JVS Author Spotlight - Hamouda, Malas, Lohr, & Dua
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Audible Bleeding Editor and vascular surgery fellow Richa Kalsi () is joined by James Martinson, practicing general surgeon with an interest in vascular surgery currently serving as the ship’s surgeon for the USS Harry S Truman aircraft carrier and Langford Green (), research fellow at the Center for Vascular Research at the University of Maryland currently applying to medical school, JVS editor Dr. Audra Duncan (), and JVS-VI editor Dr. Anahita Dua () to discuss two great articles in the JVS family of journals. Articles: Part 1: (Hamouda & Malas) Part 2: (Lohr & Dua) ...
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Landmark Paper Series: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
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Welcome back to the Audible Bleeding Series: Landmark Papers in Vascular Surgery. In this episode, Audible Bleeding editor John Culhane and co-host Dr. Jesse Columbo are joined by our guests, Dr. David Stone, Dr. Salvatore Scali, and Dr. Anders Wanhainen to unpack one of the longest-running debates in aortic surgery: when (and whether) to repair an abdominal aortic aneurysm. We’ll start our episode with the open-repair era and the two trials that set the basis for the 5.5 cm threshold—UKSAT and ADAM—then move into the early EVAR years with PIVOTAL and CAESAR, which asked whether fixing...
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JVS CIT Abstracts & Editorials - June 2026
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In this episode, we spotlight editorials and abstracts from the Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases, Innovations, and Techniques (). Editorials and Abstracts are read by Authors as well as members of the . Guests: Isabel Banks, MS4, SLU Hosts: John Culhane () Follow us , Learn more about us at and provide us with your feedback with our . *Gore is a financial sponsor of this podcast, which has been independently developed by the presenters and does not constitute medical advice from Gore. Always consult the...
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Holding Pressure - TransCarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR)
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CORE RESOURCES: Rutherford’s Vascular and Endovascular Therapy 10th Edition, Chapters 88, 89, 91, and 94 Atlas of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy 2nd Edition, Chapter 9 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Audible Bleeding Episodes Holding Pressure - Carotid Endarterectomy: Holding Pressure Case Prep - Endovascular Basics: Videos TCAR Technical Video: Articles Society for Vascular Surgery clinical practice guidelines for management of extracranial cerebrovascular disease: Technical aspects of transcarotid artery revascularization using the ENROUTE transcarotid...
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Landmark Paper Series: Asymptomatic Carotid Artery Stenosis
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Welcome back to the Audible Bleeding series: Landmark Papers in Vascular Surgery. In this episode, co-hosts John and Dr. Jesse Columbo are joined by our guest, Dr. Caitlin Hicks, to discuss one of the most studied—and most debated—topics in vascular surgery: asymptomatic carotid stenosis. In this episode, we'll trace that evolution through three pivotal trials: ACAS and ACST-1, which established carotid endarterectomy as the standard of care; and the newly published CREST-2, which challenges us to reconsider everything we thought we knew. Along the way, we'll explore how advances in...
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SVS Leadership and Advocacy Summit
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Audible Bleeding editors Falen Demsas, an integrated vascular surgery resident at Massachusetts General Hospital, and Sasank Kalipatnapu (@ksasank), a fifth-year general surgery resident at UMass Chan Medical School, are joined by Megan Tracci (@MeganTracci), James Black (@JamesHBlackMD), and Lauren West-Livingston (LWestLivingston) for a discussion following the inaugural SVS Leadership and Advocacy Summit. In this episode, the group reflects on the importance of surgeon advocacy, highlights key takeaways from the Summit, and discusses...
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Crossing Borders: International Fellowships in Vascular Surgery
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Audible Bleeding editor Wen () discusses international vascular surgery fellowships with Dr. Judith Lin (), Dr. Adam Johnson, and Dr. Robbie Aru (). Together, they reflect on what drove them abroad, what the experience actually looked like on the ground, and the professional, financial, and personal challenges that came with it. Whether you're a resident exploring your options or simply curious about roads less traveled in surgical training, this conversation offers a candid and practical look at what international fellowships in vascular surgery really entail. A must-listen for anyone...
