Abstracts

2026 Florida Vascular Society Scientific Sessions

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The Florida Vascular Society is accepting abstracts for the 2026 Scientific Sessions. Abstract submission carries with it the eligibility to receive the Jose “Pepe” Alvarez, Jr., MD Resident Award, the Dr. JJ Karmacharya Award, the Mark L. Friedell, MD Award and/or the Dr. Jeffrey A. Hertz Award in addition to oral presentation opportunities.

Abstract Submission Window: September 23-October 31, 2025

Eligibility: Abstracts may be submitted by individuals at any stage of practice, with award eligibility provided below. All current surgery residents, vascular fellows, and medical school students in the state of Florida are encouraged to submit an abstract for available awards and oral presentation opportunities. Non-member authors must list the name of a member sponsor.

Topics:
All vascular related topics submitted will be considered by the FVS program committee for acceptance. Topics related to the following areas will be given the highest consideration for acceptance in the James E. Seeger, MD Symposium, Luncheon Session, and Topic Related Scientific Sessions:

  • Vascular Medicine
  • Lower Extremity Revascularization
  • Vascular Trauma
  • Carotid Dissection Aneurysms
  • Dialysis Access

Abstract Format:
Abstracts must be submitted with the following sections (1) Introduction/Objectives, (2) Methods, (3) Results, and (4) Conclusion using the FVS Online Abstract Submission tool. To ensure a “blind” review, no reference should be made on or in the abstract to the names or institutions of the authors.

Attachments:
You must submit the following attachments with your abstract:

  • Abstract
  • Current CV
  • American College of Surgeons Disclosure Form (available in the submission portal)

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About the Awards

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. Awardee receives $1,000 and will be considered for publication in the Annals of Vascular Surgery. This award is sponsored by the Florida Vascular Foundation.

  • 2025 Jose “Pepe” Alvarez, Jr., MD Resident Award Winner: 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. Awardee receives $1,000 and will be considered for publication in the Annals of Vascular Surgery. This award is sponsored by the Florida Vascular Foundation.

  • 2025 Dr. JJ Karmacharya Award Winner: Yaman Alsabbagh, MD, Mayo Clinic

Mark L. Friedell, MD Award: Awarded for the Best Medical Student Abstract and Oral Presentation. Awardee receives $500.00 and will be considered for publication in the Annals of Vascular Surgery.

  • 2025 Mark L. Friedell, MD Award Winner: Xindi Chen, Medical Student, Mayo Clinic

Dr. Jeffrey A. Hertz Memorial Award for Best Case Report: Awardee receives $500.00 and will be considered for publication in the Annals of Vascular Surgery.

  • 2025 Dr. Jeffrey A. Hertz Memorial Award for Best Case Report Winner: Christopher Montoya, MD, University of Miami

Contact the FVS

Please contact any abstracts and manuscript questions to abstracts@fvs.org.