SIR/RFS Clinical Advancement Award
This annual SIR award honors an interventional radiology resident who demonstrates outstanding commitment to advancing clinical skills and excellence during their early postgraduate training years.
Funder: Society of Interventional Radiology
Due Dates: October 31, 2026 (Nomination deadline) | December 31, 2026 (Nominations close for annual cycle)
Funding Amounts: No monetary award; recipient receives recognition and a plaque/trophy at the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting.
Summary: Annual award recognizing an interventional radiology resident for outstanding commitment to clinical advancement during early postgraduate years.
Key Information: Residents may not self-nominate; must be nominated by a peer, attending, or program director.
Description
This award honors one outstanding interventional radiology resident each year who demonstrates exceptional dedication to advancing clinical skills during their early postgraduate years (PGY-2 to PGY-4). The aim is to highlight and encourage strong clinical integration and excellence throughout residency, beyond technical or diagnostic radiology achievements. The recipient is recognized within the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) community, including the Association of Program Directors in Interventional Radiology (APDIR) and the Resident, Fellow and Student Section (RFS), and is presented with a plaque or trophy at the SIR Annual Scientific Meeting. There is no monetary component or travel funding associated with this award.
