I am a Professor of Surgery and have been a faculty member at the University of Pittsburgh, USA, since 2011. In 2020, I was appointed Visiting Professor and in 2024 Associate Professor of Vascular Surgery at the University of Athens, Greece. I am certified by the European Board of Vascular Surgery (FEBVS) and completed my residency in Vascular Surgery at the University of Athens, Greece. During my training I undertook clinical fellowships at King’s Hospital in London, UK, and Stadtische Kliniken in Frankfurt, Germany.

My primary clinical and research focus is on venous thromboembolic disease (deep venous and PE interventions), carotid artery and peripheral arterial disease. I have been actively involved in international trials in these areas, I have authored or co-authored over 230 peer-reviewed publicationsa and earned multiple international awards in the field.

I have served on the Education, Clinical Research, and Guideline Committees of the American Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS). I am currently a Board Member of the European and American Venous Forums and the Lead of the Venous Pathway in the ESVS Academy.

Outside work, I enjoy family time and triathlons but also traveling, exploring new cultures, gastronomy and wine tasting.

Dr Efthymios Avgerinos

I am a Professor of Surgery and have been a faculty member at the University of Pittsburgh, USA, since 2011. In 2020, I was appointed Visiting Professor and in 2024 Associate Professor of Vascular Surgery at the University of Athens, Greece. I am certified by the European Board of Vascular Surgery (FEBVS) and completed my residency in Vascular Surgery at the University of Athens, Greece. During my training I undertook clinical fellowships at King’s Hospital in London, UK, and Stadtische Kliniken in Frankfurt, Germany.

My primary clinical and research focus is on venous thromboembolic disease (deep venous and PE interventions), carotid artery and peripheral arterial disease. I have been actively involved in international trials in these areas, I have authored or co-authored over 230 peer-reviewed publicationsa and earned multiple international awards in the field.

I have served on the Education, Clinical Research, and Guideline Committees of the American Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS). I am currently a Board Member of the European and American Venous Forums and the Lead of the Venous Pathway in the ESVS Academy.

Outside work, I enjoy family time and triathlons but also traveling, exploring new cultures, gastronomy and wine tasting.

Dr Efthymios Avgerinos

I'm Fanilda Souto Barros, a physician graduated from the Federal University of Espírito Santo (UFES) in 1984. I'm registered with the Regional Medical Council under number CRM-ES 3213 and I live in Vitória, Espírito Santo,Brazil.

My specialties include:

Cardiology (Brazilian Cardiology Society)

Intensive Care (Brazilian Intensive Care Medicine Association)

Angiology (Brazilian Angiology and Vascular Surgery Society - RQE: 5769)

Vascular Ultrasound (Brazilian College of Radiology/SBACV/AMB - RQE:

12664)

I have experience as a vascular ultrasonographer since 1992 and completed a Fellowship in Vascular Ultrasound at the Jobst Vascular Center-University of Michigan (USA).

My credentials include:

ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4272-646X

LATTES: http://lattes.cnpq.br/8202544711862073\

Publications:

National and international articles on vascular ultrasound Author of the book "Practical Guide to Vascular Ultrasound", a national reference

I'm a member of the following organizations:

International Union of Phlebology (UIP)

Brazilian Angiology and Vascular Surgery Society (SBACV)

Cardiovascular Imaging Department of the Brazilian Cardiology Society (DIC)

My projects include:

Online platform for vascular ultrasound courses in three languages (Portuguese, English, and Spanish)

Director and owner of the Vascular Ultrasound School Clinic "Instituto Fanilda Barros", with hands-on courses in vascular ultrasound Social project FAA (Do Something for Someone), serving underprivileged populations.

Personal Interests:

Road running

Sea swimming

Yoga

Weightlifting

Science and continuous updating

Dr Fanilda Barros

I'm Fanilda Souto Barros, a physician graduated from the Federal University of Espírito Santo (UFES) in 1984. I'm registered with the Regional Medical Council under number CRM-ES 3213 and I live in Vitória, Espírito Santo,Brazil.

My specialties include:

Cardiology (Brazilian Cardiology Society)

Intensive Care (Brazilian Intensive Care Medicine Association)

Angiology (Brazilian Angiology and Vascular Surgery Society - RQE: 5769)

Vascular Ultrasound (Brazilian College of Radiology/SBACV/AMB - RQE:

12664)

I have experience as a vascular ultrasonographer since 1992 and completed a Fellowship in Vascular Ultrasound at the Jobst Vascular Center-University of Michigan (USA).

My credentials include:

ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4272-646X

LATTES: http://lattes.cnpq.br/8202544711862073\

Publications:

National and international articles on vascular ultrasound Author of the book "Practical Guide to Vascular Ultrasound", a national reference

I'm a member of the following organizations:

International Union of Phlebology (UIP)

Brazilian Angiology and Vascular Surgery Society (SBACV)

Cardiovascular Imaging Department of the Brazilian Cardiology Society (DIC)

My projects include:

Online platform for vascular ultrasound courses in three languages (Portuguese, English, and Spanish)

Director and owner of the Vascular Ultrasound School Clinic "Instituto Fanilda Barros", with hands-on courses in vascular ultrasound Social project FAA (Do Something for Someone), serving underprivileged populations.

Personal Interests:

Road running

Sea swimming

Yoga

Weightlifting

Science and continuous updating

Dr Fanilda Barros

Steve Elias MD FACS DABVLM is Director, Center for Vein Disease at Englewood Health Network, NJ. He is the Founder of the American Venous Forum Fellows/Residents Course in Venous Disease which educates graduating physicians about the management of vein disease.

His clinical interests include all aspects of minimally invasive vein care, both procedure development and teaching. Venous education of new and current practitioners has been the cornerstone of his commitment to modern vein care and its impact on patient outcomes for the last 20 years.

Dr. Elias has lectured, published and taught about vein disease both nationally and internationally. He is also the Founder and Course Director of the annual Expert Venous Management Summit, a meeting that highlights advanced vein care. He is the Medical Editor of the American Venous Forum’s Newsletter, Vein Specialist. Venous Edge, an on-line video magazine, is the latest educational product that he co-founded in 2021. He has been Principal Investigator in multiple clinical trials and performed the first in man ClariVein procedure and Sonovein First in US Trial. Societal memberships include: American Venous Forum, Society for Vascular Surgery, American Vein and Lymphatic Society, and the American College of Surgeons.

He is a Fellow of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine, Distinguished Fellow of the American Venous Forum and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has been the Director of Mount Sinai Vein Center and the Columbia University Vascular Vein Programs. Undergraduate training was at The Johns Hopkins University. He received his medical degree from the State University of New York Buffalo. He then did his vascular fellowship training at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Elias is board certified in venous and lymphatic medicine and general surgery.

