American Vein & Lymphatic Society

09/07/2025

Dear AVLS Community,

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that AVLS Congress 2025, scheduled for this October, will not take place.

Like many medical societies, AVLS has faced ongoing financial challenges since COVID-19, with lower than expected attendance at past meetings and reduced industry support. Earlier this year, we filed for Chapter 11 in the hope of reorganizing and using this year’s Congress as a pivotal step toward recovery.

Despite the dedication of our volunteers, staff, and leadership, registration and vendor support have not reached the levels needed to make the meeting financially possible. As a result, we
simply do not have the resources to hold the Congress this year.

We know how much our members value coming together each year to learn, share, and support one another. Canceling this meeting was the most difficult decision we’ve had to make, and we deeply regret the disappointment and disruption it causes.

We are reaching out to the Washington Hilton to determine what deposit monies are recoverable.

AVLS remains committed to advancing vein and lymphatic care, supporting our members, and finding ways to rebuild. We are grateful for your ongoing support and understanding during this
difficult time, and we will keep you updated on our next steps.

With gratitude,
The AVLS Board of Directors

08/29/2025

Vascular Medicine @

Join section leads Dr. Eri Fukaya & Dr. Teresa Carman for two powerhouse sessions:

🔹 Didactics: SVT, DOACs, Anticoagulation, Duplex Pearls
🔹 Day in the Life: Real-world Cases & Debates
📍 Washington, DC | Oct 9–10

www.avlscongress.org

🎯 Learn. Debate. Advance Vascular Medicine

08/27/2025

Family Time at CONGRESS 2025? Yes! Come early or stay late to enjoy a "Once in a Lifetime Experience!"

Watch the giant pandas at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo starting in January 2025.

08/26/2025

ATTENDING AVLS 2025 CONGRESS in DC?
Stop by the Exhibition Hall to experience Innovative Technology to Enchance Your Practice!

08/26/2025

ATTENDING AVLS CONGRESS 2025 IN DC?
Stay Tuned!
We have a list of Restaurants for Reservations for your Dining Experiences!

08/23/2025

💉✨ Ready to take your sclerotherapy game to the next level?

Sclerotherapy isn’t just about improving aesthetics — it’s the pièce de résistance after treating your patient’s superficial venous insufficiency. Mastering this skill allows you to deliver truly comprehensive venous care.

🔥 New this year! For the first time, we’re featuring a live demo session in our workshop. Nothing beats learning in real time with a patient. Watch and learn from experts in the field.

In this session, you’ll:
✅ Fine-tune your injection technique with hands-on trainers
✅ Learn strategies to optimize efficiency
✅ Understand how to seamlessly incorporate cosmetic sclerotherapy into your practice

Lead by 🩺Drs. Margaret Mann and Todd Cartee
Featuring our experts: Dr. Alex Valiga • Dr. Samuel Castano • Dr Satish Vayuvegula • Dr. Vineet Mishra

This is one of our most popular workshops for both physicians and APPs — whether you’re brand new and looking to add sclerotherapy to your toolbox, or experienced and ready to sharpen your skills.

Don’t overlook this important step in venous treatment — your patients will thank you!

📅 Reserve your spot today — this session always fills quickly!

https://cvent.me/2aQVl5

08/23/2025

🧐 Want a glimpse of the exciting programming in our Deep Venous Track?
Well here it is!! ...

Lead by 🩺Drs. Ron Winokur, Gloria Salazar, and Karem Harth, this track is not to be missed!

The Deep Venous Track will be an incredible opportunity for exposure and case based learning on high-level management of complex deep venous and pelvic venous disease.

Get ready to take a DEEP dive into:
- the diagnosis and management of thrombotic and non-thrombotic iliac venous disease
- the complexities of pelvic venous disease.
- the challenging and controversial case-based debates

Learn from the experts in our field:
Dr. Arjun Jayaraj • Dr. Steve Abramowitz • Dr. Deepak Sudheendra • Dr. Peter Pappas • Dr. Jake Hemingway • Diane Neuhardt • Dr Karem Harth • Dr. Gloria Salazar • Dr. Mona Gupta • Donna Kelly • Dr Monika Gloviczki • Dr Suman Wasan • Dr. Teresa Carmen • Dr. Mark Meissner • Dr. Kathy Gibson

If you haven't registered for this meeting, don't wait any longer.

