An introducer assembly (10) includes an introducer sheath (12) having a proximal end (14). A lumen is disposed longitudinally through the interior of the introducer sheath. A hub (20) is attached about the proximal (14) end of the sheath (12). The hub (20) includes an opening disposed through its center. The opening is in fluid communication with the lumen of the sheath (12). A dilator clip (30) is releasably attached to the hub (20) of the introducer sheath (12). The dilator clip (30) comprises a base (32) having a proximal portion (31) and a distal portion (33). Disposed on the distal portion (33) of the dilator clip (30) is a dilator (19). The dilator (19) is coaxially positioned within the lumen of the introducer sheath (12) while the dilator clip (30) is attached to the hub (20).
