Welcome to the Florida Vascular Society
The Florida Vascular Society (FVS) was established in 1988 to promote the science and art of the diagnosis and management of Vascular Disease and encourage research and education in the field. The FVS Annual Scientific Sessions are designed to provide of comprehensive education to update participants on current research, techniques, and therapies pertaining to vascular disorders.
Florida Vascular Society Announces New Membership Incentive
The Florida Vascular Society (FVS) is pleased to announce a new membership incentive for first-time Active Membership applicants.
Eligible new members will receive complimentary registration to the FVS 40th Annual Scientific Sessions, taking place April 2027, in Orlando, Florida.
This initiative reflects FVS’s commitment to welcoming new members and supporting professional growth through high-quality scientific education, collaboration, and networking opportunities.
Prospective members are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this limited-time benefit.
Latest Member Newsletter
The FVS has released its latest newsletter. Be sure to check it out here: Read Spring 2025 Newsletter
Elected Officers (2026-2027)
President: Shonak Patel, MD, FACS (2026-2027)
President Elect: Inky Parrack, MD, FACS (2026-2027)
Treasurer: Sara Clark, MD, FACS (2026-2027)
Secretary: Young Erben, MD, FACS (2026-2028)
Immediate Past President: Salvatore Scali, MD, FACS (2026-2027))
Councilor (North): Robert Feezor, MD, FACS (2025-2028)
Councilor (South): Michele Taubman, MD, FACS (2025-2028)
Councilor (Southwest): Dean Arnaoutakis, MD, FACS (2024-2027)
Councilor (Central): Benjamin Jacobs, MD (2024-2027)
Councilor (Early Career): Kyle Diamond, MD (2026-2029)
2026 Scientific Session Award Winners
Congratulations to the award winners from the 2026 Florida Vascular Society Scientific Sessions:
Jose “Pepe” Alvarez, Jr., MD Resident Award: Awarded for the best overall abstract and oral presentation for clinical or experimental work performed by residents of fellows in training:
- Jayant Kumar, MD, Memorial Healthcare System
Dr. JJ Karmacharya Award: Awarded for the best abstract and oral presentation in aortic aneurysmal disease reconstruction and treatments:
- Amin Mirzaie, Medical Student, University of Florida
Mark L. Friedell, MD Award: Awarded for the best medical student abstract and oral presentation:
- Camilo Polania, Medical Student, Mayo Clinic
Jeffrey A. Hertz, MD Memorial Award: Awarded for the best case report and oral presentation:
- Diego Gamoneda, Medical Student, Memorial Healthcare System