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General surgeons getting less vascular training
Vascular surgery fellow case logs reflect an increase in endovascular interventions, but general surgery residents may be missing out on training opportunities, according to a study of national case data. In addition, general surgery residents saw a decrease in open…
Transitions
A few years ago I accepted an offer to work in a small community hospital. It was the only medical facility in a small town and was located in a semirural area. The nearest referral center was about 75 miles…
Present vascular surgery challenges are magnified in our emergency rooms
The historical successes of emergent vascular care are known to many. The role vascular surgeons have played in providing experienced care in emergent situations has been well documented whether near the battlefield or in our local emergency/trauma centers. Competent vascular…
Disappearing Act
By now you must be tired of my rants about other specialties making inroads into our “turf.” But a brochure came across my desk that really gave me heartburn. The glossy, multipage flier announced a meeting devoted to the treatment…
The ‘Silent Minority’
In May, Rebecca (Becky) Maron CAE, the first Executive Director of the Society for Vascular Surgery, is retiring. Becky played a pivotal role in setting the stage for the exponential growth and success of the SVS we know today. Her…
Vascular Surgery Chronicles: Charles Lindbergh and Alexis Carrel: Strange Bedfellows
How does one of the smartest and most well-known men of his time become almost forgotten in history? Dr. Alexis Carrel’s contributions to medicine brought him to the height of fame in the worlds of surgery and science. By designing…
Elections?
The SVS is currently soliciting nominations for election to the positions of VP, Treasurer, and Secretary. Because this is an election year in the USA, I wonder how the current crop of Republican and Democratic candidates would campaign if they…
Law & Medicine: Which doctors get sued?
Question: Doctors are more prone to lawsuits if they: A. Have been sued before. B. Spend fewer dollars per hospitalized patient. C. Show poor communication skills. D. A and C only. E. A, B, and C. Answer: E. Two very…
Vascular surgery – it’s personal
Let’s get personal for a moment. The next time you walk past your local cancer center, pay attention to the signs, the branding, and the message. I’ll bet you won’t have to look too hard to see reference to personalized…
Dealing with adversity in vascular surgery
Adversity is part of life and everyone must deal with it. How one manages adversity matters, separates the winners from the losers, and is a major determinant of success. Dr. Frank J. Veith Adverse challenges may be minor, intermediate or…