[Rosemont, Illinois] October 20, 2025 - The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Foundation today announced the launch of the Enrico Ascher Vascular Innovation Institute, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to advancing innovation in vascular surg
Dr. Luis Sanchez’s story is a testament to the power of mentorship, innovation and representation in vascular medicine. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Dr.
Nacido en 1983 en el seno de una familia de trabajadores agrícolas migrantes en la cuidad de Yuba, California, el Dr. Jesús G. Ulloa tiene sus raíces firmemente arraigadas en los valores del trabajo duro y la familia.
Born in 1983 to migrant farm workers in Yuba City, California, Dr. Jesús G. Ulloa’s roots are firmly planted in the values of hard work and family.
Concepción Montaño Ramírez, RN, a familiar name to many who participate in the SVS Foundation September Vascular Health Step Challenge, has been the challenge’s Top Walker for the past three years. Within that time, she has walked over 329 miles and was honored by the Foundation as a legacy walker in this year’s Step Challenge. Beyond the leaderboard, the people around her regard her as a symbol of resilience, inspiration and a legacy in action with how her family history is deeply intertwined with vascular health.
This article was sponsored by the SVS Foundation.
Dr. Enrico Ascher’s journey in vascular surgery began in Rio de Janeiro, where his fascination with human anatomy led him to pursue a career in medicine at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro.
Dr. Caron B. Rockman’s legacy is one of leadership, compassion and relentless pursuit of better outcomes for her patients. Her voice in vascular surgery resonates in her research and leadership, as well as in every patient she treats.
Ralph Clement Darling III, MD, a prominent leader in vascular surgery education, describes his journey into the medical field as “circuitous” and one that almost didn’t happen.
Bruce Perler, MD, MBA, from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore, dreamed of becoming a surgeon since he was eight years old.
Dr. Prem chand Gupta, recognized as one of the leading vascular specialists in Hyderabad, India, has over 30 years of experience in vascular surgery and currently leads a team of 16 vascular specialists in his home country.
The SVS Foundation is committed to the public's vascular health. Beginning in September 2020, every month a newsletter will be sent keeping SVS Members and friends of the Society up-to-date on the latest news from the Foundation. Follow the below links to view the lastest issues.
September 4, 2021
Volunteers Needed! Help Celebrate the SVS 75th Anniversary
June 26, 2021
We Want to Recognize You for Your Donation
April 13, 2021
To My Fellow Canadian SVS Colleagues
March 30, 2021
A Special 'Thank You' on National Doctors' Day
March 24, 2021
Who Impacted YOU? Consider Donation to SVS Foundation as 'Thank You'
February 12, 2021
Volunteer for New Vista Initiative
January 29, 2021
SVS Foundation Announces a new VISTA
January 11, 2021
Deadlines in February for 2 Foundation Research Awards
December 21, 2020
Help Meet Challenge for Awareness and Prevention Projects
December 10, 2020
One Goal Met, and Exceeded!
December 7, 2020
Can We Reach the $10,000 Goal?
December 1, 2020
Can You Give on Giving Tuesday?
November 24, 2020
Double Your Donation to the SVS Foundation
November 20, 2020
Matching Gift Challenge for SVS Foundation Now Open
November 17, 2020
SVS Foundation Announces $10,000 Gift Challenge
November 11, 2020
Apply for Resident Research Award
October 12, 2020
A Letter to SVS Senior Members
October 9, 2020
A Look Back, and Looking Forward
September 9, 2020
What does the SVS Foundation mean to you?