Dr Steve Elias

Steve Elias MD FACS DABVLM is Director, Center for Vein Disease at Englewood Health Network, NJ. He is the Founder of the American Venous Forum Fellows/Residents Course in Venous Disease which educates graduating physicians about the management of vein disease.

His clinical interests include all aspects of minimally invasive vein care, both procedure development and teaching. Venous education of new and current practitioners has been the cornerstone of his commitment to modern vein care and its impact on patient outcomes for the last 20 years.

Dr. Elias has lectured, published and taught about vein disease both nationally and internationally. He is also the Founder and Course Director of the annual Expert Venous Management Summit, a meeting that highlights advanced vein care. He is the Medical Editor of the American Venous Forum’s Newsletter, Vein Specialist. Venous Edge, an on-line video magazine, is the latest educational product that he co-founded in 2021. He has been Principal Investigator in multiple clinical trials and performed the first in man ClariVein procedure and Sonovein First in US Trial. Societal memberships include: American Venous Forum, Society for Vascular Surgery, American Vein and Lymphatic Society, and the American College of Surgeons.

He is a Fellow of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine, Distinguished Fellow of the American Venous Forum and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has been the Director of Mount Sinai Vein Center and the Columbia University Vascular Vein Programs. Undergraduate training was at The Johns Hopkins University. He received his medical degree from the State University of New York Buffalo. He then did his vascular fellowship training at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Elias is board certified in venous and lymphatic medicine and general surgery.

Dr Steve Elias

I am a Vascular Surgeon based in Long Island, New York. I did my General Surgery training at Upstate University Hospital at Syracuse and my Vascular training at Stony Brook Medicine. After 25 years at Stony Brook, I have recently joined Northwell Health as the System Chief of Ambulatory Vascular Surgery and Vein Care. I have a special interest in venous disease treating all aspects of venous pathology. I am the Past President of the American Venous Forum. Outside work I enjoy travelling, going to the theatre, poker and spending time with my family.

Dr Antonios Gasparis

I am a Vascular Surgeon based in Long Island, New York. I did my General Surgery training at Upstate University Hospital at Syracuse and my Vascular training at Stony Brook Medicine. After 25 years at Stony Brook, I have recently joined Northwell Health as the System Chief of Ambulatory Vascular Surgery and Vein Care. I have a special interest in venous disease treating all aspects of venous pathology. I am the Past President of the American Venous Forum. Outside work I enjoy travelling, going to the theatre, poker and spending time with my family.

Dr Antonios Gasparis

Professor of Vascular Surgery at Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Thessaly and Chairman of the Department of Vascular Surgery at the University Hospital of Larissa. Chairman of the Institute of Vascular Diseases, Greece. Dedicated clinician, academic teacher and researcher on innovative areas. Prevention of vascular diseases and public awareness are on the top of my priorities.

Prof Athanasios Giannoukas

Professor of Vascular Surgery at Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Thessaly and Chairman of the Department of Vascular Surgery at the University Hospital of Larissa. Chairman of the Institute of Vascular Diseases, Greece. Dedicated clinician, academic teacher and researcher on innovative areas. Prevention of vascular diseases and public awareness are on the top of my priorities.

Prof Athanasios Giannoukas

Dr Kathleen Gibson is a board-certified vascular surgeon at Lake Washington Vascular Surgeons in Bellevue, Washington. She graduated with highest honors from the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle. Her fellowship, residency and undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering were all completed at the University of Washington. She serves on the Board of the VIVA Foundation and the Executive Board of the American Vein and Lymphatic Society, and is its Past President. She is a distinguished member of the American Venous Forum and is a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery. She has authored or co-authored multiple book chapters and articles and has been an investigator for more than 42 clinical trials. She has been a speaker at multiple conferences in North and South America, Europe, and Asia.

Dr Kathleen Gibson

Dr Kathleen Gibson is a board-certified vascular surgeon at Lake Washington Vascular Surgeons in Bellevue, Washington. She graduated with highest honors from the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle. Her fellowship, residency and undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering were all completed at the University of Washington. She serves on the Board of the VIVA Foundation and the Executive Board of the American Vein and Lymphatic Society, and is its Past President. She is a distinguished member of the American Venous Forum and is a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery. She has authored or co-authored multiple book chapters and articles and has been an investigator for more than 42 clinical trials. She has been a speaker at multiple conferences in North and South America, Europe, and Asia.

Dr Kathleen Gibson

I am a Vascular Surgeon based in São Paulo, Brazil, specialized in the treatment of varicose veins, spider veins and lipedema. I run a private practice at Prime Care Medical Complex and focus on providing state-of-the-art care for vascular and aesthetic conditions. My expertise spans both surgical and non-surgical interventions, with a particular emphasis on minimally invasive techniques and patient-centered treatment plans.

In addition to clinical work, I am actively involved in research and education, organizing courses and symposia to advance knowledge in vascular surgery and lipedema treatment. I also have a special interest in integrating metabolic health and lifestyle interventions into patient care to achieve long-term outcomes.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and children, exploring new cultures, and staying active through sports like soccer and calisthenics. I love to learn new languages and have a keen interest in maintaining a balance between my busy professional life and personal well-being.

Dr Vitor Gornati

I am a Vascular Surgeon based in São Paulo, Brazil, specialized in the treatment of varicose veins, spider veins and lipedema. I run a private practice at Prime Care Medical Complex and focus on providing state-of-the-art care for vascular and aesthetic conditions. My expertise spans both surgical and non-surgical interventions, with a particular emphasis on minimally invasive techniques and patient-centered treatment plans.

In addition to clinical work, I am actively involved in research and education, organizing courses and symposia to advance knowledge in vascular surgery and lipedema treatment. I also have a special interest in integrating metabolic health and lifestyle interventions into patient care to achieve long-term outcomes.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and children, exploring new cultures, and staying active through sports like soccer and calisthenics. I love to learn new languages and have a keen interest in maintaining a balance between my busy professional life and personal well-being.

Dr Vitor Gornati

Mona Gupta, MD, FSIR is an interventional radiologist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and serves as chief of IR at the Jesse Brown VA Hospital in Chicago.

She received her bachelor’s from Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH and her medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, AR. After completing her diagnostic radiology residency at Emory University in Atlanta she completed her vascular and interventional radiology fellowship at Northwestern.

Dr. Gupta has 15 years of experience and is certified by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) in interventional and diagnostic radiology. She serves on the Venous Clinical Specialty Council for SIR and on the IAC Vascular Interventional Board of Directors as a representative of the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR).

Her clinical interests include superficial venous disease, chronic venous disease and venous ulcers, and pelvic venous disease.

In her spare time, she enjoys travelling, skiing and hiking with her husband and two daughters.

