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Monday, March 2, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:20 AM
MST
Sponsored Breakfast Symposia
7:30 AM - 8:20 AM
MST
Sponsored Breakfast Symposia
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
MST
Late Breaking Trials and Emerging Technology
Moderator:
Steven Abramowitz, MD
– MedStar Health
Moderator:
Manj Gohel, MD
– Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
MST
Late Breaking Trials and Emerging Technology
Moderator:
Steven Abramowitz, MD
– MedStar Health
Moderator:
Manj Gohel, MD
– Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
8:30 AM - 8:38 AM
MST
Translating Preclinical Evidence into Clinical Practice: The New Recana System for Venous In‑Stent Restenosis
Abstract Podium Presenter:
William A. Marston, MD
– University of North Carolina School of Medicine
8:38 AM - 8:45 AM
MST
Novel Color Accuracy Score for Venous Leg Ulcers
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Alisha Oropallo, MD FACS, FSVS, FABWMS
– Northwell Health
8:45 AM - 8:53 AM
MST
Results of the GORE® VIABAHN® FORTEGRA Venous Stent Clinical Trial for the Treatment of Symptomatic Inferior Vena Cava Obstruction with or without Combined Iliofemoral Obstruction.
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Stephen Black, MD, MBBCh
– Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital
8:53 AM - 9:00 AM
MST
Novel Approaches to Access Collecting Lymphatic Vessels Beneath Dermal Backflow: Photoacoustic Imaging and Lymphatic Wire Techniques
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Yushi Suzuki, MD, PhD
– Keio University School of Medicine
9:00 AM - 9:07 AM
MST
Advancing Vascular Intervention: The Liberant™ Thrombectomy System
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Misaki Kiguchi, MD
– MedStar Washington Hospital Center
9:07 AM - 9:15 AM
MST
Randomized Controlled, Single-Blind, Parallel-Group Trial of Ovarian and Pelvic Vein Embolization in Women With Chronic Pelvic Pain and Pelvic Varices (EMBOLIZE Trial)
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Gloria Salazar, MD
– UNC Chapel Hill
9:15 AM - 9:22 AM
MST
Retrospective Review of 5318 Patients with Chronic Lower Extremity Wounds Treated with Intermittent Topical Oxygen Therapy
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Joann Lohr, MD
– William Jennings Bryan Dorn Veterans Association
9:22 AM - 9:29 AM
MST
Novel T-stent solution: emerging study for nutcracker syndrome
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Philippe H. Nicolini, MD
– Clinique du Parc
9:29 AM - 9:37 AM
MST
Study Design and Rationale of BOLT: A Prospective, Multicenter Study of Patients with Deep Vein Thrombosis to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of the Indigo Aspiration System
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Patrick Muck, MD
– TriHealth - Good Samaritan Hospital
9:37 AM - 9:45 AM
MST
Clearing the Way: A Prospective Multicenter Study of Mechanical Thrombectomy for Proximal DVT
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Misaki Kiguchi, MD
– MedStar Washington Hospital Center
9:45 AM - 9:53 AM
MST
DEFIANCE: A randomized controlled trial of mechanical thrombectomy versus anticoagulation alone for iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Stephen Black, MD, MBBCh
– Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital
9:53 AM - 10:00 AM
MST
Novel device for percutaneous selective closure of superficial veins: first in human experience
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Steve Elias, MD
– Englewood Hospital
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
MST
Exhibit Hall Break
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
MST
Exhibit Hall Break
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
MST
Poster Presentations and Judging
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
MST
Poster Presentations and Judging
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
MST
Villavicencio Session
Moderator:
Steve Elias, MD
– Englewood Hospital
Moderator:
Rashad A. Bishara, MD RPVI MS FRCS
– Organization for Teaching Hospitals of Egypt
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
MST
Villavicencio Session
Moderator:
Steve Elias, MD
– Englewood Hospital
Moderator:
Rashad A. Bishara, MD RPVI MS FRCS
– Organization for Teaching Hospitals of Egypt
10:30 AM - 10:35 AM
MST
Does Junctional Reflux Impact The Effectiveness Of Endovenous Ablation In Patients With Isolated Insufficiency Of The Great Saphenous Vein
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Chandu Vemuri, MD
– University of Michigan
10:35 AM - 10:40 AM
MST
Discussion
Discussant:
Paola Ortiz, MD
– Uruguay Vein Center/Hospital Pasteur Vascular Surgery/Phlebology Departmenr
10:40 AM - 10:45 AM
MST
“Chasing Inflow:” When Does Deep Venous Recanalization Go Too Far?
