States and Canada. Chapter participation enhances one of the most valuable member benefits—networking and sharing ideas with your peers. All SNMMI regional chapters are chartered by the National organization and actively support the Bylaws and policies of the Society.

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SNMMI Staff

View a directory of SNMMI departments and staff contact information.

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SNMMI Underserved Population Committee

Understanding diversity, equity and inclusion issues and challenges within the nuclear medicine and molecular imaging community will require an understanding of the root causes for such disparities within the field.

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