Early Specialization in Interventional Radiology (ESIR)

Vascular & IR # 662Jul 10, 2026

Pathways to Interventional Radiology: ESIR vs. Integrated

with Dr. John Cieslak, Dr. Neil Jain

With multiple training pathways, how can you determine which is the right choice for your career and clinical goals? In this episode of BackTable Podcast, Dr. Neil Jain sits down with interventional radiologist Dr. John Cieslak to compare the Early Specialization in Interventional Radiology (ESIR), integrated IR/DR, and independent IR routes. The conversation highlights practical differences in training structures, procedural exposure, and the key factors that influence career decisions for aspiring IRs.

Vascular & IR # 546May 23, 2025

IR Practice Development: Residency to Real-World

with Dr. Quinn Meisinger, Dr. Sabeen Dhand, Dr. Michael Barraza

Inside the American Board of Radiology (ABR) Core Exam: What’s in store for future IR/DR trainees? In this episode, Dr. Mike Barraza and Dr. Sabeen Dhand sit down with Dr. Quinn Meisinger, interventional radiologist and program director at UC San Diego, for a deep dive into the shifting landscape of the IR/DR training.

Vascular & IR # 198Apr 4, 2022

Privademics and Advantages of Lesser Known Community Programs

with Dr. Shamit Desai, Dr. Saud Ahmed, Dr. Aaron Fritts

Interventional radiologists Dr. Shamit Desai and Dr. Saud Ahmed discuss the advantages of community training programs including practice building, resident and attending relationships, and diversity of job opportunities after training.