Circulating knowledge.
Saving lives.
Circulating knowledge.
Saving lives.
Circulating knowledge.
Saving lives.
Driving better care and outcomes in vascular health
Our mission
Vasculearn Network (VLN) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing vascular health through expert-driven education, accessible resources, and a connected community of patients and healthcare professionals.
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Be part of the premier global community advancing vascular health through education, innovation, and collaboration
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Countries represented in our community
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Our Mission
Vasculearn Network (VLN) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing vascular health through expert-driven education, accessible resources, and a connected community of patients and healthcare professionals.
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Connect with 6,300+ members across 15+ countries to gain diverse insights on vascular health
Personalized Learning Pathways
Get content tailored to you—whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional
Be a Vascular
Health Advocate
Spread awareness by sharing trusted content on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, or through email with those who need it most
Share
Interactive Learning
Participate in case-based discussions, Q&A sessions, and collaborative learning experiences
Connect & Collaborate Worldwide
Connect with 6,300+ members across 15+ countries to gain diverse insights on vascular health
Personalized Learning Pathways
Get content tailored to you—whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional
Be a Vascular
Health Advocate
Spread awareness by sharing trusted content on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, or through email with those who need it most
Share
Interactive Learning
Participate in case-based discussions, Q&A sessions, and collaborative learning experiences
Connect & Collaborate Worldwide
Connect with 6,300+ members across 15+ countries to gain diverse insights on vascular health
Ways to Learn About Vascular Health
For Healthcare Professionals:
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Educational Activities
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Roundtables
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Support Groups
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Patient-Facing Toolkits
Ways to Learn About Vascular Health
For Healthcare Professionals:
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Educational Activities
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Roundtables
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Podcasts
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Digital, Audio, and Print Newsletters
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Patient-Facing Toolkits
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Hear From Our Network
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
Hear From Our Network
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
Hear From Our Network
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
“This was the only resource really available that had very well-qualified practitioners with top-quality information. I’m pretty much recovered and unmedicated after my event, but during one of the most harrowing experiences of my life, I drew enormous comfort knowing that there was a forum such as VLN."
K.R.
Patient
“VLN has been a valuable source of information, continuing education, and patient support. The information that is shared is trusted, and we are honored to have you as partners. Keep up the great work!”
S.N.
Educational Partner
“My experience with the leadership and staff at VLN has been stellar. They are extremely organized, professional, and have excellent ideas for initiatives and how to keep advancing education in the thrombotic stewardship space and all things VASCUlearn!“
K.S.
Pharmacist
“VLN has been a tremendous source of support for me as a patient. Their resources have provided me with invaluable information, helping me understand and manage my condition more effectively... I feel empowered and informed, knowing I have access to the latest knowledge and tools.."
T.I.
Patient
“I regard VLN as one of the most powerful sources of accurate information about thrombosis. The quality of the educational programs is very high. I would recommend that anyone join VLN’s efforts and become a member.”
A.I.
Physician
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Social Security Disability Benefits After a Blood Clot: Are You Eligible?
Social Security Disability Benefits After a Blood Clot: Are You Eligible?
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Managing a Condition
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Who Should I See After Being Diagnosed with a Blood Clot?
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Learn which doctors to see after a blood clot, from emergency care to specialists. Find out how your PCP helps coordinate your ongoing treatment.
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Social Security Disability Benefits After a Blood Clot: Are You Eligible?
Learn how to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits after a blood clot. Understand eligibility, CVI criteria, and how to strengthen your claim.
Managing a Condition
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Who Should I See After Being Diagnosed with a Blood Clot?
Learn which doctors to see after a blood clot, from emergency care to specialists. Find out how your PCP helps coordinate your ongoing treatment.
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My Doctor Said My Medicines Can Cause Bleeding…Are There Other Side Effects I Should Know About?
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June 5, 2025
Optimising communication to patients with venous thromboembolism: development of a provider toolkit
Optimising communication to patients with venous thromboembolism: development of a provider toolkit
This In Focus feature in Lancet Haematology highlights the creation of a global clinician toolkit designed to enhance clear, compassionate communication throughout the VTE diagnostic journey and beyond.
Content
June 5, 2025
Optimising communication to patients with venous thromboembolism: development of a provider toolkit
This In Focus feature in Lancet Haematology highlights the creation of a global clinician toolkit designed to enhance clear, compassionate communication throughout the VTE diagnostic journey and beyond.
Content
September 16, 2025
Superficial Vein Thrombosis
Superficial Vein Thrombosis
In this review, blood clot size (> 5 centimeters) and location (<3 centimeters from a deep vein) matters. This directs the treatment choice of anticoagulation (fondaparinux, rivaroxaban) versus conservative management (warm compresses, ibuprofen, compression stockings).
Content
September 16, 2025
Superficial Vein Thrombosis
In this review, blood clot size (> 5 centimeters) and location (<3 centimeters from a deep vein) matters. This directs the treatment choice of anticoagulation (fondaparinux, rivaroxaban) versus conservative management (warm compresses, ibuprofen, compression stockings).
Content
August 26, 2025
What is a Polygenic Risk Score (PGS) and why does it matter in lung cancer?
A polygenic risk score is like a “genetic fingerprint” built from thousands of small DNA variations (SNPs). Each variant adds a tiny bit of risk, but when combined, they provide a powerful measure of a person’s inherited predisposition to certain diseases — including blood clots (venous thromboembolism, VTE).
Content
August 7, 2025
Is It Closing Time? An Update on PFO & Stroke
A July 2025 JAMA review highlights that PFO closure has shifted from a broad intervention to a more targeted therapy, with careful patient selection—guided by two key tools—at the heart of decision-making
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Patient and Professional Bimonthly Newsletters
Get the latest in vascular health, trending patient questions, noteworthy news in the vascular health world, and updates on our events and programs.
Stay Connected
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Patient and Professional Bimonthly Newsletters
Get the latest in vascular health, trending patient questions, noteworthy news in the vascular health world, and updates on our events and programs.
