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SVS members are at the forefront of vascular news and discovery. Find news about the Society for Vascular Surgery, its membership and its initiatives, below.

Advocating for Patients and Medical Professionals

The political action committee of the Society for Vascular Surgery advocates for legislation that supports best practices for patients and medical professionals. The current changes in health care reimbursement directly impact vascular surgeons and their patients. SVS is taking the lead in working with government officials to develop fair laws and practice guidelines. Volunteer members and staff are working to ensure that lawmakers understand the impact of their work. 

Recent News

August 1, 2018 • Article

Meet the New SVS President

An interview with Michel S. Makaroun

August 1, 2018 • Article

Meet the SVS Officers

Dr. Michel S. Makaroun, President, has been active in the SVS in a variety of roles since 1997 and served as secretary from 2013-2016.

July 27, 2018 • Article

JVS: Statin Therapy after AAA Repair

Statin therapy can boost survival rates in patients undergoing repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms, according to an article in the August issue of Journal of Vascular Surgery.

July 27, 2018 • Article

JVS Publications to Debut 4th Research Journal

A new Journal of Vascular Surgery publication, “JVS: Vascular Science” is planned to launch in early 2019, Drs.

July 24, 2018 • Article

The national shortage of vascular surgeons

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Vascular Specialist

Vascular Specialist is the monthly publication of the Society for Vascular Surgery and is a benefit of membership.

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SVS is a not-for-profit professional medical society with over 4,500 members, primarily vascular surgeons, who are the only physicians who are trained to provide patients with all vascular disease treatment options. 

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SVS monitors and advocates for legislation and regulatory issues, and collaborates with organizations representing similar vascular health issues.

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