International Scholarship Program
The International Scholarship Program by the Society of Interventional Radiology funds early-career physicians outside North America to attend the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting for advanced IR education and global collaboration.
Funder: Society of Interventional Radiology
Due Dates: October 20, 2026: Application deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,000 per scholar (partial support); typically 12 awards per year; includes complimentary one-year SIR membership.
Summary: Supports early-career physicians outside North America to attend the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting and participate in global interventional radiology networking and education.
Key Information: Award does not fully cover travel/attendance costs; recipients must secure additional funding.
Description
The International Scholarship Program, offered by the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR), provides early-career physicians practicing outside North America with funding to attend the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting. Now in its 13th year, the program aims to enhance global interventional radiology (IR) practice by fostering professional networking, leadership development, and knowledge exchange. Scholars benefit from focused programming, engagement with international IR leaders, and a complimentary one-year SIR membership. The program is designed to help scholars bring new insights and collaborations back to their home countries, ultimately improving patient care worldwide.
