WAVE – Women in AV valvEs, a PCR Mentorship Programme
PCR is providing the educational framework for the training and mentorship of the next generation of women leaders in structural heart disease, focusing on mitral and tricuspid valve interventions and advanced imaging.
WAVE is a six-month european mentorship and training programme addressing a key gap in advanced valvular interventions and imaging. Combining mentorship, clinical exposure and dedicated structured educational sessions, it aims to accelerate the development of high-potential physicians and strengthen long-term engagement within the field.
Watch Programme Director Mirjam Wild introduce the WAVE – Women in AV ValvEs Fellowship Programme.
Applications are now open
Scientific Governance
Programme Directors:
PCR Fellowships Scientific Coordinator:
A 6-month pathway designed for development of women leadership
- One-to-one mentorship with international experts
- Six structured educational online & onsite sessions
- One-month observational stay in a leading centre, with exposure to patient selection, procedural planning and the full care pathway
- Participation in 2 PCR Courses (PCR London Valves 2026 and AVAM 2027)
- Development and presentation of a clinical or scientific project
A comprehensive educational programme
- Leadership and career development
- Research methodology and trial design
- Scientific writing
- Introduction to gender medicine in VHD
- Presentation and communication skills (ViTAL framework)
- Interdisciplinary collaboration within the heart team
Get to know the institutions and people participating
Each participating institution offers a unique learning environment within the Wave Programme. Explore the centres and mentors, and learn more about their expertise, facilities and fellowship opportunities.
Who can apply
- Applicant profile: early to mid-career women interventional cardiologists and imagers, with an interest in tricuspid and mitral interventions
- There is no limit in terms of age or nationality. However, applicants must be based in Europe, as the host centres are located across Europe.
- A working knowledge of English is mandatory. Knowledge of the language used at the host centre is an advantage but is not required.
- Participation is mandatory for the whole of the 6-month pathway
- Applicants should be members of the PCR Companions Programme and ensure that their information is up to date.
- The selection of participants is at the discretion of the PCR Fellowship Programme Directors
- Practical information
Logistics & living expenses for the micro-fellowship:
Selected candidates will receive a total allowance of 3 000 euros to cover logistics and living expenses during the one-month observational fellowship in the host centre.
Logistics & accommodation for your participation at:
PCR London Valves & Fundamentals Courses 2026 (21-24 November 2026) – London, United Kingdom:
Selected candidates will receive a total allowance of 1 350 euros to cover logistics and accommodation for 3 nights at PCR London Valves 2026. The registration will be covered.
AVAM 2027 (15-16 April 2027) – Bordeaux, France:
Selected candidates will receive a total allowance of 850 euros to cover logistics and accommodation for 2 nights to AVAM 2027. The registration will be covered.
- Other useful information
Selected candidates will be required to sign a PCR Fellowship Support Agreement.
Please note that the selected candidates will be responsible for arranging and covering any administrative or logistical requirements related to the 1-month observational micro-fellowship, such as visa, insurance, or vaccinations required by the host institution and/or host country.
PCR will be able to assist by providing an invitation letter if needed.
Selected candidates will be required to make an oral restitution at the end of the programme, to present the programme’s results and lessons learned.
- What is the deadline for submission to WAVE – Women in AV valvEs, a PCR Mentorship Programme?
The submission deadline is 11 August at 23:59 (CET).
- Can I revise my submission after it has been submitted?
Yes. You may modify your submission until the submission deadline.
- I have a question regarding my submission(s), whom should I contact?
For any questions regarding your submission, please contact: [email protected]
- When will I know if my submission has been accepted by the Scientific Committee?
Applicants will be notified of the results in early September.