Speaker:
Jose Almeida, MD
– University of Miami Department of Surgery
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
MST
Discussion Panel
Panelist:
Karem Harth, MD
– University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Panelist:
Cees H.A Wittens, MD, PhD
– Benelux Society of Phlebology
Panelist:
Patrick Muck, MD
– TriHealth - Good Samaritan Hospital
11:00 AM - 11:05 AM
MST
Comparison of Thermal and Non-Thermal Ablation for the Treatment of Venous Leg Ulcers
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Nicholas Wells, MA
– Yale School of Medicine
11:05 AM - 11:10 AM
MST
Discussion
Discussant:
William A. Marston, MD
– University of North Carolina School of Medicine
11:10 AM - 11:15 AM
MST
Many Problems, Many Solutions: What To Treat And When
Speaker:
Stephen Black, MD, MBBCh
– Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
MST
Discussion Panel
Panelist:
Mark D. Iafrati, MD
Panelist:
Suat Doganci, MD
– University of Health Sciences, Gulhane Training and Research Hospital
Panelist:
Manj Gohel, MD
– Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
11:30 AM - 11:35 AM
MST
High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) For Venous Insufficiency: Final Results From the US Multicenter Trial
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Steve Elias, MD
– Englewood Hospital
11:35 AM - 11:40 AM
MST
Discussion
Discussant:
Kathleen D. Gibson, MD
– Lake Washington Vascular Associates
11:40 AM - 11:45 AM
MST
A Case That NEVER Went Right
Speaker:
Mark H. Meissner, MD
– University of Washington School of Medicine
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
MST
Discussion Panel
Panelist:
Misaki Kiguchi, MD
– MedStar Washington Hospital Center
Panelist:
Robert R. Attaran, M.D
– Yale School of Medicine, Yale University
Panelist:
Tomasz Urbanek, MD, PhD, Profesor
– Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
MST
Sponsored Lunch Symposia
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
MST
Sponsored Lunch Symposia
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
MST
Venous CommUNITY Committee Session: Opportunities in Venous Research and Delivery of Venous Care
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
MST
Venous CommUNITY Committee Session: Opportunities in Venous Research and Delivery of Venous Care
1:30 PM - 1:31 PM
MST
Introduction to Part I: Research vs Real World Populations
Speaker:
Karem Harth, MD
– University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
1:31 PM - 1:41 PM
MST
Panel Discussion
Moderator:
Ulka Sachdev-Ost, MD
– University of South Florida
Panelist:
Dejah R. Judelson, MD
– UMass Chan School of Medicine
Panelist:
Jessica Bowie, MBChB, BSc
– Imperial College London
Panelist:
Peter J. Pappas, MD
– Center for Vein Restoration and Center for Vascular Medicine
Panelist:
Luis Suarez, MD
– Massachusetts General Hospital
Panelist:
Gloria Salazar, MD
– UNC Chapel Hill
1:41 PM - 1:44 PM
MST
Open discussion
1:44 PM - 1:45 PM
MST
Introduction to Part II: Bridging the Rural and Urban Gap
Speaker:
Karem Harth, MD
– University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
1:45 PM - 1:55 PM
MST
Panel discussion
Moderator:
Misaki Kiguchi, MD
– MedStar Washington Hospital Center
Panelist:
Anil P. Hingorani, MD
– NYU Langone Brooklyn
Panelist:
Joseph P. Hart, MD
– Medical College of Wisconsin
Panelist:
Robert McLafferty, MD, MBA
– Oregon Health & Science University
Panelist:
Kathleen Ozsvath, MD
– St. Peters Health Partners
Panelist:
Vashisht Madabhushi, MD, MPH
– Indiana University, School of Medicine
1:55 PM - 1:58 PM
MST
Open discussion
1:58 PM - 2:00 PM
MST
Closing remarks
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MST
Scientific Session: Lymphedema
Moderator:
Takaya Murayama, MD,PhD
– Medical Corporation Keihakukai
Moderator:
Mark H. Meissner, MD
– University of Washington School of Medicine
Moderator:
Anil P. Hingorani, MD
– NYU Langone Brooklyn
General Session
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MST
Scientific Session: Lymphedema
Moderator:
Takaya Murayama, MD,PhD
– Medical Corporation Keihakukai
Moderator:
Mark H. Meissner, MD
– University of Washington School of Medicine
Moderator:
Anil P. Hingorani, MD
– NYU Langone Brooklyn
General Session
2:00 PM - 2:08 PM
MST
Outcomes for Phlebolymphededema and Non-Venous Etiologies of Secondary Lower Extremity Lymphedema: A Longitudinal Evaluation of Health-Related Quality of Life and Clinical Results.
