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Abstract submissions open for VAM 2026
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) invites authors to submit abstracts for the 2026 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM 2026) by Jan. 7, 2026, at 3 p.m. Central Time. The event, held at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston (June 10–13),…
SVS receives slew of VAM 2026 ‘Hot Topics’ session proposals
Proposals for the new “Hot Topics” session at the 2026 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) recently drew in a slew of responses for the inaugural iteration of the program feature. Hot Topics sessions are designed to feature short, high-impact presentations on…
VAM 2026 chairs discuss pathways to podium, poster presentations
Whether you’re a seasoned vascular surgeon or a first-time attendee, Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Program Committee Chair Jason Lee, MD, and Postgraduate Education Committee (PGEC) Chair Claudie Sheahan, MD, want you to know there’s a place—and a pathway—for everyone…
SVS launches partnership to help private practice vascular surgeons cut costs
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) has announced a new partnership with group purchasing organization (GPO) Provista in an effort to help provide a cost-slashing benefit to private practice physicians amid ongoing financial pressures in outpatient care. The initiative, unveiled…
Three honored in VAM 2025 Poster Competition
The final day of the 2025 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) in New Orleans honored three winners in the championship round of the SVS Poster Competition. The audience voted to select the winners from more than 100 entries highlighting innovative research.…
Claim CME credits from 2025 vascular meetings
Attendees of the 2025 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM), Vascular Quality Initiative (VQI) Annual Meeting, and Society of Vascular Nursing (SVN) Annual Conference are reminded to claim their continuing medical education (CME) credits by 10:59 p.m. Central Time on July 7.…
Vote for your favorite projects at the Poster Competition
Don’t miss the chance to witness the creativity and hard work of the Poster Competition participants as they compete for top honors, taking place Friday afternoon at VAM 2025 from 12:30–2 p.m. in First Floor, Hall B. This competition offers…
Next gen: Pair of sessions tailored for medical students lay out keys to the specialty
Medical students attending the 2025 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) will have two unique opportunities to deepen their understanding of vascular surgery through sessions designed specifically for their level of training. On Thursday, June 5, the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) will…
A message from the SVS president
As we come together for VAM 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable progress we’ve made over the past year and to thank each of you for your dedication to our shared mission. This past…
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…