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Veterinary Surgery: Call for papers

A virtual issue of Veterinary Surgery devoted to Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment of Spine Injury, Degeneration, and Disease is planned for June 2025. For consideration, manuscripts must be submitted online by August 1, 2024. Areas of interest include the following: advances in surgical management and treatment of the spine biomechanics clinical diagnostics diagnostic imaging genetics […]

Update on formation of ABVP orthopedic surgery fellowship

In January 2024, ACVS notified Diplomates that ACVS reached out to the American Board of Veterinary Specialties (ABVS) with concerns about the planned formation by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) of an orthopedic surgery fellowship. ABVS met in early March and following the recommendation of the Veterinary Specialty Organizations Committee, ABVS is considering […]

ACVS announces newly certified Diplomates

ACVS congratulates the newly certified Diplomates on passing the Phase II Surgical Competency Examination in February 2024. 18 certified in large animal surgery 72 certified in small animal surgery The total number of ACVS Diplomates is now 2,519, with approximately 68 percent small animal surgeons and 32 percent large animal surgeons. Lori Agulian, DVM Diplomate, […]

Recognizing Veterinary Surgery‘s top reviewers

ACVS is pleased to recognize Veterinary Surgery’s top reviewers for their outstanding service and vital contribution to the journal. This honor acknowledges the volume and timeliness of the reviews performed in 2023 by the journal’s Editorial Review Board and ad hoc reviewers.

Changes Coming to ACVS Residency Program Registration Requirements

ACVS is revising the ACVS residency training program definitions in the 2025–2026 ACVS Residency Training Standards and Requirements to include an option for single business multisite residency training programs. Providing an option for this business model will result in additional surgical training opportunities while maintaining ACVS training program standards and enhancing the quality of resident […]

ACVS welcomes membership director

ACVS is pleased to announce that Adam Seery has joined the ACVS staff as membership director. Adam has an extensive background in association management, including 20-plus years’ experience building loyalty among members, partners, and stakeholders. A data-driven strategist, Adam has successfully developed, evaluated, and refined membership programs. He is exploring opportunities to promote the value […]

Select scrubs closeout sale underway

Embroidered with the ACVS Veterinary Surgeon logo, PerforMAX scrub tops in Caribbean blue and jade and AngelStat scrub tops in emerald green, sapphire blue, and raspberry are available in a limited supply for $15. Scrub pants are available for $10. Scrub orders can be placed online or using the surgical scrubs order form. Email acvs@acvs.org […]

Veterinary Surgery seeks an associate editor

Veterinary Surgery is seeking an associate editor with expertise in the small animal soft tissue discipline and invites interested Diplomates to apply by submitting a short statement of interest and relevant experience by April 12, 2024. The position has a three-year renewable term and starts November 1, 2024. LEARN MORE

ACVS call for volunteers now open

The College and its work are sustained by its volunteers. Are you interested in becoming actively involved? The call for volunteers is now open!

ACVS and ACVS Foundation awards nominations due April 1

The deadline to submit your recommendations for five prestigious ACVS and ACVS Foundation awards to be presented at the 2024 Surgery Summit is fast approaching. Download each award’s nomination packet to view eligibility and submit your nomination.