“Tranche” dates — for completing all the paperwork for the Kai-Zen retirement accelerator program offered through the SVS Affinity Program of expanded benefits — have been set for 2019. The first dates are Jan. 28, March 11 and May 6.…

The SVS Foundation has extended the application deadline for its prestigious Resident Research Award to Tuesday, Jan. 22. This award is one of the most important opportunities for surgical trainees in vascular laboratories and includes the opportunity for the recipient…

Students and trainees can get financial help to attend the Vascular Annual Meeting in June. The Society for Vascular Surgery distributes dozens of travel scholarships to attend VAM, which is the perfect opportunity to meet other students as well as…

The SVS has a section dedicated solely to vascular physician assistants. All surgeons are encouraged to urge their PAs to join the section. This “professional home” for PAs has grown to 138 members in just one short year and more…

This year, the Society for Vascular Surgery will recognize a member in community practice who excels, leads and contributes. If you know of such a surgeon, make your nominations for the SVS Excellence in Community Service Award by Feb. 1.…

The Vascular Research Initiatives Conference emphasizes emerging vascular science and encourages interactive participation of attendees, including trainees who are aspiring academic vascular surgeons. The SVS Foundation offers the Vascular Research Initiatives Conference Trainee Travel Scholarship for trainees to attend the…

The workings of Congress and other governmental agencies frequently seem obscure and the impact of their decisions unclear. Yet collectively, these entities in Washington, D.C., wield huge power over vascular surgeons’ careers and lives. Do you have questions about what…

The SVS is working to ascertain members’ experiences in meeting federal regulatory requirements, with responses due by Dec. 31. Approximately 135 members have already responded – join them. Read more and find the survey link here.

This year’s Vascular Annual Meeting will have a new and elegant air about it, with the introduction of a Gala to benefit the SVS Foundation. It is replacing the traditional President’s Reception, at the request of SVS President Michel S.…

SVSConnect, your online community, is now open! This online space gives members a place for discussion, collaboration and a chance to expand their professional networks. This initial launch starts with a single forum for all members to get signed up…