For Emmanuel C. Ebirim, medicine is more than a career, it’s a response to what he has witnessed, endured and refused to accept as inevitable.

Kofi B. Quaye, MD, was influenced by medicine from a young age due to his family's background. His parents emigrated from Ghana to the United States (U.S.) in their late twenties, bringing a strong commitment to education and healthcare.

Xzabia A. Caliste, MD, believes that one of the most impactful qualities a person can possess is a deep understanding of oneself and an awareness of how one’s background shapes their influence in the world. Her identity as a Caribbean-American woman reflects a blend of her family’s history. It provides her with a unique perspective on the world around her, a perspective that contributes to her positive outlook on life.

Kakra Hughes, MD PhD, is an academic at heart, taking a practical approach to both his life and work, regardless of the starting point. For Hughes, it is never too late to embark on a new journey and explore new possibilities.

For Dr. Sira Duson, MD, MBA, FACS, Black History Month is a time for self-reflection on the African American community's struggles throughout history.

Daemar Jones is a fourth-year medical student at Texas Tech University Health Science Center, School of Medicine. He is a 2023-2024 Social Media Ambassador for the Society for Vascular Surgery.

Jayne Raven Rice, MD, is a fourth-year vascular surgery resident at the University of Pennsylvania.

The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Foundation announced Boston Scientific as the Presenting Sponsor for its flagship awareness campaign, "Voices of Vascular," throughout 2024.

Kevin Southerland, MD, a vascular surgeon, developed an interest in vascular disease due to the resilience of his patients.

Sharee Wright, MD, is a vascular surgeon who specializes in diabetic limb salvage, aortoiliac disease, aortic aneurysms and carotid disease.