ESVS Academy

In collaboration with: Zuyderland Medical Center, Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Heerlen, the Netherlands Unfortunately, due to low take-up, this course has been cancelled.  This comprehensive workshop is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their experience in using vascular closure devices (VCDs). We will discuss the fundamental principles of vascular access, explore the evolution of VCDs, and gain practical skills through hands-on training. The workshop will cover four types of VCDs, offering a nuanced understanding of their applications and limitations. Participants will learn how to assess patients for VCD suitability, ensuring safe and effective use in various clinical scenarios. Through interactive sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to practise deploying different VCDs on wet-models, simulating real-world procedures. We will show how the different VCDs work on live cases. The workshop will also address complications associated with VCDs and provide strategies for their prevention and management. By the end of the workshop, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to confidently and proficiently incorporate vascular closure devices into their clinical practice, contributing to improved patient outcomes and procedural efficiency. Join the faculty team: Dr. Ozan Yazar, MD, Phd, course tutor, Zuyderland Medical Center Prof. Dr. Lee […]

In collaboration with: LMU Department of Vascular Surgery, Munich, Germany You will be in the capable hands of: Nikolaos Tsilimparis, Prof HOD Vascular Surgery LMU Munich Giovanni Pratesi, Prof HOD Vascular Surgery University of Genoa Jan Stana, OA Vascular Surgery LMU Munich Carlota Fernandez, PhD Vascular Surgery Uppsala University Objective: Join us for a focused two-day ESVS aortic workshop dedicated to advanced endovascular treatment strategies for complex thoracoabdominal and abdominal aortic disease. This highly interactive course will guide participants through pre-operative planning and sizing, with hands-on training using two different industry endovascular materials (email info@esvs.org to find out who). The programme includes live cases from the operating theatre, giving participants real-time exposure to clinical decision-making and procedural techniques. Led by an experienced international faculty, the workshop offers a unique opportunity to deepen practical skills and engage in case-based discussions with leading experts in the field. Ideal for vascular surgeons and interventional specialists seeking to enhance their expertise in complex aortic repair, this workshop promises a dynamic and immersive learning experience. By the end of the workshop, participants will have: Strengthened their understanding of current endovascular strategies for complex thoracoabdominal and abdominal aortic aneurysms Gained practical experience in planning and sizing using […]

ENHANCE PAD - A Certifying Workshop in Basic Endovascular Techniques and Treatment of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) A collaboration:  Esvs and copeNHAgeN CErtification programme (ENHANCE ) is a a collaborative initiative between the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS), the Copenhagen Academy of Medical Education and Simulation (CAMES), and the Department of Vascular Surgery at the University Hospital Copenhagen-Rigshospitalet. In the ENHANCE programme, acquired skills and knowledge will be certified based on validated assessment methods. Data will be collected throughout the ENHANCE programme to support ongoing research and drive continuous improvement. The ENHANCE programme is non-profit and non-sponsored. Please note that due to low take-up, this workshop is being postponed to 2026.  Join: Michael Strøm Consultant, PhD, Jonas, Eiberg, Professor, co-convenor, Dept. Vasc. Surg Rigshospitalet Kim, Bredahl, MD PhD, co-onvenor, Dept. Vasc. Surg Rigshospitalet Programme description: ENHANCE PAD will build a strong foundation for continued clinical training in endovascular treatment of PAD. This course is run by a highly experienced team of convenors and supervisors dedicated to educating and effectively treating PAD. The trainee-to-trainer ratio is 2:1, ensuring intensive learning and feedback. The course combines e-learning with hands-on technical simulation training and personalized feedback to enhance learning outcomes. Simulation-Based Training: The course is structured as […]

The ESVS Academy is excited to collaborate with The Thin Line Academy again to bring you our second course on cadavers! Course confirmed! Please go ahead and book your travel and accommodation. You will be taught by: Luca Garriboli, M.D., Chief of Vascolar and Endovascular Unit, IRCCS SacroCuore Don Calabria-Negrar di Valpolicella, Verona, Italy Prof. Michele Antonello Director Residency Program in Vascular Surgery Università degli Studi di Padova, Italy Dr. Giambattista Parlani, M.D. Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Santa Maria Misericordia Hospital Perugia, Italy. Dr. Gioele Simonte, M.D. Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Santa Maria Misericordia Hospital, Perugia, Italy. Prof. Maarit Venermo, M.D. Helsinki University Hospital, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. Dr. Lorenzo Patrone, M.D. Vascular and Endovascular Surgery San Giovanni di Dio, Firenze, Italy. Objective: Today, many strategies, techniques and technologies are available for avoiding limb amputation. This course aims to acquire a deep knowledge of the wide range of available tools and increase skills to treat patients with peripheral arterial diseases (PAD). For this purpose, traditional educational methods will be combined with hands-on training using a human corpse. Endovascular and surgical instrumentation as well as modern facilities for fluoroscopy and ultrasound allow for a perfect simulation of our daily operative environment. Experts […]