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EVST Mentorship Programme

Gain access to tailored mentorship opportunities designed to support your growth as a vascular specialist. Connect with experienced professionals across Europe who are committed to guiding the next generation through personalised advice, career insights, and academic development.

Supporting the next generation

The EVST Mentorship Programme is a structured, Europe-wide initiative helping young vascular professionals develop personally and professionally, through one-to-one mentorship.

Our mentors are experienced consultants dedicated to guiding, supporting, and inspiring the next generation of vascular surgeons.

By joining the programme, you’ll experience a unique chance to build meaningful mentor–mentee relationships within our vascular community.

Still unsure? Check out our Mentor–Mentee Success Stories in our socials— they’ll change your mind! 

Guidebook for the programme

Who Can Apply

Applications for the 2nd edition of the EVST Mentorship Programme are now closed. 8 new mentor–mentee pairs are planned.

All applicants have to be ESVS members (the medical student category is exempt).

Mentee

Vascular trainees and junior vascular consultants (with up to 5 years of experience).

Mentor

Vascular consultants with 5+ years of experience. Retired or senior consultants, as well as female vascular specialists, are highly encouraged to participate and share their expertise

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to common questions regarding the EVST Mentorship Programme.

For other questions, get in touch with us via email at evst@esvs.org.

FAQ

What are the application timelines?
  • The next round of applications will likely be at the end of 2026. Round two applications were from the 3rd to 30th of November 2025.
  • 23rd of December 2025: Mentee-Mentor pairs are announced.

Your name will be added to the waiting list, and we’ll reach out if a place becomes available or for the next edition.

The programme lasts 1 year, with possible extension up to 2 years.

Throughout the year, you will be having:

  • Regular monthly meetings (online or face-to-face).
  • More frequent meetings, if both mentors and mentees agree.
  • A mentee may request a change of mentor within the first 3 months, if needed.