SVS and SVN Celebrate National Nurse Practitioner Week
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) and the Society for Vascular Nursing (SVN) join healthcare organizations nationwide in celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week (Nov.
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Sidawy, Former SVS President, Named ACS President-Elect
The American College of Surgeons (ACS) has elected Anton N. Sidawy, MD, MPH, FACS, DFSVS, MAMSE as president-elect of the ACS during their Annual Business Meeting on Oct. 22. He served as president of the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) in 2010.
Baby Boomers Beware: More Americans Than Ever Before Now at Higher Risk for Common Blood Vessel Diseases
New survey reveals nearly one in three Americans at highest risk for blood vessel diseases and life-threatening complications report low awareness
JVS Welcomes New Class of Interns
After a successful year, the Journal of Vascular Surgery (JVS) continues its internship program for senior integrated vascular residents and vascular fellows.
SVS Member Update: Task Force on Free-Standing or Federated Board Certification
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Strategic Board of Directors (SBOD), at its January 2024 meeting, reached a consensus to form and launch a special task force appointed by immediate Past President Joseph Mills, MD, to assess the significant progress made by vascular surgery as a
VAM24 Honors Contributions to Vascular Health
The Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM) will honor the contributions and achievements of this year’s award recipients at a special networking event on Thursday, June 20, at 3 p.m. Central Time. These awards honor individuals who have significantly impacted vascular care within their communities.
Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Month - A Profile on Fachreza Aryo Damara, MD
Fachreza Aryo Damara's, MD, journey to becoming a research fellow at the Cleveland Clinic Department of Vascular Surgery is a personal triumph and a testament to the power of perseverance and the richness of cultural heritage.
SVN Celebrates National Nurses Week with Renewed Commitment to Vascular Care
Amidst the excitement of National Nurses Week (May 6-12), the Society for Vascular Nursing (SVN) prepares to honor the contributions of vascular nurses within the healthcare sphere.
SVS Approves FY 2024-2025 Budget, Sets Priorities
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) has unveiled its strategic plans for fiscal year 2024-2025. On April 2, the SVS Executive Board (EB) and Strategic Board of Directors (SBOD) approved the budget presented by SVS Treasurer Thomas Forbes, MD.
Celebrating Women's History Month - A Profile on Edith Tzeng, MD
Edith Tzeng, MD, FACS, DFSVS, is a professor of surgery in the Division of Vascular Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh and the chief of vascular surgery at the Veterans Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System.
SVS Launches Vascular Board Certification Model Task Force
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Executive Board has established the Vascular Board Certification Model Task Force to deliver a final report entitled "Free-Standing or Federated Board Certification: An Analysis of The Optimal Path Forward for Vascular Surgery” by the end of 2024
Celebrating Women's History Month - A Profile on Leigh Ann O’Banion, MD
Leigh Ann O’Banion, MD, RPVI, FACS, FSVS, is an associate professor of surgery at the University of California San Francisco-Fresno. She specializes in advanced limb salvage and superficial venous disease.
Celebrating Women's History Month - A Profile on Jessica Simons, MD
Jessica P. Simons is a vascular surgeon at UMass Memorial Healthcare. She received her medical degree from UMass Chan Medical School and has been in practice since 2013.
NEW DATA: 70% OF AMERICANS UNAWARE OF COMMON VASCULAR DISEASE THAT IS ONE OF THE LEADING CAUSES OF AMPUTATION
Get a Pulse on PAD: 70% of Americans Lack Awareness of Peripheral Artery Disease, with New Survey Underscoring Gaps in Awareness Among Most At-Risk Patients
New Editorial Team Selected for Rutherford's 12th Edition
The SVS Executive Board (EB) has appointed the editorial team for the upcoming 12th edition of "Rutherford's Vascular Surgery and Endovascular
SCAI Publishes Proceedings from Multispecialty Peripheral IVUS Roundtable
WASHINGTON – Proceedings from an expert consensus roundtable that brought together leading experts to discuss the benefits of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) in lower extremity revascularization procedures were released today in the Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and In
Vascular surgeons believe legs – and lives – are worth saving
Underserved communities continue to struggle with health care disparities such as diabetes and peripheral arterial disease (PAD), which can lead to limb amputation.
SVS Approves Bylaw Amendments
The voting members of the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) have approved amendments to its Bylaws, following a referendum that closed on Nov. 20.
Recent Articles
New Study Finds GLP-1 Medications Decrease Risk of Major Cardiovascular Events and Amputations for Patients with Moderate Peripheral Artery Disease
A large retrospective review of over 100,000 patients found the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) in moderate peripheral artery disease (PAD) is associated with a decreased rate of cardiovascular events, major limb events, and inpatient admissions.
20-Year Study Shows Strong Outcomes for Athletes Undergoing Surgery for Rare Vascular Condition
Findings from a comprehensive 20-year clinical study demonstrate treatment of functional popliteal artery entrapment syndrome (FPAES), particularly in combination with fasciotomy for exertional compartment syndrome, has shown highly effective outcomes, with 82% of patients returning to prior level of athletics.
