Membership in SCVP
The Society for Cardiovascular Pathology is an incorporated organization devoted to advancement of understanding, diagnosis, and ultimate prevention or treatment of cardiovascular disorders. First organized in 1985 and incorporated in 1986, the Society now includes nearly 200 active members representing a wide range of biomedical research and discovery interests in cardiovascular health and disease. Scholarly activity of members and non-members may be published in the Society’s official journal Cardiovascular Pathology, published bi-monthly by Elsevier.
Why should I join?
The SCVP is the pre-eminent international society for the the study of cardiovascular pathology. Our members span the gamut of pathologists, clinicians, research scientists, administrators and veterinarians. The SCVP is a international society with members from throughout North America, South America, Asia, and Europe.
Benefits of membership
- Cardiovascular Pathology Journal
- Yearly companion meeting at the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP) Meeting
- Yearly awards banquet
- Mentorship program
- Exclusive member-only seminar series
- Ability to interact with the leaders of the cardiovascular pathology field
- Exclusive savings on cardiovascular textbooks
Who do I contact?
If you have questions about becoming a member please reach out to our Membership Chair, Mathieu Castonguay or the SCVP Webmaster. Our membership committee will guide you through the process.
Do you have reduced membership fees for individuals in resource limited settings?
If you live in one of the countries listed in the World Bank as a non High-income economy ($13,846 or more), and you are a new member, you can qualify for a resource limited membership fee of $65 for a regular member or $35 for a trainee. This membership will provide full membership in the SCVP, but will come with an electronic-only version of our Cardiovascular Pathology journal. If you wish to receive the printed version of the journal, you will need to provide the full membership fee.
How do I pay my annual dues?
There are four ways of paying the annual dues. The first is to download, print, and mail the attached dues file to Dr. Silvio Litovsky, SCVP Treasurer.
A second option is to use our electronic PayPal option below. You may choose to make a credit card or bank draft payment using the online secure PayPal process. This is the preferred payment option for non-U.S. members, but may be utilized by any member. As a first time PayPal user you will have to register. After you register you will be asked to fill out your payment information. Your dues payments will automatically be deposited into the SCVP account. The third option, for US-based members is Venmo. Please use your Venmo app and smart phone with the QR code below. A fourth option is to do a direct bank transfer of funds. For this option, please contact Dr. Litovsky directly for further details.
Can I join as an Allied Health group member?
If you are a member of an Allied Health group (pathology assistant, nurse practioner, physician assistant, transplant program staff) and would like to join the SCVP we have a reduced membership fee of $65. Please contact our membership chair Mathieu Castonguay or the SCVP Webmaster. If you want to pay by PayPal please use the Trainee/Allied Health group membership fee, you can also pay by Venmo.
PayPal - Pay yearly dues or make a donation to the SCVP Educational Endowment Fund
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Become a Silver or Gold Level member by making a contribution towards our Educational Endowment Fund to pay for our educational initiatives via PayPal.