Present at the Vascular Annual Meeting | VAM26 Submission Opportunities

Interested in presenting at VAM26?

VAM26 offers multiple opportunities for you to share your work, ideas and research — whether through education sessions, abstracts, posters or named lectures.

Explore the different pathways below to becoming a podium or poster presenter!

VAM26 Submission Calendar

Type	Submission Window
Education Sessions Education Sessions The VAM Education Sessions occur in programs of varying sizes, taking formats such as small group interactive lectures, case-based courses, hands-on, and innovative/non-didactic approaches. Topics: Clinical and Non-Clinical Formats: Interactive, case-based, didactic and hands-on Concurrent sessions held at breakfast and in the afternoons on Wed, Thr, and Fri. Who Can Submit: Open to all individuals and groups; SVS committees/volunteer groups may submit multiple proposals Note: SVS Sections Sessions and Resident and Student Session programs do not need to officially submit for their existing timeslot; please work directly with your SVS staff liaisons. If the Section or RSOC programming wishes to have additional time, please submit another proposal. Total number of sessions within VAM: 18-22 Submission window: July 16 - Aug. 20 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED	July 16 – Aug. 20 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED
Hot Topics New for VAM26: Hot Topics Topics: Hot topics in Clinical and Non-Clinical Format: Individual lectures that will be created into one session Who Can Submit: Open to all individuals and groups; SVS committees/volunteer groups may submit multiple proposals Total number of sessions within VAM: 1 Submission window: Sept. 17 - Oct. 15 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED	Sept. 17 – Oct. 15 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED
Plenary Sessions & Posters Plenary Sessions and Posters Abstracts are intended primarily for the presentation of scientific research in various topic areas. Plenary Session Topics: Clinical, Non-Clinical Science and Research Formats: Rapid Pace or Full-length Full Manuscript must be submitted to JVS Submission window: Nov. 12 - Jan. 7, 2026 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED Posters Topics: Clinical, Non-Clinical Science and Research Interactive, Competition and International Poster Competition and International Poster Competition will have an official competition time; winners move on to the Poster Championship. Submission window: Nov. 12 - Jan. 7, 2026 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED	Nov. 12 – Jan. 7, 2026 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED
Videos Videos Submit a video showcasing a novel/unique approach, or a core vascular surgical procedure Submission window: Nov. 12 - Jan. 7, 2026 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED	Nov. 12 – Jan. 7, 2026 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED
SVS-VESS Scientific Sessions SVS-VESS Scientific Sessions Topics: Clinical, Non-Clinical Science and Research Who Can Submit: The submitting author or one of the co-authors of each abstract must be a member of VESS Submission window: Nov. 12 - Jan. 7, 2026 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED	Nov. 12 – Jan. 7, 2026 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED
International Plenary/Young Surgeons Competition International Plenary Session and International Young Surgeons Competition Topics: Clinical, Non-Clinical Science and Research Submission window: Nov. 12 - Jan. 7, 2026 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED	Nov. 12 – Jan. 7, 2026 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED
Late-Breaking Abstracts Late-Breaking Abstracts Submit Now Deadline: Feb 25 \| 3:00 p.m. CST Overview The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) invites authors to submit late breaking abstracts for the 2026 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM26). This premier event in the field of vascular surgery will feature the latest advancements in vascular medicine and offer a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their innovative work. Late Breaking Abstracts are innovative and provide the latest breakthroughs in clinical science. The sessions provide exposure and recognition for studies likely to have a significant impact on clinical practice and/or to make significant advances in a scientific field. They must highlight important results obtained after the January 7th abstract submission deadline. We will not be accepting duplicate abstract submissions from the call for abstracts that took place November 2025-January 2026. Authors are encouraged to review the following guidelines to ensure their submissions meet all requirements. Abstract Submission Guidelines The Objectives/Methods/Results/Conclusions sections are limited to 400 words total. Authors are not restricted by the number of abstracts and/or videos submitted. However, no more than 15 authors per submission are allowed. Ensure all authors are included at the time of submission. You will not be able to add an author after the portal closes or acceptance. Abstract submissions must be entered in the English language. Updates and edits to submissions can be made as needed prior to the submission deadline. Titles and abstract content may not include author, institutional and/or proprietary names. Graphics No more than two images may be uploaded. Multiple panel figures are not allowed (i.e., a single figure with parts 1A, 1B, 1C). Images must be the original, unpublished property of the author(s). Written permission must be obtained from the rights-holder to reuse any copyrighted material. Resolution should be 300 DPI at 3” wide or larger. SA-CME Question Writing Requirements One question; multiple-choice format. A stem, typically clinical in nature (but non-clinical stems), may be used when appropriate to test the particular content area. One correct answer and four incorrect distracters (for a total of FIVE possible answers). You must identify the following roles during the submission process Submitting Author The author who enters the abstract information into the online system. All administrative correspondence regarding the submission will be sent to this individual. Presenting Author The author who will present the submission on-site during the session. Submitting and Presenting Author The author who will both enter the abstract information into the online system and present the material on-site during the session. Co-Author An individual who has contributed data or other information to the submission. Senior Author The author who is primarily responsible for the research. Senior Author Discussant If the author presenting the paper is a medical student or trainee, a Senior Author Discussant will be identified and present at the podium during the presentation to answer questions on the abstract. Download the Full Submission Policies and Guidelines Abstract Submission Compliance Requirements Statement Regarding Identifying Information To ensure a fair and unbiased review process, please refrain from including any identifying information in your submission. This includes, but is not limited to: Author names, affiliations, or contact information. Acknowledgments that reference specific individuals, institutions, or grants. References to your previous work that could reveal your identity (use "Author" or "this work" in place of self-citations). Submissions that include identifying information may be returned for revisions or disqualified from the review process. Use of Proprietary Drug Names Do not use proprietary drug names in your abstract body or title; use generic names instead (e.g., "Herceptin” should be written as "trastuzumab"). If the proprietary name is the only one used for the particular drug or product to which you are referring (e.g., HercepTest or CyberKnife), you may use that name; however, do not include a trademark or registration symbol. Redundant Publications or Presentation Withdrawal The work represented in the abstract must NOT have been presented nor published at any scientific meeting or journal prior to that year’s Vascular Annual Meeting. Failure to comply with the above rules will result in the abstract being rejected or later withdrawn. In addition, the penalty may include a one-year ban from presentation at the Vascular Annual Meeting, subject to the discretion of the Program Committee. It is the responsibility of the submitting author or sponsoring SVS member to consult with the Program Committee prior to submission if there is any question regarding possible redundancy of the work to be presented. Direct inquiries to vameducation@vascularsociety.org. Submit Now Questions? Contact vameducation@vascularsociety.org with questions.	Jan. 28, 2026 – Feb. 25, 2026

