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Gain discount on premier vascular review resources
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) is encouraging members to pre-purchase the sixth edition of the Vascular Education and Self-Assessment Program (VESAP6), a premier digital resource for those preparing for qualifying, certification and recertification examinations. Presales will end on March…
SVS seeks nominations for vice president
The SVS has opened the nomination period for the position of SVS vice president, with the deadline set for March 15. Anyone can nominate/self-nominate for vice president, but only Active and Senior SVS members in good standing are eligible for…
SVS invites new compensation study participation, former participants to update information
In 2023, the SVS collaborated with Phairify to launch a compensation study to provide vascular surgeons with tailored insights into compensation, practice and productivity data relevant to their specialty and practice in a bid to help them make informed career…
Medical students advocate for women’s vascular health
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Foundation’s “Voices of Vascular” series is underscoring women’s contributions to the specialty. The SVS Foundation initiative champions female accomplishments, emphasizing the pivotal role they play in helping shape…
New editorial team selected for Rutherford’s 12th edition
The SVS Executive Board has appointed the editorial team for the upcoming 12th edition of Rutherford’s Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy. The team now includes Linda Harris, MD, Audra Duncan, MD, and Peter Henke, MD. Duncan and Henke, alongside Harris,…
JVS group open-access papers
The Journal of Vascular Surgery (JVS) editors announced the open-access articles available in the flagship title’s March 2024 issue. The relevant papers are: “Creating hemodialysis autogenous access in children and adolescents” (vascular.org/JVShemodialysis); “Safety and efficacy of mechanical aspiration thrombectomy for…
JVS-CIT releases special issue on genetic arteriopathy
The Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases, Innovations and Techniques (JVS-CIT) has published its latest virtual special issue, which covers genetic arteriopathy. This is the second special issue published in the journal. JVS-CIT currently plans to publish four per year. JVS-CIT…
Audible Bleeding podcast expands horizons with new senior editor
In the fast-evolving landscape of medical education, podcasts have emerged as a powerful medium for disseminating knowledge and fostering community among professionals. Among these, Audible Bleeding has carved a niche as an auditory experience and formal publication dedicated to shaping…
Vascular Verification Program green-lights first three outpatient centers
The American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) have verified the first three outpatient centers under the newly launched Vascular Verification Program (Vascular-VP), with initiatives that focus on ensuring the highest quality of vascular surgical…
Fifth edition of SVS leadership program reaches capacity
The fifth cohort in the society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Leadership Development Program (LDP) reached capacity in early February due to limited space and high interest from members. According to LDP faculty, the curriculum draws from the highest quality evidence-based…