Certification: Primary Certification in Vascular Surgery
142 E. Ontario St. Chicago, IL 60611-2864
Vascular surgery encompasses the diagnosis and management of disorders of the arterial, venous and lymphatic systems, exclusive of the intracranial vessels and the heart. In addition to experience with dissection and control of blood vessels expected of general surgery trainees, diplomates in vascular surgery, by virtue of additional training, should have significant experience with all aspects of treating patients with all types of vascular disease, including diagnosis, medical treatment, and reconstructive vascular surgical and endovascular techniques. Specialists in vascular surgery should possess the advanced knowledge and skills to provide comprehensive care to patients with vascular disease, understand the needs of these patients, teach this information to others, provide leadership within their organizations, conduct or participate in research in vascular disorders, and demonstrate self-assessment of their outcomes.
- More than two years of education or training after high school required?
- Yes
- More than two years of work experience required?
- Yes
- Oral or Written Exam Required?
- Yes
- Renewal Required?
- Every 10 Year(s)
- Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
- Yes
- Renew through Re-Examination?
- Yes
- Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
- No
Specialty
The certification corresponds to a specialty within a recognized occupation. For example, Oncology Nurse and Pediatric Nurse are specialties within the nursing field, so Certified Oncology Nurse and Certified Pediatric Nurse would be classified as specialty certifications.
- This certification is related to military occupational specialties.