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Annual Scientific Meeting – Halifax 2025

May 22 - May 24

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Meeting Details

May 22-24, 2025

Westin Nova Scotian
1181 Hollis Street
Halifax, NS, B3H 2P6


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CME Credits

The CAIR Annual Scientific Meeting 2025 will apply for an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada to be approved by the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR).


CAMRT Credits

This group learning activity will apply for Category A Credits within the Continuing Education Credit Approval Program (CECAP) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT).


Target Audience

This CME event will be of great interest to Interventional Radiologists, Radiology Residents, Interventional Radiology Fellows as well as Technologists and Nurses working in Interventional Radiology and any other healthcare provider with an interest in Interventional Radiology.


Needs Assessment

This program was developed based on feedback received from the evaluation forms collected during the SIR, CIRSE and CAIR Annual Meetings.


Meeting Learning Objectives

At the end of the meeting, the participant should expect to:

  • Analyze the latest advancements and evidence-based practices in interventional radiology (IR), including updates in vascular, oncological, and musculoskeletal interventions.
  • Discuss the technical nuances, procedural strategies, and innovations in IR treatments, with a focus on optimizing patient outcomes and minimizing complications.
  • Evaluate the role of multidisciplinary collaboration in the management of complex cases, emphasizing the integration of IR within the broader healthcare team.
  • Review and apply the principles of patient safety, quality improvement, and ethical considerations in the practice of interventional radiology.
  • Identify strategies for addressing common challenges in IR, including difficult anatomical considerations, patient selection, and post-procedural care.
  • Explore the impact of technological advancements, including imaging and device innovations, on the practice and outcomes of IR procedures.
  • Discuss the management of specific conditions such as arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), and pulmonary embolism (PE), incorporating the latest guidelines and research findings.
  • Examine the importance of professional development, wellness, and resilience in maintaining a sustainable and fulfilling career in interventional radiology.
  • Analyze case studies and morbidity and mortality (M & M) cases to extract lessons learned and best practices for clinical decision-making and procedural execution.
  • Engage in interactive learning sessions, including debates, panel discussions, and case reviews, to foster critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving in IR.

Agenda

Sessions at a glance (to follow…)
Full Program (to follow…)


Social Activities

Thursday, May 22nd, 2025, 6pm – Opening Night Reception and Networking

Friday, May 23rd, 2025, 6pm – Women in IR Cocktail and Networking


Annual General Meeting Notice

The Canadian Association for Interventional Radiology (CAIR) will hold an in-person Annual General Meeting (AGM) for its voting members in good standing on May 22nd, 2025, at 2:50 p.m. at the Westin Nova Scotian, NS, during CAIR’s Annual Scientific Meeting.


Guest Speakers

Dr. Robert J. Lewandowski, MD, FSIR

 

SIR President
Professor of Radiology, Medicine, and Surgery
Director of Interventional Oncology
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

 

Robert J Lewandowski, MD, FSIR, an interventional radiologist and professor at Northwestern Medicine Feinberg School of Medicine (Chicago) was named president of the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) during the SIR 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting in Salt Lake City.

 


Prof. Dr. Philippe L. Pereira, MD, PhD, EBIR, FCIRSE, EBIR-ES, FESGAR

 

Executive Board CIRSE, President
Director
Center of Radiology, Minimally Invasive Therapies and Nuclear Medicine
SLK-Kliniken GmbH, Academic Hospital of Ruprecht-Karls-University, Heidelberg, D.

 

Chair of the 2022 and 2023 European Conference on Interventional Oncology (ECIO), Philippe L Pereira muses on the status of interventional oncology (IO) in 2021, following more than a year of disruption from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Through his work on various European guidelines delineating cancer care pathways, he has been instrumental in shaping the discipline and flying the flag for IO within multidisciplinary working groups. “Most oncologists recognize the value of our minimally invasive therapies and know very well how to integrate our treatments into the therapeutic armamentarium that currently exists for cancer patients,” he says

 


Dr. Valérie Monnin-Bares, MD

Praticien Hospitalier
Service d’imagerie cardio-vasculaire et thoracique
CHRU Arnaud de Villeneuve
Montpellier

 

