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Grandfather of Vascular Quality Initiative retires from Fivos
Jack L. Cronenwett, MD, considered the “Grandfather of the VQI,” will retire as the chief medical officer (CMO) for Fivos, the medical data solutions technology partner for the Vascular Quality Initiative (VQI). Cronenwett took on the role of CMO at…
SVS releases updated guidelines for intermittent claudication
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) has issued a comprehensive update to its clinical practice guidelines for the management of intermittent claudication, urging clinicians to prioritize conservative treatment strategies and patient-centered care. The new guidelines, published in April 2025, reflect…
SVS leadership figures reflect on roles ahead of elections
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) is entering a transformative period as Vice President Linda Harris, MD, transitions to the role of SVS president-elect, while Secretary William Shutze, MD, completes his term, making way for the election of their successors.…
Complex Wound Care Masterclass now set to commence at VAM 2026
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS), in collaboration with the Society for Vascular Nursing (SVN) and the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), has postponed the Complex Wound Care Masterclass workshop, initially scheduled for June 7 after the 2025 Vascular Annual…
SVS seeks feedback on VESAP6 mobile app
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) is inviting users to participate in a brief survey regarding their experiences with the sixth edition of the Vascular Education and Self-Assessment Program (VESAP6)—which bears 600 questions—on mobile devices. The insights gathered will aid…
Highway to Health: SVS to stage virtual how-to session
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) will hold a virtual Highway to Health informational session exclusively for members on Wednesday, April 30, at 7 p.m. Central time. This session aims to provide members with a comprehensive overview of the Highway…
VAM 2025 set to feature dedicated session on artificial intelligence and machine learning
The upcoming Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM), taking place June 4–7 in New Orleans, will see Jason T. Lee, MD, and Claudie Sheahan, MD, at the forefront of educational programming. Both have stepped into pivotal roles, with Lee serving as VAM…
Audible Bleeding luminaries podcast looks back at its origins in vascular education
In 2018, a group of dedicated vascular surgery trainees recognized a notable gap in educational resources within their specialty. This realization sparked the creation of the Audible Bleeding podcast, a platform designed to enhance vascular surgery education through engaging discussions…
From Olympic triumph to healthcare advocacy: Jim Craig to deliver VAM 2025 keynote address
Jim Craig, a longtime support and vascular advocate, will deliver the annual keynote address at the 2025 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) in New Orleans (June 4–7). Craig is known as the goaltender for the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team and…
SVS International Committee’s 2025 scholars named
The SVS International Relations Committee (IRC) has announced the recipients of the 2025 International Scholars Program, recognizing the achievements of three distinguished professionals: Sohei Matsuura, MD, from Japan; Rahel Abebayehu Assefa, MD, from Ethiopia; and Prajna Kota, MD, from India.…