Invited & Named Lectures

There are annually three invited/named sessions that occur during the VAM. They include:

Crawford Forum
Greenberg Lecture
Moore Lecture
Veith Lecture

Note: The topics for the invited sessions are selected by the SVS Leadership.

Future VAM dates for planning

2027 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM27)

June 2 - 5, 2027
Scientific Plenaries: June 2 - 5
Exhibit Dates: June 3 - 4
San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, Calif.

2028 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM28)

May 31 - June 3, 2028
Scientific Plenaries: May 31 - June 3
Exhibit Dates: June 1 - 2
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor, Md.

2029 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM29)

June 13 - 16, 2029
Scientific Plenaries: June 13 - 16
Exhibit Dates: June 14 - 15
Kentucky International Convention Center, Louisville, Ky.

Present at VAM

Interested in presenting at VAM26?

VAM26 Submission Calendar

You must identify the following roles during the submission process

Invited & Named Lectures

Future VAM dates for planning

2027 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM27)

2028 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM28)

2029 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM29)

Have Questions? Send Us a Message

Don't Miss Out! Register today

Present at VAM

Interested in presenting at VAM26?

VAM26 Submission Calendar

Education Sessions

New for VAM26: Hot Topics

Plenary Sessions and Posters

Plenary Session

Posters

Videos

SVS-VESS Scientific Sessions

International Plenary Session and International Young Surgeons Competition

Late-Breaking Abstracts

Deadline: Feb 25 | 3:00 p.m. CST

Overview

Abstract Submission Guidelines

You must identify the following roles during the submission process

Abstract Submission Compliance Requirements

Statement Regarding Identifying Information

Use of Proprietary Drug Names

Redundant Publications or Presentation Withdrawal

Questions?

Invited & Named Lectures

Future VAM dates for planning

2027 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM27)

2028 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM28)

2029 Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM29)

Have Questions? Send Us a Message

Don't Miss Out! Register today

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