Your SVS: Apply For Membership By Sept. 1

Aug 15, 2019 Re-posted from the August 2019 issue of Vascular Specialist

The third membership application deadline for 2019 is approaching quickly, on Sept. 1. SVS members receive substantial benefits, including publications, complimentary subscriptions (with the exception of Senior members) to the Journal of Vascular Surgery; education and networking with leaders at exclusive member pricing, including discounts on the Vascular Annual Meeting, Vascular Research Initiatives Conference and the Coding & Reimbursement Workshop; and management resources, including evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.

Members also have opportunities for leadership, scholarships, awards and research grants for every career stage, and they enjoy professional standing; advocacy in Washington, D.C., for decisions that affect their lives and livelihoods; mentorship; a job board and more.

And SVSConnect, a member-exclusive online community, provides informative discussions and the opportunity to connect with peers, colleagues and leaders. Members can learn about upcoming events, share files and access resources.

Active members in good standing also may take advantage of SVS’ new (in late 2018) professional, trademarked Fellow designation. They may add the initials FSVS™ after their names in any usage, such as signature lines, letter-head and door signage. Distinguished Fellows may additionally add DFSVS™.

View membership benefits in detail at vsweb.org/MemberBenefits.

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