Patrianef Darwis

Chair person of the Organizing Commitee

Dear Colleagues,

It is our great pleasure to welcome you in a special event of the year 2019. “The 20^th Asian Society for Vascular Surgery in conjunction with the 14^th Asian Venous Forum and the 10^th Indonesian Vascular Conference” will be held on 23^rd-26^th October 2019 in Bali Indonesia. The theme of ASVS 2019 is “Vascular Surgery as a Breakthrough”.

The ASVS 2019 programs will feature full spectrum of vascular diseases and focus in their challenges and advancements in Asia. Vascular surgery has grown vary fast in these past 27 years. We have invited highly renowned experts from many countries in Asia, Australia, and Europe to share their knowledge and to facilitate the flourish of Asia. In this annual meeting, the symposia and workshops will offer opportunities for participants and experts from worldwide to deliver cutting edge topics and to exchange precious experiences with other colleagues from various countries. The meeting is opened to all of you who are interested in vascular surgery: consultant or trainee, clinician or supporting staff, industry player or medical staff.

Above all, Bali is a land that seems to have a magnet at its very heart. It is a feeling that is difficult to understand unless experienced. Bali Island is well known as an Island of the Gods, Thousand of Temple or Heaven Island and a lot of name given by people in the world who have ever been in Bali. Its beautiful beaches, amicable people and exotic culture will indulge you and the family during your stay. We look forward to seeing you in Bali.