Live event
SIR 2025 IR Residency Practicum
The Practicum provides attendees with the most current and beneficial information as they begin their first years of practice in IR.
Resident-in-training
Early career
Essential training to launch your career as an IR attending
Designed to prepare graduating residents for practice in both academic and private practice settings, the practicum covers a diverse range of topics, including:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)
- Interventional Oncology
- Venous Interventions
- Men & Women's Health
- Pain Management
- Biliary
- Stroke
- Thyroid
- And the Business of IR
What will you learn?
- Discuss the broad spectrum of modern IR practice from the medical management of PAD patients to appropriate evaluation and treatment of interventional oncology patients.
- Explain how to set up and maintain an IR clinic and manage the competition.
- Discuss the latest data with regard to the endovascular management of various IR treatments.
- Business tools and resources that will be helpful in the first few years of practice.
Target audience
This course is designed for graduating IR integrated and independent residents. This course also benefits PGY-5 DR residents, early career IRs and IR trainees worldwide.
Program planning committee
Rakesh Navuluri, MD, FSIR
University of Chicago Medical Center
University of Chicago Medical Center
Parag J. Patel, MD, MS, FSIR
Medical College of Wisconsin
Medical College of Wisconsin
Luke R. Wilkins, MD, FSIR
University of Virginia
University of Virginia
Thursday, June 5
| 7:00–7:30 a.m | Registration |
| 7:30–8:15 a.m. |
Welcome and value of SIR membership Rakesh C. Navuluri, MD,FSIR Jason Hoffmann, MD, FSIR |
| 8:35–10:15 a.m. |
Session I: Liver cancer therapy Moderator: Rakesh C. Navuluri, MD,FSIR |
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Building an mCRC referral base Speaker: Jordan C. Tasse, MD |
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LRT options and data for cholangiocarcinoma Speaker: Mikin V. Patel, MD, MBA |
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What IR needs to know about oncology treatment for mCRC and HCC Speaker: Aparna Kalyan, MD |
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How I approach HCC Speaker: Christopher Molvar, MD, FSIR |
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How to navigate your local tumor board Speaker: Andrew Gordon, MD, PhD |
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Q&A/discussion |
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| 10:15–10:30 a.m. | Break and visit exhibits |
| 10:30–11:15 a.m. |
Session II: Multidisciplinary liver tumor conference Moderator: Mikin Patel, MD, MBA |
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Interventional radiology Speaker: Christopher Molvar, MD, FSIR |
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Hepatology Speaker: Anjana Pillai, MD |
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Transplant surgery Speaker: Piotr Bachul, MD |
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Oncology Speaker: Aparna Kalyan, MD |
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Radiation oncology Speaker: Rohan Katipally, MD |
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| 11:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m. |
Corporate symposium |
| 12:00–1:00 p.m. |
Lunch, networking and visit exhibits |
| 1:00–2:45 p.m. |
Session III: Business operations Moderator: Rakesh C. Navuluri, MD,FSIR |
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Basics of billing and coding Speaker: C. Matthew Hawkins, MD, FSIR |
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Future of reimbursement and how you practice Speaker: Nick Petruzzi, MD, FSIR |
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So you want to open an OBL Speaker: Osman Ahmed, MD, FSIR |
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How to financially contribute as a first year attending Speaker: Charles E. Ray, Jr, MD, PhD, FSIR |
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Q&A/discussion |
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| 2:45–3:00 p.m. |
Break and visit exhibits |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. |
Session IV: Miscellaneous Moderator: Rakesh C. Navuluri, MD, FSIR |
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Percutaneous MSK interventions Speaker: Osman Ahmed, MD, FSIR |
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Pain management Speaker: Charles E. Ray, Jr, MD, PhD, FSIR |
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Advanced GAE Speaker: Osman Ahmed, MD, FSIR |
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Peds IR in the adult IR setting Speaker: C. Matthew Hawkins, MD, FSIR |
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Q&A/discussion |
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| 4:30–5:30 p.m. |
Hands-on demonstrations and reception |
Friday, June 6
| 7:15–8:00 a.m | Corporate breakfast symposium |
| 8:00–9:30 a.m. |
Session I: PAD basics Moderator: Parag J. Patel, MD, MS, FSIR |
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Claudicant to CLTI: PAD in your clinic Speaker: Parag J. Patel, MD, MS, FSIR |
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Current state of evidence for atherectomy Speaker:Sara McCann, MD |
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SFA/pop stent selection Speaker: Ansar Vance, MD |
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When do we use DCB and why? Speaker: Matthew J. Scheidt, MD, FSIR |
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Arterial inflow disease Speaker: Parag J. Patel, MD, MS, FSIR |
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| 9:30–9:45 a.m. | Break and visit exhibits |
| 9:45–11:15 a.m. |
Session II: PAD: Advanced Moderator: Parag J. Patel, MD, MS, FSIR |
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How to approach CLTI in the angio suite Speaker: Ansar Vance, MD |
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Tricks for the pedal loop and beyond Speaker: Kumar Madassery, MD |
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The New AHA guidelines: Pertinent points for the IR Speaker: Parag J. Patel, MD, MS, FSIR |
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Arterial case discussion Speaker: Parag J. Patel, MD, MS, FSIR |
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| 11:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m. |
Corporate symposium |
| 12:00–1:00 p.m. |
Lunch, networking and visit exhibits |
| 1:00–3:00 p.m. |
Session III: Miscellaneous II Moderator: Rakesh C. Navuluri, MD, FSIR |
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Introduction to thyroid RFA Speaker: Timothy Huber, MD |
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Incorporating cholangioscopy into your practice Speaker: Ahsun Riaz, MD |
