AVF 2027 Case Competition for Trainees

DESCRIPTION: Trainees who are interested in sharing a challenging, educational or interesting (or worst!) venous case can submit a case to participate in the AVF 2027 Case Competition.

WORKSHOP FORMAT: Selected participants will give short 3–5-minute oral presentations to AVF 2027 attendees who will vote on the cases. 

AWARD: Prizes will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place.

DEADLINE: 11:59 PM EST on Friday, October 30, 2026

SUBMISSION DETAILS:

• Broad general categories suggested will include superficial venous disease, deep vein thrombosis, lymphatic disease, endovenous management, medical management, cosmetic, open surgical treatment, or other.
• 350-word or less submission with an option to include an image. 
• Case reports accepted as abstract posters or podium presentations can be submitted to the Case Competition but will only be eligible for one presentation at AVF 2027. 
• If chosen, participants will present on Sunday, February 28 at 5:00pm at AVF 2027 in Nashville.
• If chosen, participants will also have the opportunity to provide a 30-60 second video abstract in advance, which we will use to promote you on the AVF Social Media channels.

For questions, please contact AVF Program Manager Jennifer Fitzgerald at [email protected].