Prof Ramona Gupta

Mona Gupta, MD, FSIR is an interventional radiologist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and serves as chief of IR at the Jesse Brown VA Hospital in Chicago.

She received her bachelor’s from Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH and her medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, AR. After completing her diagnostic radiology residency at Emory University in Atlanta she completed her vascular and interventional radiology fellowship at Northwestern.

Dr. Gupta has 15 years of experience and is certified by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) in interventional and diagnostic radiology. She serves on the Venous Clinical Specialty Council for SIR and on the IAC Vascular Interventional Board of Directors as a representative of the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR).

Her clinical interests include superficial venous disease, chronic venous disease and venous ulcers, and pelvic venous disease.

In her spare time, she enjoys travelling, skiing and hiking with her husband and two daughters.

Prof Ramona Gupta

Dr. Illig attended Harvard College and Cornell Medical College, graduating AOA. He completed his general surgical residency and vascular surgical fellowship at the University of Rochester, and served as Professor and Chief of Vascular surgery at both Rochester and the University of South Florida before relocating to the Dialysis Access Institute in Orangeburg, SC, in 2018, where in 3 years he performed approximately 2,100 dialysis access procedures.

He has now joined FLOW Vascular Institute in Houston, TX, and practices at five access centers. Dr. Illig’s practice is exclusively devoted to arteriovenous access and AV access-associated venous thoracic outlet syndrome. He has published over 120 peer-reviewed manuscripts, 50 chapters, multiple invited reviews and commentaries, and three books, including two editions of the definitive multi-author textbook on thoracic outlet syndrome.

He’s one of the developers of the concept that the venous thoracic outlet plays a role in many patients with AV access dysfunction, and has surgically treated over 100 people with this condition. He’s an Academic Fellow of the Society for Vascular Surgery, a member of the American Surgical Association, and a former member and senior board examiner of the Vascular Surgery Board of the ABS.

Dr Karl Illig

Dr. Illig attended Harvard College and Cornell Medical College, graduating AOA. He completed his general surgical residency and vascular surgical fellowship at the University of Rochester, and served as Professor and Chief of Vascular surgery at both Rochester and the University of South Florida before relocating to the Dialysis Access Institute in Orangeburg, SC, in 2018, where in 3 years he performed approximately 2,100 dialysis access procedures.

He has now joined FLOW Vascular Institute in Houston, TX, and practices at five access centers. Dr. Illig’s practice is exclusively devoted to arteriovenous access and AV access-associated venous thoracic outlet syndrome. He has published over 120 peer-reviewed manuscripts, 50 chapters, multiple invited reviews and commentaries, and three books, including two editions of the definitive multi-author textbook on thoracic outlet syndrome.

He’s one of the developers of the concept that the venous thoracic outlet plays a role in many patients with AV access dysfunction, and has surgically treated over 100 people with this condition. He’s an Academic Fellow of the Society for Vascular Surgery, a member of the American Surgical Association, and a former member and senior board examiner of the Vascular Surgery Board of the ABS.

Dr Karl Illig

Houman Jalaie led the establishment of a program for venous surgery and intervention which grew to be one of the largest in Europe. In July 2019, he was appointed as the Director of the European Venous Center. He is course director of the venous section of the European Vascular Course (EVC) in Maastricht and co-director of the Venous Symposium Europe in Athens. Additionally, in 2019, Dr. Jalaie was appointed as the Head of the Phlebology Commission of the German Society for Vascular & Endovascular Surgery. His special interests revolve around the treatment of DVT and PTS.

Dr. Jalaie has been a principal or co-investigator in several clinical trials and studies involving interventional treatment of DVT and PTS. To date, he has authored or co-authored more than 120 different scientific publications, abstracts, and book chapters. His latest papers cover innovations in endovascular treatment of deep venous pathologies and its outcome. He has given over 500 guest lectures at national and international meetings.

Dr Houman Jalaie

Houman Jalaie led the establishment of a program for venous surgery and intervention which grew to be one of the largest in Europe. In July 2019, he was appointed as the Director of the European Venous Center. He is course director of the venous section of the European Vascular Course (EVC) in Maastricht and co-director of the Venous Symposium Europe in Athens. Additionally, in 2019, Dr. Jalaie was appointed as the Head of the Phlebology Commission of the German Society for Vascular & Endovascular Surgery. His special interests revolve around the treatment of DVT and PTS.

Dr. Jalaie has been a principal or co-investigator in several clinical trials and studies involving interventional treatment of DVT and PTS. To date, he has authored or co-authored more than 120 different scientific publications, abstracts, and book chapters. His latest papers cover innovations in endovascular treatment of deep venous pathologies and its outcome. He has given over 500 guest lectures at national and international meetings.

Dr Houman Jalaie

Professor Joh obtained his qualifications in medicine at The Chosun University, Korea in 1995.  He received his training in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery at the Samsung Medical Center, Seoul Korea.  In 2008 he was the Visiting Scholar at Stanford University Hospital, CA, USA and Strandness’s Vascular Laboratory of University of Washington, Seattle, USA. In addition, he took an observership of the Artificial Intelligence in University of Toronto, Canada. He took up the present position as a Professor of Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong in 2010 and Director of Education and Training Committee in his university hospital.

His main interests are carotid endarterectomy, open and endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysm, peripheral arterial disease, and venous diseases including varicose vein and deep vein thrombosis. Professor Joh played a key role in the development of Vascular Ultrasound in Korea, having established The Korean Society for Vascular Ultrasound (KSVU). He has authored over 90 publications in peer-reviewed journals. He published 3 books for vascular ultrasound.

Prof Jin Hyun Joh

Professor Joh obtained his qualifications in medicine at The Chosun University, Korea in 1995.  He received his training in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery at the Samsung Medical Center, Seoul Korea.  In 2008 he was the Visiting Scholar at Stanford University Hospital, CA, USA and Strandness’s Vascular Laboratory of University of Washington, Seattle, USA. In addition, he took an observership of the Artificial Intelligence in University of Toronto, Canada. He took up the present position as a Professor of Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong in 2010 and Director of Education and Training Committee in his university hospital.

His main interests are carotid endarterectomy, open and endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysm, peripheral arterial disease, and venous diseases including varicose vein and deep vein thrombosis. Professor Joh played a key role in the development of Vascular Ultrasound in Korea, having established The Korean Society for Vascular Ultrasound (KSVU). He has authored over 90 publications in peer-reviewed journals. He published 3 books for vascular ultrasound.

