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Grand Slams and Catastrophes 2026

February 6 - February 7

Meeting Details

Date: February 6-7, 2026

Location: Hilton Whistler Resort, Whistler, BC


Check out the video from CAIR’s GS&C in Lake Louise, AB, in 2025!


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CME Credits

The Grand Slams & Catastrophes 2026 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).

The Grand Slams & Catastrophes 2026  will apply to be approved for Category “A” credits by the CAMRT  and recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).  This CE activity may be available in multiple formats or from different CE sponsors. ARRT does not allow self-learning activities to be repeated for CE credit in the same CE biennium.


Meeting Learning Objectives

At the end of the meeting, participants should be able to:

  • Identify common errors that may lead to procedural complications.
  • Describe steps and methods to mitigate procedural complications.
  • Describe vascular and non-vascular interventional techniques for salvage once a complication occurs.
  • Describe common causes of system medical errors in interventional radiology.
  • List requirements for proper patient-informed consent.
  • Describe methods to communicate with the patient regarding a complication.
  • Recognize and assess the medicolegal implications that may arise from complications in interventional radiology.

Agenda

Sessions at a glance

Full program – to follow…


Meals, Friday Night Dinner & Networking

All breakfasts, breaks, and the Friday evening dinner are included in your registration. Lunch will not be provided. Friday night dinner is by invitation to attendees only – registrants will receive a separate email with details regarding the dinner.


Guest Speaker

 

Charles (Chuck) Ray, MD, PhD
Interim Chair, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, University of Utah Health

Charles (Chuck) Ray, MD, PhD, has been named Interim Chair of the Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences in the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah, effective September 8. He will also continue in a clinical role in interventional radiology and in his role as Editor for the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology. Chuck succeeds Satoshi Minoshima, MD, PhD, who led the department over a decade.

Ray is a nationally recognized leader in academic radiology. Since joining U of U Health in 2024, he has been deeply involved in strengthening the department’s clinical programs, research, and educational mission. Before coming to Utah, Ray served as Chair of Radiology at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, where he also held senior leadership roles, including Interim Executive Dean of the College of Medicine and Associate Chief Executive Officer for Strategic Alignment at the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System.

 


Faculty

*Dr. Andrew Benko, MD, FRCPC, C.S.P.Q
Chief of Angiography and Interventional Radiology, CHUS; Associated professor, University of Sherbrooke

*Dr. Adnan Hadziomerovic MD, FRCPC
Head Vascular and Interventional Radiology Dept. of Medical Imaging, The Ottawa Hospital Assistant Professor, University of Ottawa

*Dr. Stefan Przybojewski, MBChB
Interventional Radiologist, Foothill’s Medical Center, Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Calgary

*Dr. Jason Wong, MD, FRCPC, FSIR, FCIRSE
Clinical Associate Professor, Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology, Foothills Medical Centre; Cumming, School of Medicine, University of Calgary

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Dr. Mathieu Béland, MD, FRCPC
Interventional Radiologist, Hôpital St-François d’Assise, CHU de Québec, Clinical Professor, Université Laval

Dr. Alessandra Cassano-Bailey, MD, FRCPC
Past President, Canadian Association of Interventional Radiology (CAIR) | Assistant Professor Radiology University of Manitoba | Interventional Radiologist Health Sciences Centre

Dr. Véronique Caty, MD, FRCPC
Vascular and Interventional Radiologist, CIUSSS Montreal East

Dr. Nevin De Korompay, MD
Interventional Radiologist

Dr. Tara Graham, MD, FRCPC
Vascular and Interventional Radiologist, Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga; Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto

Dr. John Kachura, MD, FRCPC, FSIR
Professor, Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto | Interventional Radiologist, University Health Network and Mount Sinai Hospital (UHN/MSH)

Dr. Catherine Lalonde, MD, FRCPC,
Interventional Radiologist, CHU de Québec, affiliated to Université Laval

Dr. Maxime Noël-Lamy, MD
Associate professor Interventional Radiology Université de Sherbrooke, QC

