Ask Me Anything Sessions
The new “Ask Me Anything sessions” are interactive open forums where you can directly engage in discussions about a wide range of topics. Each session will feature experts in the field who will share their in-depth knowledge and insights in a short lecture, followed by an open discussion in which attendees actively shape the conversation by asking questions, exploring new ideas, and gaining valuable information.
Clinical Trials in Radiology Sessions
In Clinical Trials in Radiology (CTiR) sessions, scientific evidence is presented for imaging tests that are very likely to impact a radiologist’s clinical practice in the future. Each CTiR presented during these sessions is accompanied by a commentary from experts in the respective field.
connAction – Radiology Connecting Disciplines
The “connAction – Radiology Connecting Disciplines” event will feature some of radiology’s biggest names sharing the stage with experts from other medical disciplines. The sessions will cover a wide range of topics and will share a common thread in examining radiology’s place in the healthcare continuum and emphasising the importance of taking a multidisciplinary approach to care.
E³ – Advanced Courses
The E³ – Advanced Courses are a series of sessions covering subjects of great relevance. This year’s courses include imaging of the gastrointestinal tract, hybrid imaging, and female pelvic imaging. Conducted by specialists in their discipline, the various sessions within each course demonstrate the multiple facets of these topics while complementing one another to provide an in-depth exploration of the respective field.
The Interactive Teaching sessions are organised under the same umbrella and allow attendees to learn through cases while interacting with lecturers using the digital voting tool. Topics of these sessions span from current issues in chest imaging to postmortem and transgender patient imaging.
E³ – ECR Master Classes
The E³ – ECR Master Classes focus on continuous professional development and lifelong learning. The classes are designed for subspecialised radiologists, seeking cutting-edge information in their particular fields of interest. They are held by experts in the field and reflect state-of-the-art knowledge, as well as emerging trends. The contents mostly cover Level III European Training Curriculum (ETC) learning objectives.
E³ – European Diploma Prep Sessions
The E³ – European Diploma Prep sessions prepare attendees for future European Diploma in Radiology (EDiR) examinations. The sessions are organised in close cooperation with the European Board of Radiology (EBR) and offer an opportunity for residents to get insight into topics relevant to EDiR and their national board examinations. The topics are repeated over two years and cover Levels I and II of the European Training Curriculum (ETC).
E³ – The Beauty of Basic Knowledge Sessions
The E³ – Beauty of Basic Knowledge sessions offer participants the chance to refresh their knowledge in fundamental topics of imaging. This year, the Beauty of Basic Knowledge sessions focus on breast, cardiac and emergency imaging, allowing anyone from residents to board-certified radiologists to strengthen their understanding in these essentials of radiology.
E³ – Young ECR Programme
The E³ – Young ECR Programme is specifically tailored to address various essential topics for radiology residents and trainee radiographers. The programme is also suitable for students. Five sections of the programme (Basic Sessions, Case-Based Diagnosis Training Session, Student Sessions and the Radiology Trainees Forum (RTF) Quiz and Highlighted Lectures) ensure that all relevant topics are covered.
EFRS Sessions
The ‘EFRS Meets’ session is organised by the European Federation of Radiographer Societies (EFRS) and provides a platform to introduce and highlight the accomplishments of its member societies in the world of radiography. This year’s session features experts from the United Kingdom.
The EFRS Session addresses timely topics interesting to radiographers and related to professional issues in radiography.
ESR at Work Sessions
The ESR at Work sessions cover a wide range of topics, including but not limited to research, education, audit, and professional development in radiology and related disciplines. The sessions are usually structured in a traditional style, with a few lectures and a panel discussion, and organised by the ESR and ESR-related bodies.
ESR Meets Sessions
The ‘ESR Meets’ sessions are an opportunity to gain a greater insight into the innovations and perspectives of other countries and their radiological communities. The ESR is proud to host these sessions, which showcase ESR’s bond to the national societies of countries worldwide.
ECR Workshops
The ECR Workshops are an excellent opportunity for attendees to practice their skills in a “learning by doing” approach. Through demonstrations, immersive scenarios, and engaging activities, attendees are encouraged to participate actively in acquiring knowledge about relevant topics in the field of radiology. The ECR Workshops cover all levels of the European Training Curriculum (ETC) for radiology, while Workshops organised for radiographers cover topics of interest to trained radiographers.