Prof Jin Hyun Joh

I am an angiologist and vascular surgeon working in the city of São Paulo, Brazil. I have always worked in private practice, mainly in the field of phlebology and medical education. I am passionate about science, mathematics and physics, which is why I approached the area of equipment and new technologies, especially LASER. I am a founding partner and director of the Instituto de Excelência Vascular and ECCOS Cursos, which has been offering extension courses in various vascular surgery techniques for specialists since 2008. I have been carrying out scientific activities with the Brazilian Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery for over 10 years. I am also a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery, the American Venous Forum and the American Vein and Lymphatic Society. In the area of entrepreneurship, I was the founder and advisor of Conecta Médico, a digital hub for medical care. I was a high-performance swimmer in Brazil and this certainly helped shape my professional personality. I am very attached to my family and sports, where I am part of an NGO that helps young athletes to continue in their carriers.

Dr Rodrigo Kikuchi

I am an angiologist and vascular surgeon working in the city of São Paulo, Brazil. I have always worked in private practice, mainly in the field of phlebology and medical education. I am passionate about science, mathematics and physics, which is why I approached the area of equipment and new technologies, especially LASER. I am a founding partner and director of the Instituto de Excelência Vascular and ECCOS Cursos, which has been offering extension courses in various vascular surgery techniques for specialists since 2008. I have been carrying out scientific activities with the Brazilian Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery for over 10 years. I am also a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery, the American Venous Forum and the American Vein and Lymphatic Society. In the area of entrepreneurship, I was the founder and advisor of Conecta Médico, a digital hub for medical care. I was a high-performance swimmer in Brazil and this certainly helped shape my professional personality. I am very attached to my family and sports, where I am part of an NGO that helps young athletes to continue in their carriers.

Dr Rodrigo Kikuchi

I am a tenured Professor of Surgery and Radiology and the Director of the Vascular Laboratory at Stony Brook Medicine in New York. I am also Professor of Surgery at the National Autonomous University of Mexico and the President and CEO of the Prime Care Medical Complex in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Being an expert in vascular diagnosis, pathophysiology and management of vascular diseases, I have established criteria and protocols for diagnosis, pioneer and contributed to methods for treatment that have been adopted worldwide. I served for long time on the Panel of VTE experts at the Joint Commission and the National Quality Forum as well as other national and international organizations. I enjoy running, playing soccer, table tennis and chess. I am highly motivated to help others and promote high quality education particularly for medical trainees and all types of health care professionals.

Prof Nicos Labropoulos

I am a tenured Professor of Surgery and Radiology and the Director of the Vascular Laboratory at Stony Brook Medicine in New York. I am also Professor of Surgery at the National Autonomous University of Mexico and the President and CEO of the Prime Care Medical Complex in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Being an expert in vascular diagnosis, pathophysiology and management of vascular diseases, I have established criteria and protocols for diagnosis, pioneer and contributed to methods for treatment that have been adopted worldwide. I served for long time on the Panel of VTE experts at the Joint Commission and the National Quality Forum as well as other national and international organizations. I enjoy running, playing soccer, table tennis and chess. I am highly motivated to help others and promote high quality education particularly for medical trainees and all types of health care professionals.

Prof Nicos Labropoulos

John C. Lantis II, MD, is currently the site Chief and Professor of Surgery at Mount Sinai West Hospital, and the Icahn School of Medicine; in mid-town Manhattan where he practices as a senior vascular surgeon.  On January 1, 2024; he was named the Director of advanced wound care; Department of surgery; Mount Sinai healthcare system.

In 2023 he became the Editor in Chief of the journal WOUNDS; a Clinical Compendium.  He is the past president of the New York Vascular Surgery Society, a founding member of the American Board of Wound Medicine and Surgery, and the Vascular Study Group of New York.

He is recognized as a world leader in limb salvage and lower extremity wound healing, which includes a very large breadth of knowledge in regards to cellular and tissue based therapies, negative pressure wound therapy, growth factor and stem cell therapy, and local/regional flap therapy. He has been a principal investigator on over 80 clinical trials.

Dr John Lantis

John C. Lantis II, MD, is currently the site Chief and Professor of Surgery at Mount Sinai West Hospital, and the Icahn School of Medicine; in mid-town Manhattan where he practices as a senior vascular surgeon.  On January 1, 2024; he was named the Director of advanced wound care; Department of surgery; Mount Sinai healthcare system.

In 2023 he became the Editor in Chief of the journal WOUNDS; a Clinical Compendium.  He is the past president of the New York Vascular Surgery Society, a founding member of the American Board of Wound Medicine and Surgery, and the Vascular Study Group of New York.

He is recognized as a world leader in limb salvage and lower extremity wound healing, which includes a very large breadth of knowledge in regards to cellular and tissue based therapies, negative pressure wound therapy, growth factor and stem cell therapy, and local/regional flap therapy. He has been a principal investigator on over 80 clinical trials.

Dr John Lantis

Dr. Luis R Leon Jr. attended the Cayetano Heredia Peruvian University in Lima, Peru, obtaining his Medical degree in 1996. He received surgical training at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and San Joaquin General Hospital in California, from 1997 to 2003. In addition, Dr. Leon completed a Vascular and Endovascular Fellowship at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, in 2005. He has been certified by the American Board of Surgery in both General and Vascular Surgery. He has been a Registered Vascular Technologist since 2004 and became a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons in 2008. Dr. Leon served as the Chief of Vascular Surgery at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Tucson from 2005 until 2008. During his tenure at the VA hospital, he belonged to several committees, including the Research and Development, Limb Preservation and Peer Review Committees.

During his career, Dr. Leon has authored over 120 peer-reviewed publications and about 10 book chapters. He has presented over 30 abstracts and given over 350 lectures both nationally and internationally. He is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Vascular Surgery, Annals of Vascular Surgery and other peer-reviewed Journals. He is a member of several professional societies, including The Society for Vascular Surgery, The American Venous Forum and The International Society for Vascular Surgery. Within these societies, he has served for several committees, including the American Venous Registry (AVR) – Venous Stent Committee, along with being a member of several industry-advisory boards. His academic productivity has earned him a number of awards, including the Charles C Guthrie Award from the Midwestern Vascular Surgery Society in 2004 and the very prestigious E.J. Wylie Traveling Fellowship Award from the American Vascular Association in 2007. His productivity also earned him an Associate Professor of Surgery degree at the University of Arizona, tenure-eligible, since April 2008.

His clinical practice is broadly considered top notch and always up-to-date, staying in the “crest of the wave” throughout his career. It is in these lines, that, given his expertise, he was given the honor to perform first-in-human use of medical devices (i.e. ICE-9 in 2024 and Titan IBS stent in 2021). He is considered as a key opinion leader (KOL) in most aspects of vascular disease both nationally and internationally.

He is currently a Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon at Tucson Medical Center (TMC). He was the Elected Chief of the Vascular and Endovascular Section at TMC, position that he filled from January 2011 until January 2013. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Midwestern University, in Phoenix, Arizona. He is a current member of the Adjunct Faculty Clinical Associate Professor of the Division of Clinical Education of the Andrew Taylor Still University (ATSU), School of Osteopathic Medicine of Arizona, and he is a co-owner of Pima Vascular.

