Interventional Radiology Independent Residency

1. Must have completed an ACGME-accredited Diagnostic Radiology Residency
2. Applicant should be board-eligible or board-certified in Diagnostic Radiology
3. Eligible for ESIR (Early Specialization in Interventional Radiology) or non-ESIR pathway
4. Must fulfill institutional requirements for medical licensure/training in the U.S.
5. Suitable for candidates seeking subspecialty training in Interventional Radiology

The Interventional Radiology Independent Residency at UC Irvine is a 1–2 year advanced training program for physicians who have completed Diagnostic Radiology, offering comprehensive hands-on experience in minimally invasive, image-guided procedures such as vascular and non-vascular interventions, embolization, and catheter-based therapies; the program emphasizes clinical patient care, procedural expertise, and multidisciplinary collaboration, with exposure to complex cases in a high-volume academic setting, along with opportunities in research and academic development, ultimately preparing trainees for independent practice and eligibility for dual certification in Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology (IR/DR).

1. Apply through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service)
2. Participate in the NRMP Match (Independent IR Residency Match)
3. Submit required documents:
4. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
5. Personal Statement
6. Letters of Recommendation
7. USMLE/COMLEX scores
4. Applications are reviewed by the program faculty
5. Shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews
6. Final selection is done through the Match ranking system