Apply to become a local host for ESIR 2026!

Since 2006, the European School of Interventional Radiology (ESIR) has established itself as the premier clinical procedure course programme for interventional radiology (IR) in Europe. With over 131 courses held across 25 countries, ESIR offers an unparalleled educational experience. Combining lectures, case discussions, and practical components, ESIR ensures that both novices and experts stay ahead of the curve in IR advancements.

ESIR courses feature:

• Extensive “hands-on” experience with different devices
• A comprehensive overview of the technical specifications of currently available devices
• In-vivo animal lab trainings and ex-vivo workshops
• A comprehensive look at diagnosis, treatment options and disease management
• Interactive recorded case discussions
• Engage in discussion with experts and international delegates in a collaborative environment
• Topic packages hand-picked by local hosts
• Knowledge assessment with quizzes

ESIR courses are designed to fit into the concept of MedTechs’ definition of a Third Party Organised Procedure Training (MedTech Europe Code of Ethical Business Practice) and accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®).

Apply now to host an ESIR course in 2026!

Applications are now open to CIRSE members who are interested in hosting an ESIR course at their institution or expert centre in 2026.

General ESIR course criteria:

• Limited number of participants (based on venue facilities and ideal number of participants per station during hands-on workshops)
• Duration: 1.5 to max. 2 days
• Focus on practical aspects such as hands-on workshops, video cases, and interactive discussions
• Held in a clinical environment
• Accredited by UEMS (CME points) and MedTech

Requirements to keep in mind:

• Maximum of 5 non-local faculty members (in addition to any local speakers from the host institution)
• Room requirements: 1 lecture room, 4-5 session rooms, as well as areas for registration, catering, and exhibition
• At least 50% of the programme should be considered practical and at least 1/3 of the programme should be hands-on time

The submission deadline to host an ESIR course in 2026 is January 17, 2025. All relevant application documents can be downloaded via the buttons below.

Submission deadline: January 17, 2025

Please fill in the ESIR 2026 local host application form and the ESIR 2026 programme template and send the completed documents to [email protected]. If you have any questions on how to fill in the documents, or any general questions about ESIR, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

We look forward to receiving your applications!