The IR Juniors Podcast

• 10: Dr. Elie Balesh – US training pathways, the importance of identity, and successfully innovating within IR

  Dr. Elie Balesh, a radiologist from the USA, has built a remarkable career as a dual specialist in interventional radiology (IR) and cardiac imaging. In this episode of the IR Juniors podcast, Dr. Balesh shares his unique journey into the field, offering a comparative perspective on the training pathways in the US and UK, and delving into the existential challenges currently facing the specialty. With a dynamic portfolio career, Dr. Balesh expertly balances his roles as a full-time radiologist and a medical entrepreneur. He reflects on his experiences founding multiple medical start-ups and the lessons he has learned while navigating the intersection of healthcare and innovation. Whether you're in medicine, business, or another field, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration that we’re excited to share with you.

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• 9: Dr Raman Uberoi – Championing IR's path to recognition, developing the EBIR, and innovating in Radiology

  Dr. Raman Uberoi, a consultant interventional radiologist at Oxford's John Radcliffe Hospital, has been a key figure in shaping the future of interventional radiology (IR). With over two decades of experience, he has driven advancements in vascular and non-vascular interventions, led as Clinical Director of Radiology (2003–2012), and played a pivotal role in developing the European Board of Interventional Radiology (EBIR) curriculum. In this episode, Dr. Uberoi reflects on his journey, from championing minimally invasive treatments to delivering the prestigious Andreas Grüntzig Lecture at CIRSE. He also discusses IR’s evolution into a distinct specialty and his vision for innovation through his non-profit, the Minnova Medical Foundation.

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• 8: Dr Jamal Alkoteesh – From humble beginnings to IR Godfather of the Emirates

  Often called the "godfather of interventional radiology in the UAE," Dr.Jamal Alktoeesh has been one of its longest-serving interventional radiologists. Hosts Dan and Fahad are honoured to have him speak on the podcast about his leadership in transforming the UAE’s IR landscape, pioneering minimally invasive treatments and establishing the UAE’s first radiology residency program to train future specialists​​​​​​. They also speak in depth about his role as Industry Relations lead for PAIRs and his considerations with commercial work.

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• 7: Dr. Nelofer Gafoor – IMG to UK IR, Academy-based Training and Women in IR

  Dr Nelofer Gafoor is a Consultant Interventional Radiologist at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth. Nelo shares her journey from a small town in India to becoming an Interventional Radiologist in the UK. She discusses navigating the UK medical training system, her passion for Radiology sparked by observing her first IR procedure as a Medical Registrar, and the benefits of Academy-based Radiology training. Nelo also reflects on her IR Fellowship in Canada, highlighting the extensive hands-on experience she gained. The conversation covers gender disparity in IR, the evolving landscape of radiology training and her involvement in IR education, including her world-renowned course, ‘IR: The Basics’.

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• 6: Dr Neil Gupta – FRCR Struggles to Pioneering IR Techniques, TIRTL and IR Private Practice

  Dr Neil Gupta is a Consultant Interventional Radiologist at University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust and creator of TIRTL: the e-logbook for Interventional Radiology trainees.  In our most candid and wide ranging interview yet, Neil tells us all about his (at times tumultuous) journey through radiology training including struggles with the dreaded FRCR exams, to pioneering his eponymous IR procedure, shedding light on the barriers to private work in IR and much more!

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