The live question-and-answer session during the recent Diplomates’ town hall session at the Surgery Summit raised several important questions about the proposed new governance session, including how membership categories and eligibility would be defined. Defining certification independent from membership With the separation of certification functions from membership activities, ACVS must define certification criteria independent from […]
ACVS is actively advancing its strategic plan, making strides on the four strategic objectives. The College provides an update below on two key areas: training and certification and continuing education. Strategic objective: Update Training and Certification One priority of this objective is to provide robust support for residents on the path to becoming ACVS […]
Congratulations to the two new ACVS Fellows! Having trained at an ACVS-approved fellowship training center, ACVS Fellows have exemplary training and experience in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients in their respective fellowship discipline. Ming Lu, DVM, MVM, MS Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgens (Small Animal) ACVS Fellow, Joint Replacement Surgery […]
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 grant, with available funding up to $20,000 per grant. The research project should be planned for completion within a one-year timeframe. Surgery residents are expected to […]
ACVS values its special relationship with ACVS Practice Partners. These Diplomate-affiliated practices, many of which have shown their commitment through the years with continued partnership, are truly appreciated. ACVS thanks these practices for partnering in 2025 and looks forward to continuing the partnership for 2026! 2025 ACVS Practice Partners and ACVS Diplomate Affiliates 2026 ACVS Practice […]
President-elect is Denis J. Marcellin-Little, DEDV, DACVS, DECVS, DACVSMR; large animal regent is Timothy B. Lescun, BVSc, MS, PhD, DACVS; and small animal regent is David Dycus, DVM, MS, DACVS (Small Animal). Each year, the ACVS Nominating Committee submits a proposed slate of candidates for president-elect, one large animal regent, and one small animal regent […]
The American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) and the ACVS Foundation announced the recipients of three prestigious awards at the recent 2025 ACVS Surgery Summit in Seattle, WA: the ACVS Founders’ Award for Career Achievement, the Al and Carolyn Schiller Distinguished Service Award, and the ACVS Foundation Legends Award. ACVS Founders’ Award for Career […]
ACVS is saddened by the loss of ACVS Diplomate Callum Hay, who passed on June 30, 2025.
ACVS is excited to announce the launch of a new ACVS online community platform, ACVS Connect. Built to strengthen relationships, spark collaboration, and keep conversations going year-round, ACVS Connect will serve as the central place for Diplomates, residents, and credentialed candidates to connect, collaborate, and grow through all stages of their careers. Click here to […]
On October 7, ACVS held a virtual information session to share details with Diplomates about the proposed Certification Council. The recording from the information session and materials describing the council’s structure and positions are available on the governance change webpage.
