Frequently Asked Questions

• What do we do?

  • Primarily- hold an annual educational conference​ worth 10 CMEs.

  • We are actively trying to branch into other things, such as sharing open job opportunities, and building a stronger network across NC and surrounding areas. We are open to ideas re: new ways we can accomplish this, and how to better serve our community of vascular professionals. 

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• What is the annual conference?

  • 10 CMEs- full day Saturday + half day Sunday. Partial CME option to attend only one day.

  • Listen to interesting, engaging lectures from industry leaders.

  • Participate in panel discussions with speakers.

  • Time to visit vendors, learn more about your current equipment, or get more information about different equipment.

  • Networking! There is downtime at various points in the conference- great for catching up with old colleagues, being introduced to new peers, and picking the brains of speakers, vendors, and other attendees!

  • View our job board- post an opening for your department, or find a new opportunity!

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• Where is the conference?

  • Typically, it is held in the Raleigh/Durham area of North Carolina.​

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• When would I receive my CME certificate?

  • At the conclusion of the conference, you will receive a paper copy of your CME certificate.​

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• Who issues our CMEs?​

  • Society of Vascular Ultrasound​.

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• ​Is there an option to attend the conference virtually?

  • No, our conference is in-person only.

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• Is the NCVT only for residents of North Carolina?

  • No! We have many attendees every year who visit us from Virginia, Tennessee, and South Carolina. We are happy to have our neighbors from surrounding areas join us.​

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• Are there annual dues to become a member?

  • No- we do not have an official "membership." Our conference, and any other benefits of our organization, are open to anyone who wishes to participate. ​

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Frequently Asked Questions re: NCVT Board​​

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• Are board positions only for residents of North Carolina?

  • No! We have had board members serve from outside of North Carolina.​​​​​​​​​​

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• Are board members compensated?

  • No. Board members volunteer their time without monetary compensation.

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• What are the perks of being a board member?
  • President receives a $1000 stipend to attend the annual SVU conference (President is personally responsible for any additional costs incurred).
  • All board members:
    • FREE tuition for NCVT conference (10 free CMEs)
    • FREE two-night hotel stay for NCVT conference
    • Attend Speaker Dinner Saturday night of conference (free)​
    • Build stronger relationships within the vascular community
    • Potential to apply board position to tier requirements for career ladder
    • You get to have a say in what the conference looks like!

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• Is it difficult to be on the board?​
  • No! We have a robust community of past board members who are always willing to help when they can! Whether it's needing ideas, help finding speakers, or help with logistics- there is always someone to ask, or get support from.

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• What are the board positions and terms?

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• President-Elect​

  • Supports the president/board to help plan annual NCVT conference.

  • Contacts vendors re: exhibiting at conference

  • Total three-year term:

    • First year- President-elect

    • Second year- President

    • Third year- Past-president

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• President​

  • Secures speakers for conference

  • Organizes details of conference (catering, registration, marketing, etc.)

  • Apply for CME credits with SVU

  • Secures event space for conference

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• Past-President

  • Supports the President in their duties​

  • Non-voting board member

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• Secretary

  • Records and maintains minutes of board meetings

  • Assists in planning annual conference

  • Two-year term

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• Treasurer

  • Maintains access to bank accounts

  • Processes and remits payments as needed for organization

  • Assists in planning annual conference

  • Completes required IRS documentation

  • Two-year term

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