Dear Colleagues,

At the European Vascular Course (EVC), Vascular Team Training is the central theme of our 2026 course in Maastricht, taking place 8-10 March 2026. EVC has long delivered high-quality vascular training based on the combination of scientific lectures, case discussions and over 200 hands-on workshops. In 2026, we explicitly broaden this scope to the entire vascular team, including trainees and trainers, operating room nurses, vascular and physician assistants, and dialysis access nurses: because optimal vascular care is delivered by well-trained teams.

• A dedicated Vascular Team Training Day on Monday, specifically designed for operating and vascular specialist nurses and physician assistants
• All scientific sessions will open with a joint case presentation by a trainee and trainer, reinforcing mentorship and shared decision-making
• Continued emphasis on hands-on training, case-based learning, and team interaction

To actively support departmental training and knowledge transfer:

Bring two trainees to EVC, and obtain a grant for your own free registration as trainer.

This initiative encourages learning together, strengthens follow-up discussions, and maximises educational impact.

More information at: Trainer & Trainee grant

We look forward to welcoming vascular interested professionals from across Europe to Maastricht for an inclusive, collaborative, and high-impact educational experience.

Warm regards,
Barend Mees, Marie Josee van Rijn, Çağdaş Ünlü
on behalf of the EVC Team