He has a strong interest in both the research and clinical aspects of carotid, aortic, peripheral arterial and venous disease.

On a personal, non-professional note, his interest resides in ultra-running, cycling and triathlons. He has completed over 230 running and cycling races of different lengths and terrains. His triathlons have included distances from sprint to a full Ironman. His running races have spanned from 5- (3.1-miles) to 384-kilometers (240-miles) in length, including so far 28 half-marathons, 43 marathons and 52 ultra-marathons. He has ran marathons and ultra-marathons in 4 different countries and 19 different states. In cycling he has completed century mile (100-miles, 160-km) rides several times, both in road and mountainous terrains, with significant elevation gains in most of them.  He has completed four races of 320-km (200-miles) and above, and his next significant challenge is the completion of the Arizona Monster 300, which will consist of running 500-km (308-miles) from April 4-11, 2025.

Dr Luis Leon

Dr. Luis R Leon Jr. attended the Cayetano Heredia Peruvian University in Lima, Peru, obtaining his Medical degree in 1996. He received surgical training at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and San Joaquin General Hospital in California, from 1997 to 2003. In addition, Dr. Leon completed a Vascular and Endovascular Fellowship at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, in 2005. He has been certified by the American Board of Surgery in both General and Vascular Surgery. He has been a Registered Vascular Technologist since 2004 and became a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons in 2008. Dr. Leon served as the Chief of Vascular Surgery at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Tucson from 2005 until 2008. During his tenure at the VA hospital, he belonged to several committees, including the Research and Development, Limb Preservation and Peer Review Committees.

During his career, Dr. Leon has authored over 120 peer-reviewed publications and about 10 book chapters. He has presented over 30 abstracts and given over 350 lectures both nationally and internationally. He is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Vascular Surgery, Annals of Vascular Surgery and other peer-reviewed Journals. He is a member of several professional societies, including The Society for Vascular Surgery, The American Venous Forum and The International Society for Vascular Surgery. Within these societies, he has served for several committees, including the American Venous Registry (AVR) – Venous Stent Committee, along with being a member of several industry-advisory boards. His academic productivity has earned him a number of awards, including the Charles C Guthrie Award from the Midwestern Vascular Surgery Society in 2004 and the very prestigious E.J. Wylie Traveling Fellowship Award from the American Vascular Association in 2007. His productivity also earned him an Associate Professor of Surgery degree at the University of Arizona, tenure-eligible, since April 2008.

His clinical practice is broadly considered top notch and always up-to-date, staying in the “crest of the wave” throughout his career. It is in these lines, that, given his expertise, he was given the honor to perform first-in-human use of medical devices (i.e. ICE-9 in 2024 and Titan IBS stent in 2021). He is considered as a key opinion leader (KOL) in most aspects of vascular disease both nationally and internationally.

He is currently a Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon at Tucson Medical Center (TMC). He was the Elected Chief of the Vascular and Endovascular Section at TMC, position that he filled from January 2011 until January 2013. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Midwestern University, in Phoenix, Arizona. He is a current member of the Adjunct Faculty Clinical Associate Professor of the Division of Clinical Education of the Andrew Taylor Still University (ATSU), School of Osteopathic Medicine of Arizona, and he is a co-owner of Pima Vascular.

He has a strong interest in both the research and clinical aspects of carotid, aortic, peripheral arterial and venous disease.

On a personal, non-professional note, his interest resides in ultra-running, cycling and triathlons. He has completed over 230 running and cycling races of different lengths and terrains. His triathlons have included distances from sprint to a full Ironman. His running races have spanned from 5- (3.1-miles) to 384-kilometers (240-miles) in length, including so far 28 half-marathons, 43 marathons and 52 ultra-marathons. He has ran marathons and ultra-marathons in 4 different countries and 19 different states. In cycling he has completed century mile (100-miles, 160-km) rides several times, both in road and mountainous terrains, with significant elevation gains in most of them.  He has completed four races of 320-km (200-miles) and above, and his next significant challenge is the completion of the Arizona Monster 300, which will consist of running 500-km (308-miles) from April 4-11, 2025.

Dr Luis Leon

Dr. Marston is currently the George Johnson Jr Distinguished Professor of Surgery at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine.

Dr Marston is a graduate of Harvard University and received his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He completed a general surgical residency and fellowship in vascular surgery at the University of North Carolina Hospitals in Chapel Hill, NC. His research interests include the diagnosis and management of chronic venous insufficiency, the treatment of critical limb ischemia, and advanced therapies for healing chronic wounds. He has been a clinical investigator on over 50 clinical trials in the areas listed above, both on the local and national level and has experience in the design and conduct of clinical trials at all levels of the approval process.

Dr William Marston

Dr. Marston is currently the George Johnson Jr Distinguished Professor of Surgery at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine.

Dr Marston is a graduate of Harvard University and received his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He completed a general surgical residency and fellowship in vascular surgery at the University of North Carolina Hospitals in Chapel Hill, NC. His research interests include the diagnosis and management of chronic venous insufficiency, the treatment of critical limb ischemia, and advanced therapies for healing chronic wounds. He has been a clinical investigator on over 50 clinical trials in the areas listed above, both on the local and national level and has experience in the design and conduct of clinical trials at all levels of the approval process.

Dr William Marston

Mark H. Meissner, M.D., is a surgeon at the Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Clinic at UW Medical Center and a UW professor of Surgery.

Dr. Meissner enjoys actively partnering with patients to provide the best possible care.

Dr. Meissner earned his medical degree from the University of Colorado. His clinical interests include acute deep venous thrombosis, chronic venous disease and the post thrombotic syndrome, vascular trauma, abdominal aortic aneurysms, long term follow-up care of acute deep venous thrombosis and pharmacological treatment of venous leg ulcers.

His research interests include long-term follow-up of acute deep venous thrombosis and its relationship to chronic venous disease, venous thromboembolism in trauma, pharmacologic treatment of venous leg ulcers and coagulation abnormalities in trauma.

Dr. Meissner is board-certified in Surgery and Vascular Surgery.

Dr Mark Meissner

Mark H. Meissner, M.D., is a surgeon at the Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Clinic at UW Medical Center and a UW professor of Surgery.

Dr. Meissner enjoys actively partnering with patients to provide the best possible care.

Dr. Meissner earned his medical degree from the University of Colorado. His clinical interests include acute deep venous thrombosis, chronic venous disease and the post thrombotic syndrome, vascular trauma, abdominal aortic aneurysms, long term follow-up care of acute deep venous thrombosis and pharmacological treatment of venous leg ulcers.

