The Early Career Section (ECS) is led by a dedicated team whose primary focus is career advancement and society involvement. The Early Career Section currently has over 300 members and is growing! Each member’s needs and ideas are taken into consideration when developing section projects and events. Joining the Early Career Section is a great way to become more active within the society, connect with your peers and build your career within IR.
Our Mission
The Early Career Section (ECS) is composed of Interventional Radiologists in their first 8 years of practice; however, membership is open to all individuals interested in supporting the mission and objective of the section. The purpose of the ECS is to provide a platform in which members of SIR new to the practice of interventional radiology can develop a knowledge and resource base, network, participate in decision-making and serve as a resource to the SIR Executive Council.
The objectives of the Early Career Section are:
A word from our members
The Early Career Section has been a fantastic experience for me. It has provided tangible benefits, such as access to great webinars and talks at various meetings, however perhaps more important is the interaction with other IRs. Early Career Section provides a great platform for networking with other early career IRs and an opportunity to meet and make friends across the country. It has also provided me with great insight into the way the SIR at large functions, and helped me meet numerous more established IRs. I strongly encourage any early career IR to join the ECS, and experience these benefits first hand.
- Dr. Shamar Young, Vice Chair, ECS Section
ECS Education
The Early Career Section hosts monthly webinars to address the professional development and clinical educational needs of young IRs. The webinars focus on topic young IRs who are starting their practice in a private or academic setting.
The live webinars are presented by subject matter experts and accessible free of charge. Enjoy interaction with the presenter in a live format or view the webinar later whenever your schedule permits.
"Being involved in the ECS after graduating fellowship has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The ECS provided me with a network of peers which helped make the transition to independent practice feel less isolated. As a member of the ECS, building this network is even easier now that we have launched our Mentorship match program. This allows you to partner with experienced IRs who can lead you through hospital politics, building practice and expanding your procedural repertoire. Our comprehensive webinar series and existing catalog of previous webinars are all available to you as a member of the ECS. If you are looking to volunteer, we have a number of working groups dedicated to placing early career IRs on SIR committees, working with the ABR to improve certifying exam performance and improving online content available to members of the SIR. These are just a few of the opportunities available to you. Joining the ECS is a fantastic opportunity to have your voice heard and make a different in the IR community."
- Dr. Trevor Downing, Past Chair, ECS Section
Career and Educational Development Resources
Volunteer and Practice Improvement Tools
Become a member of the Early Career Section to connect with your peers, find resources for transitional career stages, and join the voice of the Early Career Interventional Radiologist in the Society of Interventional Radiology!
Join the ECSAMA Early Career Delegate
The AMA (National Medical Association) is the largest body in organized medicine. Representatives from each specialty and every state convene twice a year to discuss policy issues that affect medicine, health care, education and public health.
The Early Career Section is honored to announce that Dr. Bill Majdalany will serve as the 2018 AMA Early Career Delegate.
"When I reflect on why I became an IR, I can simply state that it comes from a passion for improving the status quo. Our specialty is growing, innovating, and transforming with new technologies, procedures, and training paradigms. I believe that IR is at the frontline of improving delivery, access, and quality of healthcare. We are at a critical juncture where I hope that we can leverage our strengths to navigate the intersection of policy,advocacy, and reimbursement. I cannot imagine a more exciting time in IR, or a better way to serve."
-Dr. Bill Majdalany
Mentor Match
SIR’s Mentor Match Program allows you to connect with a mentor or mentee in the same city or on the other side of the world, based on areas of expertise, interest or an array of other demographics specific to your individual needs. Learn more!
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Careers in IR
SIR’s Career HQ is the premier electronic recruitment resource for interventional radiology. Job seekers, whether you are looking for a new job or ready to take the next step in your career, Career HQ can help find the right opportunity for you.
Find a jobGrow your professional potential. Volunteer with SIR!
SIR and SIR Foundation encourage members to apply to join an education or clinically-focused committee, or one of the many other committees that fit your area of expertise or interest.
These committees offer you opportunities to influence the practice and study of medicine, network with colleagues in your field of expertise, and participate in leadership activities of the Society and SIR Foundation.
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"Involvement in the Early Career Section has been a tremendous experience. The ability to network and make friends within the group provides excellent support for clinical questions and practice building advice. The Early Career Section provides ample opportunities for those looking to participate more actively in the Society."
- Dr. Andrew (AJ) Gunn, Chair, ECS Section
Join the ECS today