Dr. Richard Owen, MD
Associate Professor Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging, University of Alberta Hospital

Dr. Neil Resnick, MD, FSIR
Division Chief and Vice Chair, Interventional Radiology, Associate Professor of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School

Dr. Stephen Ryan MD, PhD, FRCPC
Fellowship Director, Vascular and Interventional Radiology and Assistant Professor, University of Ottawa

Dr. David Valenti, MD, FRCPC, FSIR
Division Head, Interventional Radiology, McGill University Health Centre, Director IR Fellowship Program, McGill University, Montreal

 

*Planning committee member


Location

Hilton Whistler Resort
4050 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V8E 1H9


Registration

Members (Early Bird Price until December 20, 2025)

Physician – $1093
Fellow/Resident/Nurse/Technologist – $328 – coupon code: GSC70
Student – $0 – coupon code: GSC100

Non-Members (Early Bird Price until December 20, 2025)

Physician – $1849
Fellow/Resident/Nurse/Technologist – $925 – coupon code: GSC50
Student – $0 – coupon code: GSC100

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Members (Regular Price)

Physician – $1322
Fellow/Resident/Nurse/Technologist – $397 –  coupon code: GSC70
Student – $0 – coupon code: GSC100

Non-Members  (Regular Price)

Physician – $2219
Fellow/Resident/Nurse/Technologist – $1110 – coupon code: GSC50
Student – $0 – coupon code: GSC100


CAIR MEMBER PRICING

To take advantage of the member discount, you must log into your member account first, select the “Register for Events” link in the member dashboard to navigate back to this event, add the item to your cart, view your cart, use the appropriate coupon code if you are a Fellow/Resident/Nurse/Technologist or Student, then proceed to checkout. Follow the instructions to fill out personal and payment information. A confirmation email will be sent once the payment is processed. 

Membership status and level will be verified. Please email info@cairweb.ca if you have questions about your membership status or level.


CAIR NON-MEMBER PRICING:

To register as a non-member, you must add the item to your cart, view your cart, use the appropriate coupon code if you are a Fellow/Resident/Nurse/Technologist or Student, then proceed to checkout. Follow the instructions to fill out personal and payment information. A confirmation email will be sent once the payment is processed. Please email info@cairweb.ca if you have questions about your registration.

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IMPORTANT

By registering as a participant in this event, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

  • Confidentiality. All discussions and materials presented during this event, including but not limited to all discussions and materials pertaining to medical care or treatment, (collectively, “Confidential Information”) are confidential and are intended only for the purpose of medical peer review in furtherance of the exchange of information for the improvement of patient care and in the reduction of morbidity and mortality in the field of cardiovascular and interventional radiology.
  • In consideration of your registration to the course, you agree not to disclose, divulge, reproduce, distribute, or otherwise communicate to any person, firm, or corporation any such Confidential Information in any manner whatsoever, in whole or in part, outside of the course and the course participants.
  • Furthermore, you agree not to act or otherwise become involved as an expert, consulting or testifying, for the plaintiff in any civil action involving any and all Confidential Information which has been the subject of critical disclosure during any portion of the event.
  • You will immediately notify CAIR upon learning of any unauthorized use or disclosure of Confidential Information.

Grand Slams and Catastrophes 2026 Event

• Fellow/Resident/Nurse/Technologist MEMBERS, use coupon code: GSC70 on the cart page.
• Fellow/Resident/Nurse/Technologist NON-MEMBERS, use coupon code: GSC50 on the cart page.
• Students, use coupon code: GSC100 on the cart page.
• Membership status and level will be verified. 

Original price was: $2,219.00.Current price is: $1,849.00.Add to cart

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Corporate Partners & Sponsors

CAIR programs are made possible through unrestricted education grants from our corporate partners and sponsors and are planned to achieve scientific integrity, objectivity, and balance.

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.


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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.

Details

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  • End: February 7
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Venue

  • Hilton Whistler Resort
  • 4050 Whistler Way
    Whistler, BC V8E1H9 Canada
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