His research interests include long-term follow-up of acute deep venous thrombosis and its relationship to chronic venous disease, venous thromboembolism in trauma, pharmacologic treatment of venous leg ulcers and coagulation abnormalities in trauma.

Dr. Meissner is board-certified in Surgery and Vascular Surgery.

Dr Mark Meissner

I am a Vascular Surgeon in Madrid, Spain.

I was a consultant in different private hospital groups in Madrid since 2010. And I have currently formed my own Center (CICVE) International Center for Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, and we work in the Hospitals of the Viamed group in Madrid. They are associated with the CEU San Pablo University.

We have special interest and dedication in both proximal and superficial venous pathology and we are a center specialized in pelvic embolization techniques and proximal venous endovascular treatment.

I am a member of the ESVS and EVF.

Outside of work I like outdoor sports: scuba diving and running, especially long distances, in addition to skiing. And I'm a big fan of sports cars and travel.

Dr Marta Ramírez Ortega

I am a Vascular Surgeon in Madrid, Spain.

I was a consultant in different private hospital groups in Madrid since 2010. And I have currently formed my own Center (CICVE) International Center for Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, and we work in the Hospitals of the Viamed group in Madrid. They are associated with the CEU San Pablo University.

We have special interest and dedication in both proximal and superficial venous pathology and we are a center specialized in pelvic embolization techniques and proximal venous endovascular treatment.

I am a member of the ESVS and EVF.

Outside of work I like outdoor sports: scuba diving and running, especially long distances, in addition to skiing. And I'm a big fan of sports cars and travel.

Dr Marta Ramírez Ortega

Enric Roche is a vascular surgeon, Former Head of the Angiology and Vascular Surgery Service at the General Hospitals of Catalonia and Sagrado Corazón (on leave of abscence) both in Barcelona. With more than 25 years of professional experience, he is an opinion leader in the treatment of venous pathologies, whose visibility and recognition are a very valuable support for the development of VB Devices. He is a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Barcelona.

Dr Enric Roche

Enric Roche is a vascular surgeon, Former Head of the Angiology and Vascular Surgery Service at the General Hospitals of Catalonia and Sagrado Corazón (on leave of abscence) both in Barcelona. With more than 25 years of professional experience, he is an opinion leader in the treatment of venous pathologies, whose visibility and recognition are a very valuable support for the development of VB Devices. He is a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Barcelona.

Dr Enric Roche

I am a Vascular Surgeon based in Larissa, Greece. I completed my residency and fellowship at the University Hospital of Larissa and currently I have private practices at the city center of Larissa, and IASO Privat General Hospital of Larissa. I have been affiliated with the University Department of Vascular Surgery since 2017 and I am currently still actively involved in the Unit of Vascular Surgery and the Vascular Lab. I have a special interest in Carotid Pathologies as well as Vein Surgery and Dialysis Access Surgery. I am the current Scientific Director of the Vascular Surgery Department at IASO Privat General Hospital. Outside work I enjoy playing basketball and SUP. I am speaking fluently four Languages (Greek, German, English and Bulgarian).

Dr Vasileios Saleptsis

I am a Vascular Surgeon based in Larissa, Greece. I completed my residency and fellowship at the University Hospital of Larissa and currently I have private practices at the city center of Larissa, and IASO Privat General Hospital of Larissa. I have been affiliated with the University Department of Vascular Surgery since 2017 and I am currently still actively involved in the Unit of Vascular Surgery and the Vascular Lab. I have a special interest in Carotid Pathologies as well as Vein Surgery and Dialysis Access Surgery. I am the current Scientific Director of the Vascular Surgery Department at IASO Privat General Hospital. Outside work I enjoy playing basketball and SUP. I am speaking fluently four Languages (Greek, German, English and Bulgarian).

Dr Vasileios Saleptsis

My name is Igor Rafael Sincos, and I am a Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon in Brazil - Board Certified by Brazilian Society for Vascular Surgery.

I am the founder of the Endovascular ScIENCE group in São Paulo, Brazil. I am the Chief of Vascular Surgery of Hospital Vila Nova Star, São Luiz Itaim and São Camilo in São Paulo. I am professor of post-graduation at Albert Einstein Hospital.

I completed my residency program and PhD at University of São Paulo Medical School in 2009;

MBA - at University of Pittsburgh / USA;

Leadership, Post graduate for Surgeons - Harvard Medical School / USA;

Executive Director of the ScIENCE Congress and of the Prime Medical/Oxy Prime Hyperbaric Group.

I have a special interest in complex endovascular aortic surgery, complex arterial revascularization, endovenous surgery, embolization techniques, wound care and Oxygen hyperbaric treatment.

Outside work I enjoy Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, playing tennis and soccer. 

I am married to Maíra Haselmann Sincos, and we have one son (Davi) and my daughter Bianca will be delivered in January 2025 ❤!

Dr Igor Rafael Sincos

My name is Igor Rafael Sincos, and I am a Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon in Brazil - Board Certified by Brazilian Society for Vascular Surgery.

I am the founder of the Endovascular ScIENCE group in São Paulo, Brazil. I am the Chief of Vascular Surgery of Hospital Vila Nova Star, São Luiz Itaim and São Camilo in São Paulo. I am professor of post-graduation at Albert Einstein Hospital.

I completed my residency program and PhD at University of São Paulo Medical School in 2009;

MBA - at University of Pittsburgh / USA;

Leadership, Post graduate for Surgeons - Harvard Medical School / USA;

Executive Director of the ScIENCE Congress and of the Prime Medical/Oxy Prime Hyperbaric Group.

I have a special interest in complex endovascular aortic surgery, complex arterial revascularization, endovenous surgery, embolization techniques, wound care and Oxygen hyperbaric treatment.

Outside work I enjoy Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, playing tennis and soccer. 

I am married to Maíra Haselmann Sincos, and we have one son (Davi) and my daughter Bianca will be delivered in January 2025 ❤!

Dr Igor Rafael Sincos

I am an Angiologist based in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, and have been exclusively dedicated to vascular ultrasound since 1997. I also have extensive experience with CTA and MRA. I currently perform exams in a private radiological clinic and in two large hospitals in Belo Horizonte. I am very interested in exams for EVAR follow-up (microbubble contrast and Doppler) and evaluation of pelvic venous disorders.

I am a full member of the Brazilian Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery, and I was the coordinator of the examination board for obtaining a Doppler certificate for 4 years.

Outside of work, I enjoy running and watching my team Atlético Mineiro's soccer games, as well as meeting up with friends and enjoying a good wine.

Dr Adriano Souza

I am an Angiologist based in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, and have been exclusively dedicated to vascular ultrasound since 1997. I also have extensive experience with CTA and MRA. I currently perform exams in a private radiological clinic and in two large hospitals in Belo Horizonte. I am very interested in exams for EVAR follow-up (microbubble contrast and Doppler) and evaluation of pelvic venous disorders.

