Events of interest
Article Outline
- CME Credit Available to JVS Readers
- 2009 Vascular Annual Meeting, SVS Research Initiatives in Vascular Disease Conference and Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology Annual Conference Abstract Submission Deadline, January 5, 2009
- Lifeline Resident Research Prize Deadline, January 5, 2009
- The International Symposium on Endovascular Therapy, January 18-22, 2009
- E. J. Wylie Memorial Traveling Fellowship Award Deadline, February 16, 2009
- Society for Vascular Surgery Lifetime Achievement Award Deadline, March 1, 2009
- Society for Vascular Surgery Medal for Innovation in Vascular Surgery Award Deadline, March 1, 2009
- Society for Vascular Surgery Membership Application Deadline, March 1, 2009
- Society for Vascular Surgery Distinguished Fellow Designation Application Deadline, March 1, 2009
- Society for Vascular Surgery International Scholars Program, March 2, 2009
- Women's Leadership Training Award Deadline, March 2, 2009
- SVS Research Initiatives in Vascular Disease Conference, April 28, 2009
- Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology Annual Conference, April 29 - May 1, 2009
- PAD 2009
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CME Credit Available to JVS Readers
Two Category 1 Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credits can be obtained by successfully answering questions about four articles from each issue of the Journal of Vascular Surgery. These articles are selected by the Editors because they contain information relevant to vascular surgery practice, and questions are supplied by the authors that can be answered after reading the articles. Access to the CME questions is free and open to the public. After successfully answering the questions, Journal subscribers can print a CME certificate at no cost. For non-subscribers, there is a $10 fee per examination to receive a certificate of completion. CME accreditation is provided by the Society for Vascular Surgery. To access the CME questions, or for more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org.
2009 Vascular Annual Meeting, SVS Research Initiatives in Vascular Disease Conference and Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology Annual Conference Abstract Submission Deadline, January 5, 2009
All abstracts must be submitted electronically via the official submission web site, accessible from the Vascular Annual Meeting page at www.VascularWeb.org. Paper abstract submissions will not be accepted.
Lifeline Resident Research Prize Deadline, January 5, 2009
Residents submitting a research abstract may choose to be considered for the Lifeline Resident Research Prize, sponsored by the American Vascular Association. The prize consists of a $5,000 award and one-year complimentary subscription to the Journal of Vascular Surgery (JVS). The prize-winning work is presented at the Vascular Annual Meeting and is considered for publication in the JVS. All abstracts must be submitted electronically via the official submission web site, accessible from the Vascular Annual Meeting page at www.VascularWeb.org
The International Symposium on Endovascular Therapy, January 18-22, 2009
This conference, held in Hollywood, Fla, at the Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, brings together industry leaders and experts to deliver cutting-edge interventional education to meet the needs of physicians who recognize the challenges that lie ahead and actively seek the knowledge to meet those challenges. For more information and to register, visithttp://www.ISET.org.
E. J. Wylie Memorial Traveling Fellowship Award Deadline, February 16, 2009
The E. J. Wylie Memorial Traveling Fellowship provides the recipient with the opportunity to visit a number of excellent vascular surgery centers in the United States and abroad. Though brief, these visits stimulate academic inspiration, promote international exchange, and foster development of fraternal fellowship in vascular surgery. The E. J. Wylie Memorial Traveling Fellowship of the Lifeline Programs of the American Vascular Association will pay up to $12,000 for expenses of travel, research and clerical help. This award is not intended to support specific research interests but rather to assist the fellow in a unique opportunity for travel and professional exchange within established vascular centers in this country and abroad. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Awards/Scholarships section.
Society for Vascular Surgery Lifetime Achievement Award Deadline, March 1, 2009
The Lifetime Achievement Award is the highest honor that the Society bestows on one of its members. Selection for this honor recognizes an individual's outstanding and sustained contributions both to the profession and to the Society, as well as exemplary professional practice and leadership. Candidates for the Lifetime Achievement Award should be individuals who have exhibited outstanding leadership within the specialty as outlined below and who possess exceptional personal integrity and highest standards. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Awards/Scholarships section.
Society for Vascular Surgery Medal for Innovation in Vascular Surgery Award Deadline, March 1, 2009
Candidates for the Medal for Innovation in Vascular Surgery must be individuals whose contribution has had a transforming impact on the practice or science of vascular surgery. Eligibility for the award is open to professionals in the specialty of vascular surgery, vascular medicine or vascular research. This includes vascular surgeons, other medical and surgical professionals and non-surgeons involved in vascular research or clinical vascular care. Candidate does not need to be a member of the Society. An individual may be nominated on a singular innovation or a body of work. If two or more individuals have contributed to the advance, the award will be made to both individuals. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Awards/Scholarships section.
Society for Vascular Surgery Membership Application Deadline, March 1, 2009
Applications for Active, Affiliate, Associate and International categories are due to the Society office. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Membership section.
Society for Vascular Surgery Distinguished Fellow Designation Application Deadline, March 1, 2009
Applications are due to the Society office. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Membership section.
Society for Vascular Surgery International Scholars Program, March 2, 2009
The International Scholars Program provides scholarships to qualified young vascular surgeons from countries other than the United States or Canada. Three scholarships in the amount of $7,000 each provide the scholars with an opportunity to participate in the Vascular Annual Meeting and to visit clinical, teaching and research activities in North America. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Awards/Scholarships section.
Women's Leadership Training Award Deadline, March 2, 2009
W. L. Gore, Inc. has generously provided the Society for Vascular Surgery with a grant of $10,000 for leadership training for women vascular surgeons that are under the age of 45 and have been in practice a minimum of three years and a maximum of 10. Examples of leadership training opportunities include personal leadership coaching, traveling to meet women leaders, or specific training programs. The award will be presented at the Vascular Annual Meeting in June 2009. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Awards/Scholarships section.
SVS Research Initiatives in Vascular Disease Conference, April 28, 2009
This one-day conference will be held at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. It is held the day before the 2009 Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology Annual Conference commences and is specifically designed to encourage interaction between vascular surgeon investigators and scientists from other vascular biology-related disciplines. A particular objective is to stimulate interest in research among trainees who are aspiring academic vascular surgeons. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Meetings section.
Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology Annual Conference, April 29 - May 1, 2009
This conference will be held at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. It includes diverse disciplines within the arteriosclerosis, thrombosis and vascular biology communities that allow investigators to explore areas of cross-disciplinary interest. A broad representation from many disciplines is expected. Young scientists are encouraged to attend. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Meetings section.
PAD 2009
The Next 10 Years in the Management of Peripheral Artery Disease Örebro, Sweden, May 12-13, 2009
Changing the collaborative relationship between the public, clinicians, industry, government and regulatory agencies to achieve improved PAD outcomes. Visit the website: www.PAD2009.se. For further information, please contact pad2009@congrex.com. Organizers: Trans-Atlantic Vascular Medicine Lars.Norgren@orebroll.se.
PII: S0741-5214(08)01814-4
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