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About Us About UsHistory of the SVTThe SVT was established in March 1992. The main goal was to promote education, training and research in the field of vascular science. In doing this, the society developed national standardised professional training and an Accreditation scheme. The Accreditation certification provides employers and patients with the confidence that the individual has reached and maintains the national standards set for vascular ultrasound investigations. The SVT were one of the parent bodies of the Consortium for Accreditation of Sonographic Education (CASE) in 1993. Since 1993, the SVT has produced a quarterly newsletter for its members, with topical articles and updates on professional issues. The SVT also hosts four study days per year, as well as the Annual General Meeting. The society has also recently become involved in hosting joint study days with the Venous Forum and BMUS. The SVT also has close links with the Circulation Foundation, who offer a sponsored research grant to an SVT member every year. The SVT became a registered charity in 2000. ConstitutionThe SVT has a clear constitution and practices openness and transparency. Amendments to the constitution require not less than two-thirds of the members’ agreement by a postal vote. A copy of the constitution can downloaded here. SVT have a comprehensive Code of Professional Conduct which includes individual accountability and a fitness to practice policy, and a disciplinary procedure is written into the Constitution. CommitteesThe SVT has three main committees that organise Society business: the Executive Committee, the Education Committee and the Professional Standards Committee. The SVT Executive Committee is responsible for overseeing the work of the sub-committees and making decisions about the ongoing projects the Society is involved in. It holds four meetings a year. The executive committee work with external bodies on national projects including; Department of Health, VS, BMUS, IPEM, Institute of Physiological Sciences (IPS), Federation for Healthcare Scientists (FHCS), CF and Society of Radiographers (SoR). Officers of the Executive Committee are as follows:
The SVT Education Committee’s primary responsibility is the Accreditation of Clinical Vascular Scientists. This involves supporting trainees, organising training courses and revision days, preparing the theory exams, organising the practical assessments and monitoring CPD. Current officers of the Education committee are as follows:
The Professional Standards Committee looks at matters relating to professional and scientific aspects of Vascular Science. This includes writing example guidelines and protocols for running a vascular ultrasound service, liaising with other parties with common interests such as NICE, AAA Screening Programme, College of Radiographers, etc. The committee also keeps in close touch with the Department of Health in matters relating to the profession, for example, relating to standards and quality issues. The Chairman of the Professional Standards Committee is Georgina Fenwick. Other officers of the Professional Standards Committee are: Theresa Fail, Abigail Thrush, Jacqui George , Mark Black and Mel Williams You can find out more information about what each role on the committee comprises by clicking here.
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