Journal of Vascular Surgery
Volume 51, Issue 2 , Pages A21-A22, February 2010

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News items of interest to the vascular surgeon must be received at least 8 weeks before the desired month of publication. Announcements published at no charge include those received from a sponsoring society of this Journal, those courses and conferences sponsored by state, regional, national, or international vascular surgical organizations, and university-sponsored continuing medical education courses. All other news items selected for publication carry a charge of $60.00 US for each insertion, and the fee must accompany the request to publish. Send announcements and payment, payable to this Journal, to Issue Management, Elsevier Inc., 1600 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1800, Philadelphia, PA, 19103.

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American Vascular Association and NHLBI Jointly Sponsored Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award (K23) Deadline February 12, 2010 

The American Vascular Association (AVA) and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI), National Institutes of Health (NIH), DHHS announce a program that will provide supplemental funding to an individual who receives an NHLBI Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award (K23) directed at vascular surgeon scientists in the early stages of their research careers. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Awards/Scholarships section.

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American Vascular Association/American College of Surgeons and NHLBI Jointly Sponsored Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Award (K08) Deadline February 12, 2010 

The American Vascular Association (AVA)/American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI), National Institutes of Health (NIH), DHHS announce a program that will provide supplemental funding to an individual who receives an NHLBI Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Award (K08) directed at vascular surgeon scientists in the early stages of their research careers. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Awards/Scholarships section.

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E. J. Wylie Memorial Traveling Fellowship Award Deadline, February 15, 2010 

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.

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SVS Membership Application Deadline, March 1, 2010 

All membership applications (except for vascular surgery residents or fellows applying for candidate membership) need to be submitted by March 1. Questions about the application process can be directed to membership@vascularsociety.org.

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Society for Vascular Surgery Distinguished Fellow Designation Application Deadline, March 1, 2010 

Applications are due to the Society office. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Membership section.

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Society for Vascular Surgery Lifetime Achievement Award Deadline, March 1, 2010 

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.

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Society for Vascular Surgery Medal for Innovation in Vascular Surgery Award Deadline, March 1, 2010 

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.

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Lifeline Student Research Fellowship Award Deadline, March 17, 2010 

The Lifeline Student Research Fellowship, established by the American Vascular Association, stimulates laboratory and clinical vascular research by undergraduate college students and medical school students registered at North American Universities. Each award will consist of a $3,000 student stipend and a two year complimentary subscription to the Journal of Vascular Surgery. The American Vascular Association will grant a maximum of 10 awards per year. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Awards/Scholarships section.

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Women's Leadership Training Grant: Deadline March 31, 2010 

The Women's Leadership Committee awards a women's leadership training grant for female vascular surgeons age 50 and under who have been in practice a minimum of five years and a maximum of 15. Examples of leadership training opportunities include personal leadership coaching, traveling to meet female leaders, or specific training programs. The grant will be presented at the upcoming Vascular Annual Meeting. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Awards/Scholarships section.

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The Foundation for Accelerated Vascular Research Annual Wylie Scholar Award, Application Deadline March 31, 2010 

The Foundation for Accelerated Vascular Research (FAVR) Annual Wylie Scholar Award consists of a 3-year, $150,000 grant given to the most promising vascular surgeon scientists in North America who are dedicated to an academic career involving original, innovative basic laboratory or clinical investigation. FAVR's Wylie Scholar Program is designed to support outstanding surgeons in the initial phase of their academic career, and to provide the financial assistance that will enable their development into academic vascular surgeon-scientists.

•Application materials must be received by March 31, 2010.

•For more information or to apply, visit http://www.favresearch.org/Wylie/Application/

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Society for Vascular Surgery International Scholars Program, April 5, 2010 

The SVS International Scholars Program provides scholarships to qualified young vascular surgeons from countries other than the United States or Canada. The four scholarships, in the amount of $5,000 each, provide scholars with an opportunity to participate in the 2011 Vascular Annual Meeting, June 16-19 in Chicago, and visit clinical, teaching and research activities in North America. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org in the Awards/Scholarships section.

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2010 SVS Research Initiatives in Vascular Diseases Conference, April 7, 2010 

The 2010 SVS Research Initiatives in Vascular Disease Conference will be held at the San Francisco Hilton. This one-day conference is 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 VascularWeb.org®.

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Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology 2010 Scientific Sessions, April 8-10, 2010 

Held at the San Francisco Hilton, this meeting includes diverse disciplines within the arteriosclerosis, thrombosis and vascular biology communities that allow investigators to explore areas of cross-disciplinary interests. A broad representation from many disciplines is expected and young scientists are encouraged to attend. Attendees of the SVS Research Initiatives in Vascular Disease Conference who also wish to attend the American Heart Association's Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology (ATVB) 2010 Scientific Session will receive a $100 discount off ATVB registration. For more information, visit VascularWeb.org®.

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Challenges in Vascular Surgery 2010: Coding & Reimbursement for Vascular Surgeons, April 16-17, 2010 

Held in Chicago at the Hotel Sax, this program is intended for those who seek to improve and expand their knowledge of accurate coding and reimbursement for vascular surgery. The program will cover important topics such as 2010 coding and reimbursement rule updates, interventional procedures, the global surgical package definition, operative note dictations, component coding, bypass surgery, and evaluation and management (E&M) coding. For more information, visit VascularWeb.org®.

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Save the Date! 

2010 Vascular Annual Meeting®, June 10-13, 2010 

The 64th Annual Meeting of the Society for Vascular Surgery® is the premier annual meeting for vascular healthcare professionals. The meeting will be held at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston. The agenda will include exciting scientific presentations and breakfast sessions from the work of top vascular surgeons. Rounding out the program are industry supported clinical symposia and an extensive trade exhibition. For more information, visit www.VascularWeb.org.

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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 VascularWeb.org.

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doi:10.1016/S0741-5214(09)02600-7

Journal of Vascular Surgery
Volume 51, Issue 2 , Pages A21-A22, February 2010

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