November/December Issue of vein specialist
Together for Venous Care
Table of Contents
Message from the Editor
Steve Elias, MD
Venous 2025
Make Plans to Join Us for VENOUS2025!
Ruth Bush, MD, JD; AVF President
Cassius Ochoa Chaar; Chair, AVF Program Committee
Success Breeds a Repeat: AVF Day of Service
Misaki Kiguchi, MD, MBA
Sumner Session Preview: From Mentee to Mentor
Joseph D. Raffetto, MD; AVF President-Elect
Membership Corner
Diverse Roles of Membership Committee Members
Windsor Ting, MD; AVF Membership Councilor
AVF’s International Committee Activities
Alvaro Orrego, MD; Chair, AVF International Committee
AVF Member Spotlight
Khanh Nguyen, MD; AVF Membership Committee
Wealth of Benefits From Joining the AVF
Rishard Bishara, MD; AVF International Committee
Welcome new members: September/October 2024
The Power of Global Community
Takaya Murayama, MD, PhD; AVF International Committee
Expertise in Venous Disease and Membership in the American Venous Forum Can Help Boost the Careers of Young Vascular Specialists
Juan Carlos Jimenez MD, MBA; AVF Membership Committee
AVF Venous Equity and Inclusivity Committee
Karem Harth, MD; Chair, AVF VEI Committee
Venous News
AVF to Drive Awareness of Important Inari Study
Ruth Bush, MD, JD, MPH on behalf of the AVF Executive Committee
Advocacy & Policy Snapshot: AVF achieved milestones in 2024, challenges remain, 2025 looming reimbursement cuts
Gregory B. Snyder, MD; Chair, AVF Healthcare Policy Committee
Venous Early Career Course a Success
Robert Attaran, MD; Chair, AVF Early Career Committee
Associate’s Corner: AVF Invests in Education for APPs
Christina Guarin, NP
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Steve Elias, MD
EXECUTIVE EDITOR
John Forbes, MBA
MANAGING EDITOR
Allison DeGroff
COVER ARTIST
Christine Rataj
PUBLICATION DESIGNER
Anthony Eaves
Letter from the Editor
Steve Elias, MD
Editor-In-Chief, Vein Specialist
Member, AVF Board of Directors
Letter from the editor to go here.
Make Plans to Join Us for VENOUS2025!
Ruth Bush, MD, JD
AVF President
Cassius Ochoa Chaar, MD
Chair, AVF Program Committee
We are so excited about the upcoming AVF annual meeting in Atlanta. It promises to be an exciting mix of familiar and new! To be held at the Intercontinental Hotel in Buckhead, VENOUS2025 will bring together nearly 500 physicians, advanced practice providers, and researchers who share a commitment to the highest quality care for patients with venous and lymphatic disease. Use the QR code to register quickly for the meeting and enjoy this brief video highlighting plans for VENOUS 2025.
Drs. Bush and Chaar celebrating at Venous 2024 in Tampa, Florida.
Success Breeds a Repeat: AVF Day of Service
Misaki Kiguchi, MD, MBA
AVF Board of Directors & AVF program committee
Building on the success of the inaugural AVF Day of Service in 2024, we are pleased to announce our 2025 event in conjunction with the VENOUS2025 on February 15, 2025. To be held at Antioch Urban Ministries, the 2025 AVF Day of Service will include screenings, give-aways, education, referrals, and other services. We are proudly partnering with with Morehouse School of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, and Grady Memorial Hospital in support of this community health event.
Plan Now to Celebrate AVF!
AVF
The annual meeting of the American Venous Forum continues to evolve into a global exchange of cutting-edge research, a community to discuss great ideas, as well as a forum for camaraderie and networking. At the helm, President Ruth Bush, MD, JD, MPH has guided the society with intention and leadership, bringing new and innovative programming.
We are so excited to celebrate Dr Bush, our colleagues and friends, the trainees of venous disease, and our industry partners. The annual meeting will be held in Atlanta, Georgia, on February 16-19, 2025. The rich history and culture of this southern city, together with its modern vibes, makes it the perfect place to come together for learning, sharing, and celebrating. Local, regional, national, and international attendees will experience true Southern hospitality, as we dine on Southern-inspired food and dance our way to an enjoyable and unforgettable evening.
Dr Bush, together with the leadership of the American Venous Forum, looks forward to celebrating with you!