 

 

 


CAIR Award Winner

TBC

 

 


Faculty

Planning Committee

Dr. Alex Botsford

Dr. Cori Caughlin

Dr. Nevin De Korompay

Dr. Gerald Gahide

Dr. Jason Wong

Speakers

Dr. Robert Abraham

Dr. Alessandra Cassano-Bailey

Dr. Cori Caughlin

Dr. Nevin de Korompay

Dr. Darren Ferguson

Dr. Gerald Gahide

Dr. John Kachura

Dr. Jason Wong


Hotel Information

Westin Nova Scotian
1181 Hollis Street
Halifax, NS, B3H 2P6

A preferential rate has been negotiated for the attendees. You will receive a private link (on your receipt) to book your room when you will register.


Travel

AIR CANADA DISCOUNTCAIR ASM participants can take advantage of an instant 5-10% discount when booking a flight with Air Canada.  Use the following promo code: UT4XNXD1

WESTJET: 5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada and 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for guests traveling Trans-border. No discount will apply to Basic or Business class bookings. To take advantage of this offer, you will need the discount code listed. Please visit www.westjet.com/conventions to make a booking online.  Use the following code: 2R3O1TE


Registration

Members – EARLY BIRD Rates
Physician – $1,121.47
Fellow/Resident – $190.65 – coupon code: ASM83
Nurse/Technologist – $560.74 – coupon code: ASM50
Student – $0 – coupon code: ASM100

Non-Members – EARLY BIRD Rates
Physician – $1,758.24
Fellow/Resident – $879.12 – coupon code: ASM50
Nurse/Technologist – $879.12 – coupon code: ASM50
Student – $0 – coupon code: ASM100

Members – Regular Rates
Physician – $1,330.56
Fellow/Resident – $226.20 – coupon code: ASM83
Nurse/Technologist – $665.28 – coupon code: ASM50
Student – $0 – coupon code: ASM100

Non-Members – Regular Rates
Physician – $1,948.32
Fellow/Resident – $974.16 – coupon code: ASM50
Nurse/Technologist – $974.16 – coupon code: ASM50
Student – $0 – coupon code: ASM100


Annual Scientific Meeting 2025

  • Fellow/Resident MEMBERS, please use coupon code: ASM83 on the cart page.
  • Nurse/Technologist MEMBERS, please use coupon code: ASM50 on the cart page.
  • Fellow/Resident/Nurse/Technologist NON-MEMBERS, please use coupon code: ASM50 on the cart page.
  • Students, please use coupon code: ASM100 on the cart page.
  • Membership status and level will be verified.

Original price was: $1,948.32.Current price is: $1,758.24.Add to cart

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NOTICE OF COMMUNICATION

By registering for this event, you agree to receive communications from CAIR, including, but not limited to, overall event updates, educational content provided by sponsors, event-sponsored session details, and future events hosted by or in partnership with CAIR.

DELEGATE LIST CONSENT

A list of attendees’ names and locations will be made available to all registrants and industry representatives.

CANCELATION FEE POLICY

30 days before the event: 50$ (+tx)
7 days before the event: 50% of registration fees (+tx)
Less than 7 days before the event: No Refund.


Exhibitor Information and Services Kit (to follow)


Corporate Partners & Sponsors

The Canadian Association of Interventional Radiology (CAIR) is committed to fostering unbiased, evidence-based, and high-quality education for healthcare professionals. In line with this commitment, we adhere to strict policies regarding corporate support for our accredited CPD activities. All financial and/or in-kind support from corporate entities is accepted with the clear understanding that the Scientific Planning Committee (SPC) retains full control over all aspects of the educational content, faculty selection, and program development. Any support received is duly acknowledged, ensuring transparency and accountability. By engaging in corporate support, partners and sponsors contribute to the advancement of medical education, while also adhering to our stringent policies that uphold the integrity and educational value of our programs. We welcome support that aligns with our mission and values, and we are grateful for contributions that aid in the delivery of outstanding educational experiences for our members and the broader medical community.

Details

Start:
May 22
End:
May 24
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Organizer

CAIR
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Venue

Westin Nova Scotian
1181 Hollis St
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 2P6 Canada
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