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Frank T. Padberg, Jr., MD
– Rutgers, New Jersey Medical School
General Session
2:08 PM - 2:16 PM
MST
Treatment Outcomes of Lymphatico-Venous Anastomosis for Lower Extremity Lymphoedema with Prevention of Venous Reflux
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Shinsuke Akita, MD, PhD
– Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery, Chiba University
General Session
2:16 PM - 2:24 PM
MST
Modified Brorson Liposuction Method for Upper and Lower Limb Lymphedema: A Structured Treatment Algorithm
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Marek A. Paul, MD, PhD, Full Professor
– Maria Sklodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology (MSCNRIO)
General Session
2:24 PM - 2:32 PM
MST
Observation of Bidirectional Lymph Flow Dynamics at the Dermal Backflow Areas in Lymphedema Using Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound.
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Takahiro Hirayama, MD
– Jichi Medical University Saitama Medical Center.
General Session
2:32 PM - 2:40 PM
MST
Segmental Pathophysiology from Magnetic Resonance Lymphography as the Basis for Lymphaticovenular Anastomosis Indication and Targeting
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Fumio Onishi, MD, PhD
– Department of Plastic Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Saitama Medical University
General Session
2:40 PM - 2:50 PM
MST
Photoacoustic imaging for lymphedema surgery
Speaker:
Yushi Suzuki, MD, PhD
– Keio University School of Medicine
General Session
2:50 PM - 3:00 PM
MST
Is Lymphoscintigraphy Required To Make The Diagnosis Of Lymphedema?
Speaker:
Peter Gloviczki, MD, PhD
– Mayo Clinic, Rochester MN
General Session
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
MST
Exhibit Hall Break
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
MST
Exhibit Hall Break
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
MST
Poster Presentations and Judging
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
MST
Poster Presentations and Judging
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
MST
Sumner Session
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
MST
Sumner Session
3:30 PM - 3:35 PM
MST
Overview of AVF's Scientific Efforts
Chair:
Mark D. Iafrati, MD
3:35 PM - 3:40 PM
MST
AVF Research Updates: Jury 2
Speaker:
Brajesh K. Lal, MD
– University of Maryland
3:40 PM - 3:45 PM
MST
AVF Research Updates: Jury 3 plan
Speaker:
Glenn Jacobowitz, MD
– Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Health
3:45 PM - 3:50 PM
MST
AVF Research Updates: Antithrombotic Use Survey
Speaker:
Eri Fukaya, MD, PhD
– Division of Vascular Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine
3:50 PM - 3:55 PM
MST
AVF Research Updates: AVF Support of clinical trials
Speaker:
Brajesh K. Lal, MD
– University of Maryland
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM
MST
AVF Research Updates: Discussion panel
Moderator:
Chandu Vemuri, MD
– University of Michigan
Moderator:
Eri Fukaya, MD, PhD
– Division of Vascular Surgery, Stanford University School of Medicine
4:00 PM - 4:08 PM
MST
AVF Guidelines Updates: Venous Leg Ulcer
Speaker:
Alisha Oropallo, MD FACS, FSVS, FABWMS
– Northwell Health
4:08 PM - 4:16 PM
MST
AVF Guidelines Updates: Lymphedema
Speaker:
Thomas F. O'Donnell, Jr., MD
– Tufts Medical Center, Tufts University School of Medicine
4:16 PM - 4:22 PM
MST
AVF Guidelines Updates: Upper Extremity DVT
Speaker:
Rafael Demarchi Malgor, MD, MBA
– The University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Center
4:22 PM - 4:30 PM
MST
AVF Guidelines Updates: Discussion Panel
Moderator:
