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Conference watch: Submit research to VRIC, VAM
Submissions already are open for 2023 Vascular Research Initiatives Conference (VRIC), which will be May 10, 2023, in Boston. The conference includes abstract sessions, a translational panel, posters and the Alexander W.
For SVS Foundation Gala, prepare to return to the Roaring 1920s
Attendees at the 2023 SVS Foundation Gala will be taking a trip 100 years back in time—to the Roaring Twenties and Prohibition.
On Veterans Day, remembering Korea, ‘accidental pioneers’ and ‘M*A*S*H’
On Veterans Day, the United States salutes and honors all those who have served this country in its Armed Forces.
Prepare to submit research for VAM, VRIC 2023
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) wants members’ research on vascular disease for the 2023 Vascular Research Initiatives Conference (VRIC) and the 2023 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM).
Limb salvage in focus: New VAM lectureship, born of a pioneering spirit, thrills honoree
It all started around the late 1970s, early 1980s. Back then, recalls Frank J.
Welcoming New Editors to the Journal of Vascular Surgery Publications
Welcoming New Editors to the Journal of Vascular Surgery Publications
Proposals sought for VAM 2023
Members are still raving about the 2022 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) even while organizers seek topics for educational sessions for the 2023 edition
Patient care under continued threat in proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
The SVS Urges Congress to address systemic challenges to stop the annual reductions that harm patient care.
Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health
The following statement was approved by the Society for Vascular Surgery Executive Board regarding the United States Supreme Court decision in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health issued on Friday, June 24, 2022.
Prioritizing DEI Principles
Thanks to all of our members who have been communicating with us since the VAM. Though VAM 2022 proved to be our most diverse national meeting yet, and there is much excitement to build upon, we acknowledge there were also shortcomings as it relates to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
NEW CMS MIPS Performance Feedback Phase: Final Score Preview
CMS is introducing a new phase of MIPS performance feedback – Final Score Preview – which will be launched in June 2022.
Recent Articles
The Society for Vascular Surgery Receives ACCME Reaccreditation
Rosemont, IL—July 25, 2023—Ken Slaw, Executive Director of the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS), is pleased to announce that the SVS, based in Rosemont, IL, has been reaccredited as a provider of continuing medical education (CME) by the Accreditation
Proposed Reduced Conversion Factor Would Cut Vascular Surgeon Reimbursements
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in mid-July released two payment-related proposed rules—the highly-anticipated Calendar Year (CY) 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule (MPFS) and the Medicare Hospital Outpatient P
Celebrating Pride Month - A Profile on Eric Pillado, MD
Eric Pillado, MD, is a fifth-year resident in integrative vascular surgery at the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University.
Celebrating Pride Month - A Profile on John F. Charitable, MD
An updated piece from Dr. John F. Charitable's article published on June 8, 2022
As many know, June has become known by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual (LGBTQIA) community and their allies as Pride Month.
Vascular Verification Program Verifies First Four Hospitals
This article was originally posted on the American College of Surgeons website.
These four hospitals have a proven commitment to high quality inpatient vascular care
Applications Invited for Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Vascular Surgery-Vascular Insights
The Journal of Vascular Surgery (JVS) editorial team is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the next editor-in-chief (EIC) for the Journal of Vascular Surgery-Vascular Insights (JVS-VI). Dr.
Rutherford Textbook Calls for Proposals to Shape the 12th Edition
“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.
Celebrating Pride Month - A Profile on Chris Robb
In celebration of Pride Month, the Society for Vascular Surgery highlights Chris Robb, the SVS Industry Partnership Engagement Manager.
Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Month - A Profile on Dr. Anil Hingorani
Anil Hingorani, MD, is a board-certified vascular surgeon based in Brooklyn, New York, affiliated with New York University. Dr.
SVS Response to ProPublica Article
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) is dedicated to supporting and developing the best science, education, standards and guidelines that clarify and define quality of care in vascular surgery.
Recent Articles
The Society for Vascular Surgery Receives ACCME Reaccreditation
Rosemont, IL—July 25, 2023—Ken Slaw, Executive Director of the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS), is pleased to announce that the SVS, based in Rosemont, IL, has been reaccredited as a provider of continuing medical education (CME) by the Accreditation
Proposed Reduced Conversion Factor Would Cut Vascular Surgeon Reimbursements
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in mid-July released two payment-related proposed rules—the highly-anticipated Calendar Year (CY) 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule (MPFS) and the Medicare Hospital Outpatient P
Celebrating Pride Month - A Profile on Eric Pillado, MD
Eric Pillado, MD, is a fifth-year resident in integrative vascular surgery at the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University.
Celebrating Pride Month - A Profile on John F. Charitable, MD
An updated piece from Dr. John F. Charitable's article published on June 8, 2022
As many know, June has become known by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual (LGBTQIA) community and their allies as Pride Month.
Vascular Verification Program Verifies First Four Hospitals
This article was originally posted on the American College of Surgeons website.
These four hospitals have a proven commitment to high quality inpatient vascular care
Applications Invited for Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Vascular Surgery-Vascular Insights
The Journal of Vascular Surgery (JVS) editorial team is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the next editor-in-chief (EIC) for the Journal of Vascular Surgery-Vascular Insights (JVS-VI). Dr.
Rutherford Textbook Calls for Proposals to Shape the 12th Edition
“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.
Celebrating Pride Month - A Profile on Chris Robb
In celebration of Pride Month, the Society for Vascular Surgery highlights Chris Robb, the SVS Industry Partnership Engagement Manager.
Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Month - A Profile on Dr. Anil Hingorani
Anil Hingorani, MD, is a board-certified vascular surgeon based in Brooklyn, New York, affiliated with New York University. Dr.
SVS Response to ProPublica Article
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) is dedicated to supporting and developing the best science, education, standards and guidelines that clarify and define quality of care in vascular surgery.