I am a full member of the Brazilian Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery, and I was the coordinator of the examination board for obtaining a Doppler certificate for 4 years.

Outside of work, I enjoy running and watching my team Atlético Mineiro's soccer games, as well as meeting up with friends and enjoying a good wine.

Dr Adriano Souza

I am a Vascular Surgeon based in Thailand. I completed my residency in General Surgery at Thammasat University Hospital in 2015, followed by a fellowship in Vascular and Transplant Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, I currently serve as a lecturer and consultant in Vascular Surgery Division of Surgical Department Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University Hospital and have maintained an affiliation with Ramathibodi Hospital since 2018. In 2022, I was honoured to be a visiting clinical and research fellow specializing in deep venous surgery at St Thomas’ Hospital in London. My ongoing practice encompasses general vascular surgery, with a focus on both superficial and deep venous diseases, hemodialysis access, peripheral artery disease, aneurysms, and vascular trauma. I lead the venous thromboembolism initiative for surgical patients at my hospital within a multidisciplinary team framework. Furthermore, I am actively involved in the committee for the undergraduate medical student program in Thailand, and I am a member of the Thai Venous Forum, which is part of the Thai Vascular Association.

In the realm of education and research, my primary interest lies in venous diseases, particularly deep vein thrombosis and pelvic venous disorders. I am committed to an extensive and dedicated practice aimed at the treatment of deep venous obstruction, pelvic venous disorders, and superficial vein diseases.

Outside of my professional endeavours, I take great pleasure in cooking Thai cuisine and baking, as these activities serve as positive distractions from my work. I also enjoy hiking and glamping, appreciating the refreshment that fresh air and the beauty of nature provide. Moreover, I engage in Buddhist practices, including chanting, insight, and deep listening meditations. In this context, I volunteer to assist others by sharing the teachings of the Lord Buddha.

Dr Kanoklada Srikuea

I am a Vascular Surgeon based in Thailand. I completed my residency in General Surgery at Thammasat University Hospital in 2015, followed by a fellowship in Vascular and Transplant Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, I currently serve as a lecturer and consultant in Vascular Surgery Division of Surgical Department Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University Hospital and have maintained an affiliation with Ramathibodi Hospital since 2018. In 2022, I was honoured to be a visiting clinical and research fellow specializing in deep venous surgery at St Thomas’ Hospital in London. My ongoing practice encompasses general vascular surgery, with a focus on both superficial and deep venous diseases, hemodialysis access, peripheral artery disease, aneurysms, and vascular trauma. I lead the venous thromboembolism initiative for surgical patients at my hospital within a multidisciplinary team framework. Furthermore, I am actively involved in the committee for the undergraduate medical student program in Thailand, and I am a member of the Thai Venous Forum, which is part of the Thai Vascular Association.

In the realm of education and research, my primary interest lies in venous diseases, particularly deep vein thrombosis and pelvic venous disorders. I am committed to an extensive and dedicated practice aimed at the treatment of deep venous obstruction, pelvic venous disorders, and superficial vein diseases.

Outside of my professional endeavours, I take great pleasure in cooking Thai cuisine and baking, as these activities serve as positive distractions from my work. I also enjoy hiking and glamping, appreciating the refreshment that fresh air and the beauty of nature provide. Moreover, I engage in Buddhist practices, including chanting, insight, and deep listening meditations. In this context, I volunteer to assist others by sharing the teachings of the Lord Buddha.

Dr Kanoklada Srikuea

Georgios Tzavellas, MD, MSc, FSVS, FACS was born in Athens in 1986. He graduated from the University of Ioannina Medical School. He completed his residency in Vascular Surgery in the United States, at Stony Brook University Hospital (State University of New York- SUNY), in 2020. He is currently practicing in the USA and Athens, Greece. His interest covers the entire field of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.

Dr Georgios Tzavellas

Georgios Tzavellas, MD, MSc, FSVS, FACS was born in Athens in 1986. He graduated from the University of Ioannina Medical School. He completed his residency in Vascular Surgery in the United States, at Stony Brook University Hospital (State University of New York- SUNY), in 2020. He is currently practicing in the USA and Athens, Greece. His interest covers the entire field of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.

Dr Georgios Tzavellas

My name is Dimitrios Virvilis and I am a vascular surgeon at New York. I am trained at the Cleveland Clinic in all aspects of vascular and endovascular surgery.  Currently I am serving as an Associate Chairman of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at Saint Francis Hospital and Heart Center at Long Island, New York.

I perform all arterial and venous interventions open, endovascular and hybrid.  My areas of interest are cerebrovascular disease, aortic pathologies, peripheral arterial disease and deep venous pathologies.

On my free time I enjoy traveling and spending time with my 2 young kids.

Dr Dimitrios Virvilis

My name is Dimitrios Virvilis and I am a vascular surgeon at New York. I am trained at the Cleveland Clinic in all aspects of vascular and endovascular surgery.  Currently I am serving as an Associate Chairman of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at Saint Francis Hospital and Heart Center at Long Island, New York.

I perform all arterial and venous interventions open, endovascular and hybrid.  My areas of interest are cerebrovascular disease, aortic pathologies, peripheral arterial disease and deep venous pathologies.

On my free time I enjoy traveling and spending time with my 2 young kids.

Dr Dimitrios Virvilis

PA Jennifer Clark is a United States Air Force Veteran having served from August 2000-March 2011. While serving, she completed both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Physician Assistant Studies in 2007 through the Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP) University of Nebraska Medical Center. Additionally, while serving in the USAF, she earned an Associate's Degree in Allied Health Sciences in 2003. One year after completing her Physician Assistant training, she forward deployed to Afghanistan with a team of US Army Green Berets for six months. After the deployment, she returned to Tyndall AFB and completed the rest of her commitment to the USAF. In 2011 Jennifer separated from the service and began working in vascular surgery. She has been treating patients with vascular conditions since 2011, with a niche focus on venous disease and finds the specialty highly rewarding.

She most recently completed her MBA (Masters of Business Administration) through Baylor University in 2020. She is currently residing in Tucson, AZ where she continues to practice. She has been a part of setting up multiple vein centers throughout her career and knows the ins and outs of how to run an efficient and profitable vein center with the patient’s best interests at heart. She has published articles in Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases and Journal of Vascular Care. She is also Clinical Preceptor of Physician Assistant students with Franklin Pierce University and soon to be preceptor with the University of Arizona Physician Assistant program. She has a strong interest in both clinical and research aspects of venous disease. She has a vast knowledge of venous disease and teaches procedure techniques to US physicians and residents as well as international providers. She is a highly sought-after consultant in the venous and lymphedema space and is co-chairing Allied Health education track at the International Venous Symposium in New York City.

