Congresses and Conferences

February 15-16, 2025, Online
The 16th Angio Update will take place on February 14 and 15, 2025 and will present the most important innovations in angiology from a year of clinical research. A team of proven experts will select, present and comment on the most important published results of clinical studies from the previous year in the field of angiology. The studies presented are evaluated in particular with regard to the consequences for everyday practice and clinical practice. The SSA is once again taking over the chairmanship.
Cardiology Review Course Zurich 2025
March 20, 2025, Zurich Airport
The HerzGefässStiftung Zürich is once again holding a cardiology review course in spring, which is aimed at doctors specializing in general internal medicine, cardiology, endocrinology, diabetology and angiology, and has been accredited by the SSA with 6 credits.
Symposium of the 1st Jurassian Angiology Day
March 27, 2025, Clinique La Vallée, Delémont
On Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM, at Clinique La Vallée in Delémont, leading experts will discuss key topics in angiology, including peripheral artery disease, venous insufficiency, edema management, and wound care. The SSA has accredited the event with 4 credits.
Annual congress of the European Society of Vascular Medicine (ESVM)
April 3-5, 2025 Bergamo, Italy
ESVM 2025 aims to provide again a platform for the exchange of cutting-edge insights and discoveries in vascular medicine, offering a unique opportunity to
delve into the latest advancements and trends. Renowned experts in the field will share their knowledge and expertise through captivating talks, fostering an environment of intellectual stimulation and professional growth.
April 4-5, 2025, Zurich
During the CBL Seminar in Zurich, you will be taken on an intensive expert interaction journey through treatment concept of defined locations of the organ Aorta by addressing both open surgery and endovascular therapy. The Seminar was accredited by SSA with 15 Credits.
April 29, 2025, KKL Luzern
The aim of this event, which is being held for the 19th time, is to provide practice-oriented and interactive training on the topic of interprofessional wound management. Wound treatment has undergone major developments in recent years. As part of the 19th Lucerne Wound Day, we would once again like to present individual aspects of modern wound treatment and new materials as well as highlight new methods. The Lucerne Wound Day is accredited with 6 SSA credits.
May 9, 2025, Sargans
The Angiology Day adds value to the annual union meeting by offering an innovative new format. Engage in direct discussions with renowned speakers and colleagues on current guidelines, ask critical questions about practical applications, and participate in shaping your daily work. The goal of Angiology Day 2025 is to enrich your daily practice in angiology and provide new perspectives on political and economic challenges, such as tariffs, certifications, and the future of the field. The Angiology Day 2025 is approved with 7 SSA credits.
Workshop – Endovascular Therapy of peripheral arterial disease
June 4-5, 2025, Lucerne
This workshop is aimed at angiologists and other vascucular specialists who are at the beginning of their interventional training. Accompanied by a theoretical part, the focus is on working together on simulators and in the catheter laboratory. The workshop is accredited with 12 credits by the SSA.
September 13, 2025, Zurich
The seventh Swiss Lymph Symposium is dedicated to the topic of breast cancer and secondary arm lymphoedema: This includes current findings from research and practice, standards in medicine and therapy for breast cancer as well as the early detection and diagnosis of arm lymphoedema and its patient-specific therapy options - both conservative and surgical. The event was recognized with 6 SSA credits.
Trinational Conference | Union Conference 2025
October 22-25, 2025, KKL Lucerne
The joint congress of the German-speaking Societies for Vascular Surgery and the Union of Swiss Societies for Vascular Diseases will focus on the importance of vascular diseases, their impact on patients' quality of life and the associated burden on healthcare systems. Advances in the various medical disciplines, medical technology and pharmaceuticals are opening up various treatment options - from lifestyle changes to complex interventions and operations. The international, interdisciplinary and interprofessional congress provides an ideal platform for discussing advances in vascular medicine, forming networks between service providers and developing strategies for overcoming new challenges. The congress is recognized by the SSA with 24 credits.
Ongoing National Education Programs
Vascular Medicine Update at USZ
January 1, until December 31, 2025, Online via Teams
Join the annual training program of the Department of Angiology at the USZ. The advanced training in vascular medicine with national and international experts takes place every Mondays 17.30-18.30 online via TEAMS (lecture will be recorded). The lectures are in English, if not otherwise specified. Each lecture will count for one CME point from SSA.
Grand Rounds in Cardiovascular Medicine
January 1, until December 31, 2025, Bern Inselspital Online
The Grand Rounds in Cardiovascular Medicine are offered by the University Clinic for Cardiology at Inselspital Bern as a year-round continuing education program. This university continuing education program takes place every Thursday at 7.45 - 8.30 a.m. online via Zoom. The courses are accredited with 1 credit each by the SSA.
Further national and international congresses
Orthotopic Aortic Repair Of Native And Prosthetic Aortic Infection Using Bovine Pericardium
Online-Course 2024
Explore the dynamic area of aortic infections and graft treatments, highlighting the innovative use of bovine pericardial patches in constructing tube grafts for aortic replacement in infections. The Course is accredited by the SSA with 1 Credit.