Untapped Opportunities in IR: Bridging the Gap, Exploring Innovative Engagement, and Providing Tailored Mentorship Solutions

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

9:50 AM - 10:20 AM ET

Facilitator(s)

Jackie Brenner, BS (she/her/hers)

Medical Student
University of Miami, United States
Aazrin Mir, MS (she/her/hers)

Medical Student
Georgetown University School of Medicine, United States

Panelist(s)

Gregg Khodorov, MD, MBA (he/him/his)

PGY-5 Integrated Diagnostic/Interventional Radiology Resident
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Department of Radiology, United States
Neil K. Jain, DO (he/him/his)

Integrated Interventional Radiology Resident
Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, United States
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Kirema Garcia-Reyes, MD

Assistant Professor
Mount Sinai, United States

Description of the session: This panel explores innovative strategies to expand early exposure, mentorship, and engagement in Interventional Radiology (IR). We will examine barriers in current medical education, and highlight the role of digital platforms, near-peer mentorship, and tailored outreach. After receiving strong feedback from last year’s session, we are bringing it back to spark further dialogue and action. This year’s discussion will expand on new mentorship models and showcase examples of programs making IR more visible.