Federated or Free-Standing VSB: SVS Member Opinion Poll Results Are In
Nearly 1,000 SVS members responded to an opinion poll (fielded in March/April) asking them to analyze key factors and assess whether a Federated Model for the Vascular Surgery Board (VSB) within the current American Board of Surgery (ABS) or a free-standing VSB outside of ABS, would best strength
From Olympic Triumph to Healthcare Advocacy: Jim Craig to Deliver Keynote Address at VAM25
Jim Craig, a longtime supporter and vascular advocate, will deliver the annual keynote address for the 2025 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM25), held in New Orleans, June 4-7 at the Morial Convention Center.
Primary Care Providers Identify a Major Health Crisis for Seniors - One Most Have Never Heard Of
According to a new national survey released by the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS), primary care providers rank vascular disease among the top three health crises facing our aging population, only behind heart disease and cancer and ahead of obesity and diabetes.
Vascular Surgery MVP Feedback
The Vascular Surgery MVP Feedback from the CMS public comment period has been posted to the CMS website. The SVS is very grateful for all the feedback that was given. After reviewing the MVP candidates, the feedback for the Vascular Surgery MVP was consistent with other MVP candidates and issues previously identified by CMS.
Vascular Verification Program Verifies First Community Hospital
Intermountain Health St. Mary’s Regional Hospital receives ACS/SVS Vascular Verification
Call for Comments on Vascular Surgery MIPS Value Pathway (MVP)
The SVS is excited to announce that the Vascular Surgery MIPS Value Pathway (MVP) has been posted for public comment with CMS.
SVS and SVN Celebrate National Nurse Practitioner Week
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) and the Society for Vascular Nursing (SVN) join healthcare organizations nationwide in celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week (Nov.
Sidawy, Former SVS President, Named ACS President-Elect
The American College of Surgeons (ACS) has elected Anton N. Sidawy, MD, MPH, FACS, DFSVS, MAMSE as president-elect of the ACS during their Annual Business Meeting on Oct. 22. He served as president of the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) in 2010.
Baby Boomers Beware: More Americans Than Ever Before Now at Higher Risk for Common Blood Vessel Diseases
New survey reveals nearly one in three Americans at highest risk for blood vessel diseases and life-threatening complications report low awareness
Recent Articles
New Study Finds GLP-1 Medications Decrease Risk of Major Cardiovascular Events and Amputations for Patients with Moderate Peripheral Artery Disease
A large retrospective review of over 100,000 patients found the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) in moderate peripheral artery disease (PAD) is associated with a decreased rate of cardiovascular events, major limb events, and inpatient admissions.
20-Year Study Shows Strong Outcomes for Athletes Undergoing Surgery for Rare Vascular Condition
Findings from a comprehensive 20-year clinical study demonstrate treatment of functional popliteal artery entrapment syndrome (FPAES), particularly in combination with fasciotomy for exertional compartment syndrome, has shown highly effective outcomes, with 82% of patients returning to prior level of athletics.
Federated or Free-Standing VSB: SVS Member Opinion Poll Results Are In
Nearly 1,000 SVS members responded to an opinion poll (fielded in March/April) asking them to analyze key factors and assess whether a Federated Model for the Vascular Surgery Board (VSB) within the current American Board of Surgery (ABS) or a free-standing VSB outside of ABS, would best strength
From Olympic Triumph to Healthcare Advocacy: Jim Craig to Deliver Keynote Address at VAM25
Jim Craig, a longtime supporter and vascular advocate, will deliver the annual keynote address for the 2025 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM25), held in New Orleans, June 4-7 at the Morial Convention Center.
Primary Care Providers Identify a Major Health Crisis for Seniors - One Most Have Never Heard Of
According to a new national survey released by the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS), primary care providers rank vascular disease among the top three health crises facing our aging population, only behind heart disease and cancer and ahead of obesity and diabetes.
Vascular Surgery MVP Feedback
The Vascular Surgery MVP Feedback from the CMS public comment period has been posted to the CMS website. The SVS is very grateful for all the feedback that was given. After reviewing the MVP candidates, the feedback for the Vascular Surgery MVP was consistent with other MVP candidates and issues previously identified by CMS.
Vascular Verification Program Verifies First Community Hospital
Intermountain Health St. Mary’s Regional Hospital receives ACS/SVS Vascular Verification
Call for Comments on Vascular Surgery MIPS Value Pathway (MVP)
The SVS is excited to announce that the Vascular Surgery MIPS Value Pathway (MVP) has been posted for public comment with CMS.
SVS and SVN Celebrate National Nurse Practitioner Week
The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) and the Society for Vascular Nursing (SVN) join healthcare organizations nationwide in celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week (Nov.
Sidawy, Former SVS President, Named ACS President-Elect
The American College of Surgeons (ACS) has elected Anton N. Sidawy, MD, MPH, FACS, DFSVS, MAMSE as president-elect of the ACS during their Annual Business Meeting on Oct. 22. He served as president of the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) in 2010.
Baby Boomers Beware: More Americans Than Ever Before Now at Higher Risk for Common Blood Vessel Diseases
New survey reveals nearly one in three Americans at highest risk for blood vessel diseases and life-threatening complications report low awareness