British Society of Interventional Radiology

23/02/2026

Just one month to go until .
Who is joining us this year?
What are you most looking forward to?

VITALS brings focused teaching, real case discussion and practical learning across the core areas of vascular IR. It is designed for trainees, new consultants and experienced IR clinicians who want a strong, structured update in a single day.

If you have not booked yet, now is a great time to secure your place.

https://www.bsir.org/events/VITALS

22/02/2026

VITALS is designed to support every stage of an IR career and Dr Dan Carradice shared this clearly at last year’s event. In this video, he reflects on why the format works so well for trainees, new consultants and established clinicians alike.

The programme brings focused teaching, real case discussion and practical insight across the core areas of vascular IR. It is a day built to strengthen confidence, consolidate knowledge and bring the community together.

If you are planning to join us this year, now is the time to secure your place.
https://www.bsir.org/events/VITALS

20/02/2026

What is the best piece of advice you have been given during your IR career?

Every IR professional has a moment of guidance that stays with them. It might have been shared in a theatre corridor, at a training session or during a challenging case.

Tell us the insight that has stayed with you and continues to guide your practice. Add to the comments and tag the person who shared it if you would like to recognise them.

19/02/2026

Applications are now open for the IOUK Fellowship 2026/27.
Entering it's 3rd year, the 26/27 fellow will spend 6 months in Liverpool and 6 months in Newcastle. This is an exceptional training opportunity in two of the top Interventional Oncology units in the country, with exposure to advanced techniques such as ECT, IRE and SIRT.

There is no compulsory on call, and there will be dedicated research/audit time. This is a post CCT fellowship that will set the successful candidate up to push forward into a consultant post in this most exciting of specialties with confidence and continue to develop the UK Interventional oncology landscape.

https://careers.uhliverpool.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/liverpool-university-hospitals-vacancies?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=email&_kx=FqbSKh44UCqyUdDmGIk76t60uj9Zak74eWfjpNs4Aw0n08vy5bcybHBomUFbFUH5.SUTcMa #!/job/v7715282

18/02/2026

BSIR Paediatric IR UK Annual Meeting 2026
Registration is now open for the BSIR Paediatric Interventional Radiology UK Annual Meeting 2026, a key educational event for professionals involved in paediatric IR.

The meeting will deliver a high-quality programme presented by an expert faculty, offering practical insight, shared experience and discussion relevant to contemporary practice.

Programme highlights include

“Zap, Map and Untangle: Vascular Anomalies,” “Our Favourite Toys: Confessions of Paediatric IRs,” and an Industry Spotlight and Poster Session.

Attendees will also benefit from a dedicated AHP session, as well as reflective sessions exploring professional practice, including “Ethics, Empathy and Everyday IR” and “Things I Wish I’d Known.”

The meeting will conclude with the presentation of the Little Lumens Poster Prize, recognising excellence in poster submissions.

Registration fees: £100 for Consultants; £50 for Trainees and AHPs. To view the programme or register, please visit the website below.

17/02/2026

Two weeks to go and limited places remain.
Nurses and Radiographers are invited to join us in Newcastle on Saturday 7 March for the BSIRNR Spring CPD Event.

The day includes presentations offering new perspectives on working in IR and hands on mini workshops delivered by a range of industry partners. It is an opportunity to learn, develop practical confidence and connect with peers from across the IR community.

Our speakers include
Ben Stenberg, Consultant Sonographer, Newcastle
Caroline Jacques, Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Lancashire
Kim Bowles, Head of Professional Engagement, Macmillan Cancer Support

This event is free for BSIR members.

Register while places are still available: https://tinyurl.com/arknjryd

The BSIRNR Committee look forward to seeing you there.

15/02/2026

Spotlight on Dr Linda Watkins, Glasgow
This month we are sharing moments and insights from Dr Watkins’ work across both adult and paediatric IR.

One of her most memorable interactions came during a routine question. She often asks young patients who they have brought with them that day. It usually helps establish whether a parent, carer or grandparent is present so she can guide the rest of the conversation.

On this occasion, the reply was not about the adult in the room but a full introduction to the line-up of stuffed animals on the bed.

It was a small moment that led to a permanent change in her practice. She now makes a point of asking the name of any teddy bear or comfort toy that is clearly important to the child when she introduces herself.

A simple reminder of how meaningful these details can be in paediatric IR and how they shape connection, trust and the overall patient experience.

13/02/2026

VITALS 2026 brings together some of the most important subjects in vascular IR and Dr Kate Steiner shares in this video why these discussions matter and why this event is so valuable for the community.

This year’s programme covers:
Aortic aneurysms
Peripheral arterial disease
Deep venous diseases
Training the future vascular IR workforce
Embolisation

It is a focused day designed to support learning, confidence and collaboration across the specialty.

If you are planning to join us, now is the time to book
https://www.bsir.org/events/VITALS

12/02/2026

One month to go.
Nurses and Radiographers are invited to join us in Newcastle on Saturday 7 March for the BSIRNR Spring CPD Event.

The programme offers new perspectives on working in IR, practical learning opportunities and hands on experience with IR products through our mini workshops delivered by a range of industry partners.

Our speakers include
Ben Stenberg, Consultant Sonographer, Newcastle
Caroline Jacques, Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Lancashire
Kim Bowles, Head of Professional Engagement, Macmillan Cancer Support

This event is free for BSIR members and provides a valuable chance to learn, develop and connect with peers across the IR community.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/arknjryd

The BSIRNR Committee look forward to welcoming you in Newcastle.

https://tinyurl.com/5n6zx37s

11/02/2026

This month we are adding a new track to the IR Playlist from Dr Linda Watkins. Her choice is P!NK’s Raise Your Glass.

Dr Watkins has always connected with the rebellious energy in P!NK’s music and sees her as an empowering figure with songs that stay with you. The choice also comes with a memorable patient moment. During one procedure she and the patient ended up singing P!NK together, so the track felt like the natural addition to the playlist.

A great reminder that music often becomes part of the story behind our work in IR.

Add your songs now!

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10/02/2026

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 13th FEBRUARY!
Innovation and Industry meets IR Education!

Research shows that while many radiology trainees want exposure to the medical device industry, geographical and logistical barriers often stand in the way.

We are changing that.

The BSIR Industry Scholarship is a new, fully funded programme designed to foster early-stage engagement between radiology trainees and industry leaders without taking time out of training.

The Programme Includes:
✅ Comprehensive online learning: Modules covering the full medical device lifecycle, from R&D and regulatory affairs to commercial strategy and entrepreneurship.
✅ Immersive experience: Fully funded corporate sponsor visits and manufacturing site tours across Europe.
✅ Career growth: Mentorship to build professional networks and understand the healthcare-industry ecosystem.

This is your chance to gain a fully funded executive education on how industry shapes the devices we use everyday and empower you to become a future leader in the field whilst minimising time commitments to ensure your clinical training is not affected.

📍 Eligibility: Open to radiology trainees at all levels or post-CCT fellows.

👇 Apply here:
https://www.bsir.org/society/careers-in-ir/bsir-industry-scholarship/

09/02/2026

VITALS is designed with trainees in mind. In this video, Raghu speaks with Frances about why the event is so valuable for those in training and how the programme supports real world learning in vascular IR.

If you are a trainee considering joining us this year, this is a great insight into what to expect.

Book your place here: https://www.bsir.org/events/VITALS