We hope to see you there!
www.avlscongress.org

08/22/2025

8 DAYS!!!!

TO REGISTER BEFORE RATES & FEES INCREASE ON AUGUST 30TH.

Join us at AVLS Congress!! Don't wait till last minute to register. Room Block likely will sell out.

39th AVLS Annual Congress
Dates: October 9–11, 2025
Location: Washington Hilton, Washington, DC
www.avlscongress.com

https://cvent.me/2aQVl5

08/22/2025

Introducing a new session at AVLS Congress - JOURNAL CLUB!

Led by Neil Khilnani, MD and Professor Alun Davies, this session reviews some of the key papers of2024-2025.

Presented by a leading expert followed by key discussant highlighting pitfalls of the study, all offer insight into how you can use the best evidence to help manage your patients with venous disease.

The main topics covered include:
- Treatment of varicose vein
- Venous Leg Ulcers
- Pelvic Venous disease
- AI in the ultrasound diagnosis of DVT
- Research Design

Featuring experts in our field:
Dr. Robert Worthington-Kirsch • Dr. Anand Athavale • Dr. Mark Melin • Dr. Thomas O'Donnell • Dr. Mona Gupta • Dr. Mark Meissner • Dr Karem Harth • Dr. Peter Gloviczki • Dr. Kathy Gibson

Finally, the session concludes with tips on how you can get published, becomea reviewer, and volunteer to support the dissemination ofscientific knowledge.

A session packed with great topics applicable to all!
We hope to see you there!

www.avlscongress.com

08/22/2025

AVLS 2025 CONGRESS is the premier event which will bring together leaders and innovators in the field for a series of in-depth sessions, hands-on workshops, and unique networking opportunities designed to elevate your practice and spark new ideas.

Join us this October 9–10 in Washington, DC, for the 39th Annual American Venous and Lymphatic Society Congress!

www.avlscongress.org

08/21/2025

Learn all about Wound Care at 🇺🇸✨

🩺 Moderated by Dr. Mark Melin, Loan Lam and Frank Aviles

The Wound Program features amazing speakers, topics AND a hands-on workshop:

Dr. Eri Fukaya • Loan Lam • Dr. Manu Aggarwal • Frank Aviles • Heather Barnhart • Dr. Richard Simman • Dr. Mark Melin

🔍 Topics include:
Wound Care Diagnostics and Assessment
TIMERS & Wound Management
The VAIL Approach to Wound Care
Genetic and Implications for Wound Care
Closing the Gap: Venous and Wound Care
The Importance of Lymphatic Centric Wound Care
CAMPs

Join us this October 9–10 in Washington, DC, for the 39th Annual American Venous and Lymphatic Society Congress.
www.avlscongress.org

08/21/2025

Calling for Challenging and Interesting Cases!! 🇺🇸
What to stump Drs. Kathy Gibson and Mark Meissner?
Come to AVLS Congress 2025 and Bring Your Cases!

Join us this October 9–10 in Washington, DC, for the 39th Annual American Venous and Lymphatic Society Congress!

Bring your Abstracts and Most Challenging Cases and let our "Experts Tackle Your Challenging Cases!" This is your chance to pick the brains of this year's Annual Congress panel members. Abstract submissions will be reviewed and chosen cases will be presented to the panel for a lively discussion.

Take advantage of the largest vein and lymphatic conference in the U.S. and while you're there discover the wonders of our National Mall.

Over 80 of the brightest minds in vein and lymphatic medicine will present over 40 sessions on a vast array of topics including, new this year, practice management.

3 days of sessions in four rooms provides attendees to earn over 60 hours of CME credit. Click on the links below to see the schedules and speakers this year's Annual Congress has to offer.