2026 Vascular Research Initiatives Conference (VRIC)

Location: Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE , Bellevue, WA

Registration

February 3 – May 12, 2026
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Overview

The Vascular Research Initiatives Conference (VRIC) is where basic science and translational vascular research take center stage. Share your discoveries with vascular surgeons, biologists, trainees and other researchers — and make new connections that advance vascular science and lead to the next breakthrough in patient care. 

VRIC is one of the only meetings dedicated to vascular surgeon-scientists and their research partners. It offers a uniquely supportive platform for investigators at all stages of their careers. Whether you’re an established leader, a post-doctoral researcher or a trainee, VRIC provides the visibility, feedback and professional connections to help your research make an impact. 

Held alongside the American Heart Association's (AHA) Vascular Discovery Scientific Sessions, VRIC allows you to attend two premier meetings in a single trip. (Please note: VRIC and Vascular Discovery Scientific Sessions are two separate conferences with separate registration fees.) 

This year's theme is: Metabolomica: Entering the Era of Reprogramming to Resolve Inflammation and Prevent Disease

Date: May 13, 2026

Last Day to Claim CE credits or earn a Certificate: June 12, 2026

By participating in this CME activity, the learner will be able to:

  • Enhance research techniques and clinical trials.
  • Utilize a multidisciplinary approach to patient management based on scientific or clinical studies & guidelines.
  • Apply current standards of care in the management of vascular patients.

Featured Speakers

Alexander W. Clowes Distinguished Lecture

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Muredach Patrick Reilly, MD

Florence and Herbert Irving Endowed Professor of Medicine; Director, Irving Institute for Clinical and Translational Research; Associate Dean for Clinical and Translational Research; Director, Cardiometabolic Precision Medicine Program, Columbia University Department of Medicine

Topic: Genomics and translational studies of stromal cells (smooth muscle cells and fibroblasts) in atherosclerosis

Translational Panel

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Amanda C. Doran, MD, PhD

 

Assistant Professor of Medicine, Cardiovascular Medicine; Assistant Professor, Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology; Assistant Professor of Molecular Physiology & Biophysics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Topic: Emerging mechanism by which resolution fails and chronic inflammation persists

Translational Panel

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Arif Yurdagul, Jr., PhD

 

Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director of Molecular & Cellular Physiology, Louisiana State University Health Shreveport

Topic: How macrophage clearance of apoptotic cells and vascular cell–macrophage signaling drive inflammation resolution, atherosclerosis regression, and plaque stability 
Audience

This conference is geared towards Vascular Surgeon-Scientists, Fellows, Residents, Students, Vascular Biologists, Basic Science and Translational Researchers

Registration and Pricing
Category Early-Bird Rate (through Mar. 29) Regular Rate (Mar. 30 & after)
SVS Member Surgeon/Physician/PhD $315 $365
Non-Member Surgeon/Physician/PhD $380 $465
Early Active Member, Resident, Fellow, Student, Non-Member Postdoctoral Researchers $165 $225

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Registration questions or need to cancel? Email svsmeetings@vascularsociety.org. Registration refund requests must be received by email by April 21, 2026. All cancellations will be processed after VRIC. You will need to check with your hotel regarding their cancellation policy. 

Attendee Housing and Travel

VRIC26 will be held at:

Hyatt Regency Bellevue
900 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA 98004

Please check back for hotel booking details in the near future.

CME Information

The VRIC will be offered for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Check back later for the credit amount and additional details. 

Abstracts

Abstract submissions are closed. Selections will be made in March 2026.

Submissions must abide by the SVS AI Policy.

Questions and Cancellations

For SVS VRIC program questions, contact vric@vascularsociety.org.

To cancel your SVS VRIC registration, contact svsmeetings@vascularsociety.org.

For questions about the AHA's Vascular Discovery call 1-800-242-8721

 

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