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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

December 7, 2016 • Press Release

Secret Tip For VAM17 Abstract Submitters

The Number One Tip for Submission Success

December 6, 2016 • Article

Members in the News | 'Perfect Storm' Helps Amputee Receive New Leg

December 6, 2016 • Article

Committee Spotlight: Program Committee - VAM '17 Will be a 'Spectacular Meeting'

Participants at the Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) have lots more to look forward to than sunny skies, beaches and palm trees.

December 6, 2016 • Article

Washington Update | Highlights of the Final MACRA Rule

Since Congress scrapped the formula for Medicare reimbursement in 2015, SVS has worked closely with legislators to shape the replacement rule, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACR

December 6, 2016 • Article

News from SVS | 'Tis the Season for Giving

The holiday season – the season of caring and goodwill, for giving -- is upon us.

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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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