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Application launch: January 28, 2026
Submission Deadline: March 4, 2026
The SVS and the Leadership Development Committee are pleased to offer this new advanced leadership opportunity for experienced vascular surgeons who are graduates of the SVS Leadership Development Program.
LDP Mentor Fellows receive new training in coaching and mentoring while working directly with LDP participants to support their leadership growth.
Click here for highlights and more details.Application launch: January 28, 2026
Submission Deadline: March 4, 2026
The SVS and the Leadership Development Committee are pleased to offer this new advanced leadership opportunity for experienced vascular surgeons who are graduates of the SVS Leadership Development Program.
LDP Mentor Fellows receive new training in coaching and mentoring while working directly with LDP participants to support their leadership growth.
Below are the planned activities associated with the LDP Cohort 7:
| Date | Session | Format/Location |
| June 12, 2026 from 3:00-4:30pm ET | LDP Kick-off and Orientation | In-person @ VAM26 in Boston, Mass.* *You don't have to pay VAM registration to attend this session |
| August 13, 2026 from 7-9pm CT (8-10pm ET, 5-7pm PT) | Webinar & Online Discussion | Webinar |
| September | LPI and Case Study Mentoring | 1-on-1 calls based on mentor availability |
| October 18-19, 2026 from ~8am-5pm CT each day | LDP Workshop and Graduation | 2 days, in-person at SVS headquarters in Rosemont, IL (near Chicago) |