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. Po-Yen Chou, BVM, MVM Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons (Small Animal) ACVS Fellow, Joint Replacement Surgery […]
The ACVS Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee has created guidelines for ACVS Diplomates who are writing reference letters for residency candidates. When writing reference letters for an excellent candidate, bias can inadvertently be included that can diminish the positive impact of the letter. Guidelines for avoiding bias are available in the ACVS Resource Library.
ACVS congratulates the six recipients of the 2025 ACVS Resident Education Travel Grant to attend the ACVS Surgery Summit in Seattle, WA. With funding provided by the ACVS Foundation, the ACVS Resident Education Travel Grant supports the College’s strategic goal of improving surgery residents’ access to continuing education opportunities. The 2025 ACVS Resident Education Travel […]
The Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) is seeking veterinarians to help in the revision of the Clinical Proficiency Exam (CPE), the fourth and final step of the ECFVG program. This essential project will allow the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) to provide a pathway for graduates of non-AVMA Council on Education® (COE) accredited […]
ACVS is saddened by the loss of ACVS Diplomate Allen G. Binnington, who passed on May 24, 2025.
ACVS has begun a detailed review of the Constitution and Bylaws to determine what updates need to be made to facilitate the separation of certification functions and membership activities. Opportunities where ACVS can modernize the Constitution and Bylaws to meet current governance best practices, simplify the language, and ensure ACVS can respond quickly and effectively […]
ACVS leadership received a response from the American Board of Veterinary Specialties (ABVS) to the letter of objection from ACVS Diplomates about the planned American Board of Veterinary Practitioners orthopedic surgery fellowship. ABVS supports recognition of veterinary fellowships and has convened a subcommittee to draft a proposal to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). The […]
Four Surgery Resident Research Grants and five Diplomate Research Grants were awarded. The ACVS Foundation is honored to fund the future of veterinary surgery. 2025 Research Grant Recipients
A primary objective of ACVS’s strategic plan is to maximize awareness and recognition of veterinary surgery and the ACVS Diplomate credential. To achieve this, ACVS last month launched an effort to replace the current brand with one that resonates with and is relevant and relatable to animal owners, Diplomates, residents, and other veterinary professionals. Partnering with Illinois-based […]
Applications are being accepted for 2025 ACVS Resident Education Travel Grants to attend the ACVS Surgery Summit in Seattle, WA. The application is open to surgery residents training at all ACVS-registered training programs. Five recipients will be selected. Applications are due June 1. Selected recipients will be notified on June 19. 2025 ACVS Resident Education […]
