Surgeons, How’s Your Fiscal Health? Are You Under-Insured For Disability Insurance?
Vascular surgeons know they need excellent medical malpractice insurance. But how about disability insurance? SVS members just might be significantly under-insured, potentially impacting their lifestyles after a disability.
‘Surgery Is Only Part of Our Story’ – Branding Initiative Takes Shape
After nearly a year of research, consultation and consideration, after hearing feedback from approximately 300 members on tone, approach and messaging, the Society for Vascular Surgery is about to begin implementing a branding campaign.
Your SVS: Important Information for Members
PAD Resources: September is PAD Awareness Month, and SVS has not only resources but also new information for its members.
Your SVS: Meet SVS Officers
The Society for Vascular Surgery has new officers for the 2019-20 year, elected at the 2019 Vascular Annual Meeting.
New President Dr. Hodgson
VQI Makes Major Changes to Hemodialysis Access Registry
Major enhancements are coming to the SVS Vascular Quality Initiative’s Hemodialysis Access Registry, with completion expected by the end of the year.
Washington Update: Advocacy, Policy News
‘DC Update’ Newsletter Debuts: The Society for Vascular Surgery has a new electronic newsletter, “DC Update” to keep SVS members informed of the events in Washington, D.C., that impact their lives. Initially, the newsletter (sent Sept. 16) will appear every other month.
Trainees, Apply for Advocacy Scholarship and Learn How Government Impacts Practices
SVS trainees can “specialize” in more than just vascular surgery. Those interested in health policy can apply to spend a day in Washington to learn about issues that impact vascular surgery.
SVS Creating Task Force on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion; Please Volunteer by Sept. 17
Volunteers are needed for a new SVS Task Force on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. The SVS is seeking members with a desire to explore issues related to inequity in the field of vascular surgery.
“Vascular Spectacular” Gala Was Spectacular Indeed!
Dr. Michel Makaroun could not be more delighted with the “Vascular Spectacular” gala, an addition to the 2019 Vascular Annual Meeting which is sure to be repeated for years to come.