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VISION 2025: A Resounding Success in Advancing Venous and Lymphatic Medicine
BALTIMORE, MD – January 31 to February 2, 2025
VISION 2025 successfully brought together thought leaders, healthcare professionals, and innovators in venous and lymphatic medicine for a transformative learning experience. Hosted by Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront, this premier conference provided cutting-edge clinical and non-clinical programming that achieved its goals of enhancing medical expertise, fostering collaboration, and strengthening professional networks.
The event featured engaging keynote presentations, interactive panel discussions, and hands-on learning opportunities that deepened participants' understanding of the latest advancements in vein care. Attendees gained valuable insights into innovative treatment approaches, emerging research, and best practices in patient-centered care.
Attendees were inspired by the stirring keynote remarks by CVR founder, president, and CEO Sanjiv Lakhanpal, MD, FACS:
“Our VISION 2025 theme, Rising to Every Challenge, defines us. As a Persian poem says, “Oh, my dear eagle, do not fear the stormy winds—they only come to make you rise higher. For example, during COVID, we didn’t retreat—we innovated. The key? Gratitude, optimism, hard work, and purpose. As a CVR community, we turn challenges into opportunities, and that's why I’m grateful to lead this incredible team.”
Through its dynamic programming, VISION 2025 reinforced CVR’s commitment to advancing vein care through education, research, and innovation. The conference broadened access to valuable knowledge by offering both in-person and virtual participation.
The Virtual Clinical Day enabled healthcare professionals worldwide to participate in specialized sessions, earning up to 10 CME credits. Topics included:
Participants engaged directly with expert panelists, posed real-time questions, and accessed on-demand session recordings, ensuring they continued learning beyond the conference.
In addition to showcasing leading experts in venous and lymphatic medicine, VISION 2025 honored its own with awards and recognition, including:
At CVR, “Positive Impact” is more than a concept—it is a core part of CVR culture, where even small actions can create meaningful change. In 2024, 444 Positive Impact recognitions were awarded company-wide. Three outstanding individuals were honored at VISION for being recognized four times throughout the year by exemplifying the power of everyday kindness and commitment to making a difference.
Programming concluded with the presentation of CVR’s most prestigious awards:
Dr. Lakhanpal presented the Lakhanpal Vein Foundation Sushruta Award to Kathleen Gibson, MD, a board-certified vascular surgeon recognized for her leadership in minimally invasive vascular care, clinical research, and patient-centered treatment. Named after Sushruta, the "Father of Surgery," this award honors physicians who exemplify Brilliance, Boldness, Knowledge Propagation, Collaboration, and a Holistic Approach.
Dr. Priya Thirumlai, MD, FACS, received the President’s Award for her exceptional dedication to patient care and contributions to venous medicine at CVR. As the lead physician at CVR’s Alexandria, VA, and Easton, MD, clinics, Dr. Thirumlai’s commitment to excellence was honored in an emotional tribute featuring heartfelt remarks from loved ones, culminating in a special congratulatory message from her mother in India.
medi USA, a global leader in medical compression therapy, was a proud premier sponsor of VISION 2025. Their innovative solutions set the standard in high-quality compression stockings, providing essential support for individuals with venous insufficiency, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and other circulatory conditions.
As the nation’s largest physician-led vein center, Center for Vein Restoration continues to lead the way in diagnosing and treating venous insufficiency and related conditions. CVR remains committed to delivering high-quality vein care through groundbreaking education and innovative practices.
For more information about this and future events, visit www.centerforvein.com.
Media Contact:
Vinny Mangiacopra
Director of Marketing
Center for Vein Restoration
203-650-3065
vinny.mangiacopra@centerforvein.com
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