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    May Vascular Research Initiatives Conference program takes shape

    Vascular Verification Program registers first four hospitals in US—including UCSF

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    Survey suggests venous work less valued than arterial interventions

    Vascular surgery resident reflects on Match Day experience

    New data on TAMBE outcomes in complex aortic aneurysms revealed

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    First patient enrolled in study of integrated laser atherectomy and IVL...

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    Elucid launches PlaqueIQ image analysis software for carotid arteries

    In Memoriam: Dr. John Ochsner

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    Study finds low mortality, high complication rates after aortic endograft explantation

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    Study identifies ‘critical need’ for guidelines on appropriate use of atherectomy

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    SVS receives CMSS grant to advance diagnostic excellence

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    SVS History Work Group’s landmark project culminates in new book

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    Vascular Specialist–April 2022

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