Early Specialization in Interventional Radiology (ESIR)

We have been approved by ACGME for up to 3 residents in our Early Subspecialization in IR (ESIR) pathway. This option is designed for our diagnostic radiology residents who begin their residencies undecided or wish to consider the possibility of training in a different location in their last year of IR training. Almost all of our ESIR residents have chosen to stay at Stanford for their independent IR year.

16-month Pathway to Subspecialty Certification in Nuclear Medicine

Each year, we have 1-2 residents who complete the 16-month pathway to specialty certification in Diagnostic Radiology and subspecialty certification in Nuclear Medicine. Residents in their fourth year spend the majority of their time in the Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging department where they learn all aspects of basic sciences, diagnostics and therapy as they relate to Nuclear Medicine. These residents may choose to complete additional fellowship training in another subspecialty of radiology or conclude their training and enter into professional practice.

Radiology-Educator (RadEd) Track

The Rad-Ed Track at Stanford offers an innovative pathway for residents passionate about enhancing radiology education. This track provides specialized training in educational theory, teaching methodologies, and curriculum development, equipping residents with the skills to engage effectively with learners. RadEd participants will benefit from mentorship, hands-on teaching experiences, and opportunities to contribute to educational scholarship, fostering strong relationships within the academic radiology community. Graduates of the RadEd track will emerge as capable educators, ready to influence the next generation of radiologists while advancing their careers in both clinical and educational domains.

Pediatric Radiology 15-Month Pathway

Stanford Medicine offers the 15-month pathway leading to specialty certification in Diagnostic Radiology and subspecialty certification in Pediatric Radiology, as defined by the American Board of Radiology (ABR). This pathway allows Stanford University Diagnostic Radiology (DR) residents to complete pediatric radiology subspecialty training during residency in accordance with ABR requirements. Completion of this pathway qualifies Stanford University trainees to apply for Pediatric Radiology subspecialty certification (often informally referred to as the Pediatric Radiology CAQ), assuming all other ABR requirements are met. More information.

Early Subspecialization in Diagnostic Neuroradiology (Neuroradiology 3+2)

Trainees in this pathway spend most of their PGY-5 (R4) year and their subsequent PGY-6 (fellowship) year in Neuroradiology, where they will gain experience in all aspects of neuroradiology including ED/inpatient, outpatient, pediatric, head & neck, and spine neuroimaging, as well as image-guided neuroradiology procedures.