Dr. Ravi Rajani, who grew up in Southeast Michigan, charted his path to becoming a surgeon early in his career by attending medical school at the University of Michigan. 

Elizabeth Chou, MD, a specialist in vascular surgery, brings a unique blend of precision and compassion to her practice. Her standout feature is her deep understanding and respect for her patients' diverse backgrounds.

Diversity and representation discussions have taken center stage in conversations over the years, and Vikram Kashyap, MD, recognizes the significance of varied voices in both medicine and vascular surgery.

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.

As we commemorate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Month, the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Foundation highlights the voices and contributions of individuals like Yang Yang, MD, whose journey exemplifies resilience, cultural pride and dedication to patient care.

Anil Hingorani, MD, is a board-certified vascular surgeon based in Brooklyn, New York, affiliated with New York University. Dr.

Young M. Erben, MD, FACS, is a vascular surgeon based in Jacksonville, Florida, with a special interest in neurovascular, aortic and peripheral arterial pathology.

In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Society for Vascular Surgery highlights Rupa Brosseau, the SVS Foundation’s executive director and SVS senior director of member, society and industry relations.  

I was born in India and decided to move to the USA for further training in Surgery. When I was finishing medical school in India.