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Should I know about practices that are owned by private equity? Speaker: Dylan Suttle, M |
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How to make your IR clinic financially viable Speaker: Sarah B. White, MD, MS, FSIR |
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What to expect if you’re named in a lawsuit Speaker: Ryan Klucken |
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Financial literacy Speaker: Ray Norby, MD |
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My experience as a new attending Speaker: Abdul Khan, MD |
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| 3:00–3:20 p.m. |
Break and visit exhibits |
| 3:20–3:45 p.m. |
Funaki case competition Moderator: Brian Funaki, MD, FSIR |
| 3:45–4:45 p.m. |
Trivia competition and closing remarks Moderator: Rakesh C. Navuluri, MD, FSIR |
| 4:45–5:45 p.m. |
Chief residents meetup (SIR RFS) |
Saturday, June 7
| 7:30–8:00 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 8:00–10:10 a.m. |
Session I: Venous interventions Moderator: William M. Sherk, MD |
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Management of acute DVT Speaker: William M. Sherk, MD |
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Chronic DVT: Treatment options and outcomes Speaker: William M. Sherk, MD |
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Evaluation and management of PE Speaker: J. Fritz Angle, MD, FSIR (Fritz) |
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Venous insufficiency evaluation and treatment options Speaker: Mona Gupta, MD, FSIR |
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Pelvic venous insufficiency Speaker: Mona Gupta MD, FSIR |
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SVC occlusion Speaker: Rakesh C. Navuluri, MD, FSIR |
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Q&A/discussion |
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| 10:10–10:30 a.m. | Break |
| 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. |
Session II: Portal venous Moderator: Rakesh C. Navuluri, MD, FSIR |
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Acute portal venous interventions Speaker: Jonathan M. Lorenz, MD, FSIR |
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Chronic portal venous thrombectomy Speaker: Bartley G. Thornburg, MD |
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Prostatic artery embolization Speaker: Samdeep Mouli, MD |
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Endo AVF Speaker: J. Fritz Angle, MD, FSIR (Fritz) |
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Closing remarks Speaker: Rakesh C. Navuluri, MD, FSIR |
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| 12:00 p.m. | Meeting concludes |
*Please note that the educational program is subject to change.
Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel
17 East Monroe Street, Chicago
Room rate: $279 plus taxes (standard room) per night
Deadline to reserve a room: May 8, 2025
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Check-in/Check-out
The hotel check-in time is 3 p.m. and check-out time is 11 a.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 of $50.
Driving Directions
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
17 East Monroe Street
Chicago, IL 60603
Parking
For your convenience overnight self-parking is offered at 55 East Monroe Street and overnight Valet Parking is available at the Monroe Street entrance.
- Self-parking: $52 USD/daily
- Valet: $75 USD/daily
Transportation
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is approximately 18 miles from Palmer House Hilton. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is 12 miles from the hotel.
SIR members receive a member discount on registration!
- Visit www.sirweb.org/renew to renew your membership account
- Review SIR's membership categories and join online.
Registration rates
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Early bird May 1 |
Standard after May 1 |
| SIR member | $250 | $300 |
| Nonmember | $500 | $550 |
| Exhibitor personnel | $500 | $550 |
| APDIR resident delegate* | $100 | N/A |
*Identified by APDIR program director and registered no later than May 1.
Registration for this in-person meeting includes:
- Access to the online proceedings
- Registration for the entire 2.5-day in-person 2025 IR Residency Practicum
- All educational activities
- Breakfast and lunch on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and all breaks
- Welcoming reception on Thursday.
Cancellation Policies
Registration Cancellation
Cancellations received in writing by May 8, 2025, will be refunded less a $100 administrative fee. No refunds will be given after May 8, 2025. 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.
Housing Cancellation
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.
Checking out of your hotel prior to your scheduled departure date could result in an "Early Departure Fee" equal to one night's room and tax.
Note: Canceling your hotel reservations doesn't cancel your meeting registration. Please contact meetings@sirweb.org to cancel your meeting registration per the policy above.
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.
What is included in attendees' registration?
- The IR Residency Practicum begins Thursday, June 5 and concludes Saturday, June 7. The registration includes all educational activities, breakfast and lunch on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, AM and PM breaks and a welcoming reception on Thursday.
Are residents in training able to attend? Is there a discount available?
- Yes, residents in training are welcome to attend the meeting. The rate is $250 for SIR members before May 1. The rate increases by $50 after the early bird deadline of May 1.
Can I transfer/cancel my registration?
Cancellation Policy
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- Registration: Cancellations received in writing by May 8, 2025, will be refunded less a $100 administrative fee. No refunds will be given after May 8. 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 of $50. Please contact meetings@sirweb.org to cancel your meeting registration per the policy above.
- Registration: Cancellations received in writing by May 8, 2025, will be refunded less a $100 administrative fee. No refunds will be given after May 8. 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.
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"The Practicum gave me many tools to start the next chapter of my career. Aside from the academic value, the hands-on experience and the interactions with truly talented and altruistic faculty were valuable reasons to attend."
-2023 IR Residency Practicum Attendee
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