In Focus Programme
Taking inspiration from the popular BBC podcast, People Fixing the World, the ECR 2025 In Focus programme will shine a light on members of the imaging community who are making extraordinary things happen on our planet.
From providing teleservices in conflict zones and bring ultrasound to the remotest regions to harnessing the power of AI and driving radiology’s green transition, Imagers Fixing the World will celebrate the people and projects that are advancing global health equity and planetary sustainability for the future.
Join us in our distinct In Focus lounge where the positive power of radiology will be at the forefront of your experience. With a highly diverse range of speakers from across the healthcare sphere and beyond, Imagers Fixing the World promises to be a uniquely inspirational, educational and motivational experience for congress attendees.
ISRRT Sessions
The ISRRT sessions, organised by the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT), demonstrate the vital role that radiographers play in the medical imaging profession. This is accomplished through the exploration of the practice, research, and unique challenges faced by radiographers.
Joint Sessions
The Joint Sessions are an opportunity to gain a deeper insight into multidisciplinary collaboration of the ESR with a multitude of other disciplines related to the world of medical imaging. The sessions highlight collaborative efforts in regard to science and professional issues.
(Junior) Image Interpretation Quizzes
The Image Interpretation Quizzes, two traditional interactive highlights of every ECR, provide both education and entertainment. Distinguished radiologists will share their knowledge and diagnosis strategies with the audience.
New Horizons Sessions
The New Horizons (NH) sessions provide an insight into recent developments within a specific area of practice, be that innovations in technique, evolvements within a speciality, or improvements in disease treatment. Exploring these topics allows presenters to highlight advancements that may become routine in the near future, or that indicate a whole new area of research and clinical application.
Multidisciplinary Sessions
The Multidisciplinary sessions (MS) aim to promote a multidisciplinary approach to detection and treatment, integrating radiologists and other clinicians to share their expertise.
Open Forum Sessions
The Open Forum (OF) sessions are dedicated to topics that cannot be presented in a traditional frontal teaching style. The sessions are conceptualised in an open space, with short introductory lectures and long discussions. Attendees are invited to share their opinions and experiences during the discussion.
Plenary Lectures
The ECR Plenary Lectures (PL) address highly relevant topics that have the potential to change the radiology field. The lectures aim to show a unique point of view on topics carefully chosen by the Congress President and usually align with the general theme of the Congress.
Professional Challenges Sessions
The Professional Challenges (PC) sessions aim to provide a platform for important issues experienced by those working within the field of radiology. Subjects of current relevance, such as training, education, research, communication, and management, are presented.
Refresher Courses
The Refresher Courses (RC) are comprised of a variety of key radiological topics orchestrated by the scientific subcommittees. The aim of the sessions is not only to refresh the audience’s knowledge, but also to review, inform, and offer updates of the various fields through engaging presentations suitable for new radiologists through to experienced doctors.
Research Presentation Sessions
The Research Presentation (RP) sessions feature the best of submitted abstracts. The sessions present cutting-edge radiology science from all over the world. The scientific subcommittees have carefully selected abstracts and created sessions that touch on some of the essential topics in radiology research.
Special Focus Sessions
The Special Focus (SF) sessions explore developments within the world of clinical radiology, tackling these complex matters through in-depth analysis and debate.
State of the Art Symposia
The State of the Art (SA) symposia are an opportunity for experts in their field to educate and inform the audience on essential topics such as anatomical regions, specific diseases, or particular techniques. Presentations are backed by experience, evidence and data of the chosen subjects.
The Cube
The Cube, ECR’s popular interventional radiology event, focuses on the following four topics in an engaging and hands-on environment: peripheral, central, oncological, and neurological interventional radiology. It offers a balanced combination of short lectures from experts in the field and a large number of simulation-based activities at the popular Simulator Adventure Park, where participants get the chance to work with devices and simulators under the guidance of tutors.
Transatlantic Course of ESR and RSNA
The Transatlantic Course (TC) combines the resources of the ESR and RSNA (Radiological Society of North America) to present a series of sessions concentrated around a central topic. The sessions usually include case-based interactive discussions and align with Levels II and III of the European Training Curriculum (ETC).