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AIRP Hot Seat Course

Preparing radiology residents and fellows for high-stakes, structured case competency

Course Description

The ACR Institute for Radiologic Pathology (AIRP) Hot Seat Course is a two-day, weekend case-based program designed to prepare radiology residents and fellows for high-stakes, structured case competency. The course emphasizes real-world clinical reasoning, clear verbal communication and efficient case management under time-focused conditions, closely mirroring the format and expectations of real-life case readouts.

The course places participants directly “in the hot seat,” and simulates the ways radiologists will need to present oral cases while strengthening clear, confident and well-reasoned case presentation skills.

Led by expert faculty from the AIRP the program integrates findings across multiple subspecialties, reinforcing the critical principles of radiology.

Participants will engage in highly interactive sessions featuring unknown case reviews, rapid-fire Q&A and faculty-guided discussions that emphasize diagnostic reasoning, differential diagnosis and effective communication under pressure.

Whether you are looking to enhance your interpretive and presentation skills or simply seek a focused learning experience, this course offers a high-yield, genuine opportunity designed to support peak performance when it matters most.


Learning Objectives


At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:


  1. Present radiologic cases effectively in a structured case-based discussion format, demonstrating clear communication, diagnostic reasoning and professional composure in a realistic, high-stakes learning environment.

    ACGME Competencies: Interpersonal and Communication Skills; Professionalism

  2. Assess individual strengths and areas for improvement by developing targeted strategies for ongoing learning and performance enhancement.

    ACGME Competencies: Practice-Based Learning and Improvement; Systems-Based Practice

  3. Apply a structured and systematic approach to differential diagnosis formulation and case interpretation.

    ACGME Competencies: Practice-Based Learning and Improvement; Medical Knowledge

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Accreditation & Credit Designation Statements

Physician Accreditation Statement

The American College of Radiology® is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Physician Credit Designation Statement

TBD

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

The American College of Radiology (ACR) adheres to the policies and guidelines, including the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE, set forth to providers by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), stating those activities where continuing education credits are awarded must be balanced, independent, objective, and scientifically rigorous. All persons in a position to control the content of an accredited continuing education program provided by ACR are required to disclose all financial relationships with any ineligible company within the past 24 months. All financial relationships reported are identified as relevant and mitigated by ACR in accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE in advance of delivery of the activity to learners. The content of this activity was vetted by ACR to assure objectivity and that the activity is free of commercial bias. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated by ACR.

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