2026 APDIR Education Meeting
This meeting will serve as a forum for discussion of problems, solutions and mutual interest among interventional radiology program directors and leaders.
About
This meeting will serve as a forum for interventional radiology program directors and leaders to discuss shared challenges, exchange solutions, and explore areas of mutual interest. The program will include educational presentations and interactive discussions focused on resident recruitment, training, and strategic development.
- APDIR member only price: $250
- Non-APDIR members: $360
- Non-SIR members: $550
Schedule-at-a-glance*
*All sessions and special events are held at the Emory Conference Center Hotel.
Hotel and travel
Emory Conference Center Hotel
1615 Clifton Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
Room rate: $229 plus taxes (standard room) per night
Deadline to reserve a room: Sept. 3, 2026
Check-in/Check-out
The hotel check-in time is 4 p.m. and check-out time is 12 p.m. The hotel bellman can arrange to check baggage for those arriving early when rooms are unavailable and for guests attending functions on the departure day.
Hotel cancellation
If you are unable to attend the meeting, please contact the hotel directly to cancel your hotel reservations. Cancellations must be made 72 hours prior to the arrival date to receive a refund. Canceling your sleeping room DOES NOT cancel your meeting registration. And vice versa.
Early departure fee
If a guest who has requested a room within the Room Block checks out prior to the guest's reserved checkout date, the Hotel will add an early checkout fee to that guest's individual account.
Driving Directions
1615 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30329
United States
Maps and Driving Directions
Parking
Self-parking: $15 USD per night per vehicle or $4.00 per hour.
Transportation
MARTA serves Emory Conference Center Hotel. From Hartsfield International Airport take MARTA to the Lindbergh Station. From Lindbergh take the #6 bus directly to the hotel. Visit MARTA. Emory Cliff Busses serve the University Monday through Friday from 5:30 AM until 7 PM. This transportation is complimentary.
Estimated taxi fare from Hartsfield International Airport is $41-50 USD (one way).
Flight discounts
Delta
Delta is offering discounted airfare for travel to this Society of Interventional Radiology meeting.
To book, visit delta.com, enter your departure and arrival cities along with your travel dates, then click Find Flights.
You may also call Delta conferences and events reservation desk from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, Monday–Friday (closed for major U.S. holidays) at (800) 328-1111 for booking assistance, and refer to Meeting Event Code NY4XM.
United
United Airlines is offering discounted airfare for travel to this Society of Interventional Radiology meeting.
To book, visit united.com, enter your departure and arrival cities along with your travel dates, then under “Promotions and Certificates,” enter meeting event code ZSRU745145 to apply the discount.
You may also call United meetings reservation desk from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT, Monday–Friday (closed for major U.S. holidays) at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance or visit
united.com/meetingtravel and enter the code above.
Booking fees are waived for United Meetings reservations. International customers may contact their local United® Reservation Desk. MileagePlus® members earn miles for their travel when using the United Meetings℠ discount code.
WestJet
WestJet is offering discounted airfare for travel to this Society of Interventional Radiology meeting.
To book, visit westjet.com, enter your travel details, click Discount Code Applied (0) and add code 7N8P2YH to receive the applicable meeting discount.
Eligible discounts include 2% off Econo fares, 5% off EconoFlex fares, and 10% off Premium base fares.
*Discounts are valid for travel between Canada and the United States to Atlanta, GA, between September 19 and October 7, 2026. Discounts do not apply to UltraBasic or Business class fares.
Registration
APDIR members/program representatives receive a member discount on registration! Contact gme@sirweb.org for APDIR membership information.
- APDIR 2026-2027 membership invoices are available and listed under the IR Integrated Program Director’s SIR account.
- If your program is not currently an APDIR member, complete this APDIR membership application to join.
Registration rates
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Early bird Sept. 3, 2026 |
Standard After Sept. 3, 2026 |
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APDIR Member |
$250 |
$300 |
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SIR Member |
$360 |
$400 |
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SIR Nonmember |
$550 |
$600 |
Registration for this in-person meeting includes:
- All educational activities on Sunday, Sept. 27 and Monday, Sept, 28.
- Breakfast, lunch, breaks and reception.
Frequently asked questions
How do I register for the meeting?
- You must have an SIR account to register. To manage your account, visit My Account.
- To view registration information and rates, select the Registration tab on this menu.
- IR residency program staff (Program Directors and Coordinators) will receive the APDIR discounted rate based on their program’s APDIR status. If you need to update your APDIR membership or personnel affiliated with the APDIR membership, contact gme@sirweb.org.
- If your Program Director or Assistant Program Director are not able to attend, they may send someone in their place. They will be granted your program’s registration rate. Contact gme@sirweb.org.
What is included in attendees' registration?
The APDIR Education Meeting begins Sunday, Sept. 27 and concludes on Monday, Sept. 28. The registration includes all educational activities, breakfast, lunch, break and the Sunday reception.
Can I transfer/cancel my registration?
Cancellation Policy
- Registration: Cancellations received in writing by Sept. 10, 2026, will be refunded less a $100 administrative fee. No refunds will be given after Sept. 10. Refunds or credits will not be given for failure to attend, late arrival, unattended events or early departure. All refund requests must be submitted in writing to meetings@sirweb.org.
Canceling your meeting registration doesn't cancel your room reservation. Please contact the hotel directly to cancel your room. - Hotel: Canceling either your hotel or registration doesn't automatically cancel the other one. All reservations must be guaranteed by a credit card. If you cancel within the hotel's cancellation policy or no show, the hotel will either retain the deposit or charge your credit card one night's room and tax.
In addition, checking out of your hotel prior to your scheduled departure date could result in an Early Departure Fee. Please contact meetings@sirweb.org to cancel your meeting registration per the policy above.
Support
- Registration and attendee questions
Email meetings@sirweb.org - APDIR membership questions
Email gme@sirweb.org - Exhibitors and corporate participation questions
More info
SIR Meeting Code of Conduct
Review SIR's official guidelines and requirements for behavior at an SIR meeting. All meeting participants must observe all standards at all times. Violations of this code are taken seriously and may result in action including, but not limited to, the ability to participate in the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting.
Continuing Medical Education (CME)
Accreditation statementThe Society of Interventional Radiology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide medical education for physicians.
The Society of Interventional Radiology designates this live activity for a maximum of 10 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The deadline to claim CME for APDIR Fall 2026 Meeting credit is December 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET.
Disclosure of financial relationships
There are no relevant relationships with ACCME-defined ineligible companies for this activity.
Disclosure of commercial support
SIR gratefully acknowledges the following ACCME-defined ineligible companies for providing an educational grant in support of the quality education presented at this activity. Coming soon.
Disclosure of in-kind support
SIR gratefully acknowledges the following ACCME-defined ineligible companies for providing in-kind support of the quality education presented at this activity. Coming soon.
International credit recognitionRecognition of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ and ACCME-accredited continuing education outside the United States is determined by individual countries, regions, and accrediting organizations and may change over time.
For the most up-to-date information regarding international credit acceptance and accreditor relationships, please refer to the following ACCME resources:
Learners should contact the appropriate accrediting organization directly regarding requirements for credit recognition, submission, or conversion.