Alisha Oropallo, MD FACS, FSVS, FABWMS
– Northwell Health
Moderator:
Ruth Bush, MD, JD, MPH
– John Sealy School of Medicine, UTMB Galveston, Texas
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
MST
Scientific Session: Superficial II
Moderator:
Ulka Sachdev-Ost, MD
– University of South Florida
Moderator:
Christine Shokrzadeh, MD
– University of Texas Medical Branch
Moderator:
Kathleen D. Gibson, MD
– Lake Washington Vascular Associates
General Session
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
MST
Scientific Session: Superficial II
Moderator:
Ulka Sachdev-Ost, MD
– University of South Florida
Moderator:
Christine Shokrzadeh, MD
– University of Texas Medical Branch
Moderator:
Kathleen D. Gibson, MD
– Lake Washington Vascular Associates
General Session
4:30 PM - 4:36 PM
MST
Living Network Meta‑Analysis of Non‑compounded Polidocanol 1% Endovenous Microfoam (Varithena™) Versus Endovenous Thermal Ablation
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Lowell S. Kabnick, MD
– Vein and Lymphatic University
General Session
4:36 PM - 4:42 PM
MST
Effect of concomitant Phlebectomy Extent on Outcomes in C2 Disease: A Propensity Score Matching Study
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Kilsoo Yie, MD PhD
– Jeju Soo Cardiovascular and Varicose Vein Clinic
General Session
4:42 PM - 4:48 PM
MST
Percutaneous Laser Ablation of Tributary Varicose Veins Using a Radial 2-Ring Slim Fiber: A Minimally Invasive Alternative to Stab Avulsion from a Japanese Single-Center Experience
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Junichi Utoh, MD, PhD
– Kumamoto Vascular Clinic
General Session
4:48 PM - 4:54 PM
MST
Postoperative Outcomes of a Patient-Driven Strategy for Compression Stocking Use After Endovenous Thermal Ablation: A Prospective Observational Study
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Kilsoo Yie, MD PhD
– Jeju Soo Cardiovascular and Varicose Vein Clinic
General Session
4:54 PM - 5:00 PM
MST
Total Endovenous Laser Ablation With 1940-nm Laser Versus 1470-nm Laser: Superior Closure of Truncal Veins and Varicose Tributaries
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Jan Szczepański, MD
– Melius Clinic & Department of General Surgery and Vascular Surgery, Hospital ESKULAP
General Session
5:00 PM - 5:06 PM
MST
Complications in Thermal Ablation Therapies with diseased iliac veins
Abstract Podium Presenter:
Olga Bakayev, MD
– Lenox Hill Hospital
General Session
5:06 PM - 5:15 PM
MST
Algorithm for diagnosis and treatment of labial varicosities
Speaker:
Aleksandra Jaworucka-Kaczorowska, MD, PhD
– Center of Phlebology and Aesthetic Medicine
General Session
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
MST
Doctor's Lounge: 28-year-old female with vulvar varicosities increasing in size after 2 deliveries.
Moderator:
Steve Elias, MD
– Englewood Hospital
Speaker:
Steve Elias, MD
– Englewood Hospital
Panelist:
Mark H. Meissner, MD
– University of Washington School of Medicine
Panelist:
Gloria Salazar, MD
– UNC Chapel Hill
Panelist:
Julianne Stoughton, MD
– Mass General Vascular Center: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
MST
Doctor's Lounge: 28-year-old female with vulvar varicosities increasing in size after 2 deliveries.
Moderator:
Steve Elias, MD
– Englewood Hospital
Speaker:
Steve Elias, MD
– Englewood Hospital
Panelist:
Mark H. Meissner, MD
– University of Washington School of Medicine
Panelist:
Gloria Salazar, MD
– UNC Chapel Hill
Panelist:
Julianne Stoughton, MD
– Mass General Vascular Center: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
MST
Welcome Reception
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
MST
Welcome Reception