ECS: Navigating the Early Years - Sharing Experiences and Insights

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

4:45 PM – 5:45 PM CT

Location: Music City Center, 202 A

CE: 1

Content Level: 100 (foundational)

Coordinator(s)

Lei Yu, MD

Assistant Professor
University of Nebraska Medical Center, United States
Merve Ozen, MD

Interventional Radiologist
Mayo Clinic Arizona, United States

The early years of an interventional radiology career come with unique challenges and opportunities. In this engaging session, early career specialists (ECS) will share their personal experiences, lessons learned, and practical strategies for navigating the transition from training to independent practice. Topics will include building confidence, handling complex cases, balancing clinical and academic responsibilities, and establishing a strong professional network. Attendees will gain valuable insights, mentorship advice, and a sense of community as they embark on their own IR journeys.

Learning Objectives:

Explore Pioneering Innovations – Gain insight into groundbreaking advancements that have shaped the field of Interventional Radiology and their impact on current practice.
Learn from Career Journeys – Understand the challenges, pivotal moments, and key decisions that influenced the careers of IR pioneers.
Apply Lessons to Your Path – Identify strategies for professional growth, mentorship, and innovation to navigate your own early career in IR.

Presentations:

4:45 PM – 5:00 PM CT

Things I Learned During Building a PAD Practice
Speaker: Raisa Durrani, MD – Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
5:00 PM – 5:15 PM CT

Strategies for Conquering Early Career Challenges
Speaker: Merve Ozen, MD – Mayo Clinic Arizona
5:15 PM – 5:30 PM CT

Ethics in Interventional Radiology: Ensuring Patient Safety and Trust
Speaker: Alexa Levey, MD (she/her/hers) – Yale School of Medicine
5:30 PM – 5:45 PM CT

Mastering IR Coding and Billing
Speaker: Donald L. Garbett, MD – IR Centers