The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advancement Coalition (DEIAC) is comprised of SIR members and key stakeholders focused on promoting diversity and inclusion within the interventional radiology workforce and SIR membership.

This group works with other SIR committees on opportunities and programs that will provide value to SIR, the interventional radiology community and stakeholders. They also provide guidance to the Executive Council on diversity and inclusion issues and develop plans for approval as needed. This group works within SIR's Member Services Division.

2024/2025 representatives
  • Mikhail Higgins, MD, MPH, chair
  • Hirschel McGinnis, MD, FSIR, vice chair
  • Michael Bergen, MD
  • Meridith Englander, MD, FSIR
  • Luis Garza-Barrera, MD 
  • Nishita Kothary, MD, FSIR
  • Natosha Monfore, DO
  • John Moriarty, MD, FSIR
  • Chinedum Nkemakolam
  • Paula Novelli, FSIR, MD
  • Juan Carlos Perez Lozada, MD
  • Michael Shirazi, MD
  • Ava Star, MD
  • Derek West, MD, MS

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Cathie Larocca

Manager, Member Engagement