“Rutherford’s Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy”, regarded as the premier source textbook for the vascular surgery specialty, invites editors to submit proposals for consideration and selection for the 12th edition, scheduled for release in 2030.
Editors interested in contributing to the textbook can send their proposals to vascular.org/rutherfordrfa, where Society for Vascular Surgery members will review them. The deadline for submitting proposals is no later than 5 p.m. CDT, Thursday, Sept. 7. The chosen editors will have the opportunity to shape the Rutherford textbook and advance the vascular surgery field through collaborative efforts.
The production of “Rutherford’s” follows a four-year cycle. Drs. Anton Sidawy, Bruce Perler and Linda Harris are editors for the upcoming 11th edition, scheduled for publication in 2026.
"Robert Rutherford, MD, our colleague and friend, was an iconic leader in the history of vascular surgery in this country and internationally,” said Dr. Perler. “It’s been our honor and truly a labor of love for us to be entrusted with the editorship of the 9th and 10th editions.”
Dr. Perler is excited to collaborate with Drs. Sidawy and Harris on the 11th edition of the book, which marks its 50th anniversary. He is also looking forward to working with their successors to kickstart the next 50 years of the publication.
Since its inception, “Rutherford’s Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy” has gained a reputation as the gold standard in the field, providing indispensable knowledge and guidance to vascular surgeons worldwide. As the specialty of vascular surgery has evolved and matured over the years, “Rutherford’s” has kept pace, expanding to 2,800 pages with over 200 individual chapter submissions.
The SVS Publications Committee will review the submitted proposals and select three to four candidates for virtual interviews in November of this year. Following the interviews, the SVS Executive Board will finalize and approve the editors for the 12th edition. The newly appointed editors will shadow the current editors to familiarize themselves with the process, ensuring a seamless transition for the upcoming edition.
Notably, the content of “Rutherford’s” has transcended the traditional boundaries of clinical care for vascular patients. In addition to the essential components, the textbook encompasses areas such as health economics, leadership skill development, unique practice settings such as the office-based lab (OBL) and the integration of cutting-edge technologies.
Interested parties may submit written proposals that address several key aspects. The proposal should outline the composition of the editorial team, emphasizing the relevant backgrounds and strengths of individual team members. Factors such as previous editorial experience, book authorship, publishing experience and the ability to assess, compile and edit content across the spectrum of vascular surgery are crucial considerations.
The SVS Publications Committee will evaluate the proposed team's management experience and leadership success. Prospective editors should demonstrate their ability to deliver large-scale projects on time and within budget, emphasizing their skills in team building, author recruitment and timely content delivery.
The editorial team's vision and original concepts for improving and optimizing the 12th edition of the textbook will be central to the selection process. The SVS encourages proposals that extend beyond traditional book publishing, exploring innovative approaches to multi-channel content delivery.
The textbook serves as a testament to the collective knowledge and expertise of the vascular surgery community and the upcoming 12th edition promises to build upon its sterling legacy, embracing new frontiers and emerging trends in the field. Visit vascular.org/rutherfordrfa for more information.