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JVS CIT Editorials and Abstracts - April 2026
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In this episode, we spotlight editorials and abstracts from the Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases, Innovations, and Techniques (). Editorials and Abstracts are read by Authors as well as members of the . Guests: Isabel Banks, MS4, SLU Hosts: John Culhane () Follow us , Learn more about us at and provide us with your feedback with our . *Gore is a financial sponsor of this podcast, which has been independently developed by the presenters and does not constitute medical advice from Gore. Always consult the...
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JVS Author Spotlight - Weaver, Repella, Sridharan and Anan
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Audible Bleeding editor Wen Kawaji () is joined by integrated vascular surgery resident Falen Demsas, 5th-year general surgery resident Sasank Kalipatnapu (), JVS editor Dr. Duncan (), and JVS-VL editor Dr. Ruth Bush to discuss some of our favorite articles in the JVS family of journals. This episode hosts Dr. Weaver, student doctor Finn, Dr. Sridharan, and Dr. Anan. Articles: Show Guests Dr. Weaver: assistant professor of surgery and associate program director of the vascular surgery fellowship at the University of Utah. She is also the...
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JVS Author Spotlight - Shetty, Reitz, Alsiraj & Cassis
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Audible Bleeding Editor and vascular surgery fellow Richa Kalsi () is joined by 5th year general surgery resident Amol Kamat, JVS editor Dr. Audra Duncan (), and JVS-VS editor Dr. John Curci () to discuss two great articles in the JVS family of journals. This episode hosts medical student Neha Shetty (), Dr. Katherine Reitz (), Dr. Yasir Alsiraj, and Dr. Linda Cassis. Articles: Part 1: (Shetty & Reitz) Part 2: (Alsiraj & Cassis) Show Guests Neha Shetty is currently a medical student within the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine’s Class of 2027 Dr. Katherine...
info_outlineDr. Ezra Schwartz (@ezraschwartz10) interviews Dr. Firas Mussa and Mr. Jake Howitt to discuss the IMPROVE-AD Trial, a landmark, multi-institutional study investigating treatment strategies for uncomplicated Type B Aortic Dissection (uTBAD).
The IMPROVE-AD Trial is a multicenter randomized trial funded by the NIH/NHLBI that compares thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) plus optimal medical therapy (OMT) vs. OMT and surveillance with selective TEVAR in patients with uncomplicated TBAD. The trial aims to address critical gaps in evidence left by prior studies (INSTEAD-XL, ADSORB), with a unique focus on quality of life, cost-effectiveness, and genetic data.
Dr. Firas Mussa is a professor of Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. He previously served as the Director of the Vascular Surgery Residency and Fellowship programs at NYU Langone Health. Dr. Mussa earned his medical degree from the University of Baghdad, followed by general surgery training at Johns Hopkins University and a vascular surgery fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine. His research focuses on complex aortic pathology, and he serves as the principal investigator of the IMPROVE AD trial.
Mr. Jake Howitt is the Community Engagement Co-Chair of the IMPROVE AD trial and a leading patient advocate within the PCORI-funded Aortic Dissection Collaborative. As a survivor of aortic dissection, he is passionate about improving patient-provider communication and raising awareness of hereditary aortic disease. His work emphasizes the importance of education, empathy, and community-building in clinical research and care delivery.
Special thank you to Jacob Soucy (@JacobWSoucy).
Resources:
· Treatment of Uncomplicated Type B Aortic Dissection: Optimal Medical Therapy vs TEVAR + Optimal Medical Therapy- https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/15385744231184671?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori:rid:crossref.org&rfr_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed
· INSTEAD Trial - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19996018/
· INSTEAD-XL 5-Year Follow-Up - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23922146/
· ADSORB Trial - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24962744/
· Feasibility of a proposed randomized trial in patients with uncomplicated descending thoracic aortic dissection: Results of worldwide survey - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27823685/
· Treatment of AD: Meta-Analysis - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29066151/
· TEVAR vs Medical Therapy- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36334259/
· IMPROVE AD Trial website - https://improvead.org
· John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health - https://johnritterfoundation.org
· Think Aorta US - https://thinkaorta.us
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