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 […]
The meeting will be held as a hybrid congress meeting in 2025. Join your ECVS colleagues for scientific programs and social events. