Honored Mentor
David J. Fowler
Dr. Fowler contributed to the training of numerous residents over the years. He taught us to be calm, competent, and compassionate and truly led by example. While he often followed...
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Honored Mentor
Jan F. Hawkins
...my residency as well as my career. Dr. Hawkins is one of the most committed mentors within our veterinary academic community. His dedication to the students, interns, and residents over...
Honored Mentor
Michael L. Huber
...he was always there for support and guidance. I feel very fortunate to have trained and learned from him. Thank you so much! Dr. Huber, or Papa Huber as residents...
Honored Mentor
David E. Anderson
...become today. I am humbled to be recognized as an ACVS Foundation Honored Mentor. Residents are the heart of ACVS – founded on principles of elevating the art and science...
Honored Mentor
F.A. Tony Mann
...guide surgeons in our profession and shape many surgeons. Your contribution is invaluable. Training residents is one of the most gratifying aspects of my career. However, sometimes I question who...
Honored Mentor
Daniel D. Lewis
...our residents develop and mature, both professionally and personally, has probably been the most rewarding facet of my career. I fondly refer to our residents as ‘my non-biologic children’ and,...
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Continuing Education Needs Assessment
...determine how to improve the quality of and access to ongoing training for Diplomates and residents. Drawing on survey responses, ACVS is taking deliberate steps toward reshaping its educational landscape...
Honored Mentor
Gary C. Lantz
Dr. Lantz (aka Papa Lantz) has made an incredible impact on my veterinary surgery career. He is exceptionally talented and takes great joy in training veterinary students, interns, and residents....
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ACVS Foundation Research Grants for 2026!
Through the ACVS Foundation Research Grant Programs, ACVS Diplomates and surgery residents in the first two years of training at an ACVS-registered residency training program may apply for a research...
Honored Mentor
Marvin Olmstead
...lives that his impact has been profound and far-reaching. Even surgeons like me who were not his residents have been impacted. From his ultra-efficiency to his pragmatic approach, Marv’s example...