She is happily married with three beautiful kids, Griffen, Ayla, and Dylan. Her fur baby is a golden retriever named Jocko. In her free time, she loves hiking, golfing, camping, and spending time with her family.

Dr Jennifer Clark

PA Jennifer Clark is a United States Air Force Veteran having served from August 2000-March 2011. While serving, she completed both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Physician Assistant Studies in 2007 through the Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP) University of Nebraska Medical Center. Additionally, while serving in the USAF, she earned an Associate's Degree in Allied Health Sciences in 2003. One year after completing her Physician Assistant training, she forward deployed to Afghanistan with a team of US Army Green Berets for six months. After the deployment, she returned to Tyndall AFB and completed the rest of her commitment to the USAF. In 2011 Jennifer separated from the service and began working in vascular surgery. She has been treating patients with vascular conditions since 2011, with a niche focus on venous disease and finds the specialty highly rewarding.

She most recently completed her MBA (Masters of Business Administration) through Baylor University in 2020. She is currently residing in Tucson, AZ where she continues to practice. She has been a part of setting up multiple vein centers throughout her career and knows the ins and outs of how to run an efficient and profitable vein center with the patient’s best interests at heart. She has published articles in Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases and Journal of Vascular Care. She is also Clinical Preceptor of Physician Assistant students with Franklin Pierce University and soon to be preceptor with the University of Arizona Physician Assistant program. She has a strong interest in both clinical and research aspects of venous disease. She has a vast knowledge of venous disease and teaches procedure techniques to US physicians and residents as well as international providers. She is a highly sought-after consultant in the venous and lymphedema space and is co-chairing Allied Health education track at the International Venous Symposium in New York City.

She is happily married with three beautiful kids, Griffen, Ayla, and Dylan. Her fur baby is a golden retriever named Jocko. In her free time, she loves hiking, golfing, camping, and spending time with her family.

Dr Jennifer Clark

Kush R Desai, MD, FSIR is an Interventional Radiologist and Professor of Radiology, Surgery, and Medicine at Northwestern University. His primary research and clinical interests are in venous thromboembolic disease, deep venous thrombectomy/thrombolysis, reconstruction of chronic venous occlusions, IVC filter management/complex IVC filter retrieval, and interventional pulmonary embolism management. He is the systemwide Medical Director for Value Analysis/Supply Chain at Northwestern Memorial HealthCare.

Dr. Desai previously served as the chair of the Society of Interventional Radiology’s venous clinical specialty council, currently serves on the annual meeting committee, and is a fellow of the society.  He also serves as a member of VIVA Foundation Board, and is on the Charing Cross Symposium Executive Board.

Dr. Desai serves as the national and global principal investigator for numerous clinical trials that are developing strategies and devices to treat deep venous disease. In addition, he serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, as a reviewer for several journals, including Circulation, Journal of the American College of Cardiology, and as a distinguished reviewer for Journal of Vascular Surgery: Venous and Lymphatic Disorders.

Hobbies - Running, tennis, and cooking

Dr Kush R Desai

Kush R Desai, MD, FSIR is an Interventional Radiologist and Professor of Radiology, Surgery, and Medicine at Northwestern University. His primary research and clinical interests are in venous thromboembolic disease, deep venous thrombectomy/thrombolysis, reconstruction of chronic venous occlusions, IVC filter management/complex IVC filter retrieval, and interventional pulmonary embolism management. He is the systemwide Medical Director for Value Analysis/Supply Chain at Northwestern Memorial HealthCare.

Dr. Desai previously served as the chair of the Society of Interventional Radiology’s venous clinical specialty council, currently serves on the annual meeting committee, and is a fellow of the society.  He also serves as a member of VIVA Foundation Board, and is on the Charing Cross Symposium Executive Board.

Dr. Desai serves as the national and global principal investigator for numerous clinical trials that are developing strategies and devices to treat deep venous disease. In addition, he serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, as a reviewer for several journals, including Circulation, Journal of the American College of Cardiology, and as a distinguished reviewer for Journal of Vascular Surgery: Venous and Lymphatic Disorders.

Hobbies - Running, tennis, and cooking

Dr Kush R Desai

Dr Khilnani is a Professor of Clinical Radiology at the Weill Cornell Medicine in New York and an Attending at the New York Presbyterian Hospital. He is in the Division of Interventional Radiology and works in the Weill Cornell Vein Center. He is the North American Editor for the journal Phlebology, President of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine and a Past President of the American Vein and Lymphatic Society.

He is a member of a multi-disciplinary Pelvic Venous Disorder Workgroup that includes vascular specialists and gynaecologists with the goal of advancing the evidence regarding pelvic venous disorders and chronic pelvic pain. His current research within the workgroup includes developing a patient reported outcomes measure to assess the impact of treatments for chronic pelvic pain of a venous etiology. This project is funded by the SIR Foundation. He is also part of a team preparing to initiate a randomized controlled single blinded trial to assess the impact of pelvic vein embolization in women with chronic pelvic pain.

Dr Neil M. Khilnani

Dr Khilnani is a Professor of Clinical Radiology at the Weill Cornell Medicine in New York and an Attending at the New York Presbyterian Hospital. He is in the Division of Interventional Radiology and works in the Weill Cornell Vein Center. He is the North American Editor for the journal Phlebology, President of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine and a Past President of the American Vein and Lymphatic Society.

He is a member of a multi-disciplinary Pelvic Venous Disorder Workgroup that includes vascular specialists and gynaecologists with the goal of advancing the evidence regarding pelvic venous disorders and chronic pelvic pain. His current research within the workgroup includes developing a patient reported outcomes measure to assess the impact of treatments for chronic pelvic pain of a venous etiology. This project is funded by the SIR Foundation. He is also part of a team preparing to initiate a randomized controlled single blinded trial to assess the impact of pelvic vein embolization in women with chronic pelvic pain.

Dr Neil M. Khilnani

I am a Vascular Surgeon based in Seoul, South Korea, currently serving at Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital in the Department of Vascular and Transplantation Surgery. My primary areas of interest include venous diseases, aortic surgery, and dialysis access procedures. I am an active member of the Korean Society for Vascular Surgery, the Korean Society of Phlebology, and the Korean Society for Dialysis Access. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy running marathons and playing music as a way to unwind and stay balanced.

Dr Hyangkyoung Kim

I am a Vascular Surgeon based in Seoul, South Korea, currently serving at Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital in the Department of Vascular and Transplantation Surgery. My primary areas of interest include venous diseases, aortic surgery, and dialysis access procedures. I am an active member of the Korean Society for Vascular Surgery, the Korean Society of Phlebology, and the Korean Society for Dialysis Access. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy running marathons and playing music as a way to unwind and stay balanced.

Dr Hyangkyoung Kim