The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) is calling for nominations for its Excellence in Community Practice Award, which recognizes outstanding leadership within the community by a practicing vascular surgeon who has made sustained contributions to patient care and community well-being.
Patricia Furey, MD, one of last year’s recipients, highlighted the inspiration it provides.
“This award is extremely important for many of us who are in community practice, so I was very pleased to receive the award and very grateful, and I think it’s inspiring because we have a lot of wonderful community surgeons that wouldn’t even think of nominating themselves,” she said.
Nominees must have a minimum of 20 years as a practicing vascular surgeon, with at least five years as an SVS member to qualify.
The selection process considers evidence of the nominee’s impact on vascular care and community health, such as leadership in a community-based practice.
The 2024 nomination period is now open, with nominations due by Feb. 1, 2024. Any SVS member can nominate a candidate by submitting a nomination form and supporting documentation. Self-nominations are also accepted.
Nominations will be carefully reviewed by the SVS Community Practice Section, which will determine the award recipient.
Robert Molnar, MD, a 2022 award recipient, underscored the importance of recognizing community practice surgeons, who constitute nearly 50% of the SVS membership, he said.
To make inquiries or to obtain more information on the award and nominations, visit vascular.org/CommunityPracticeAward.
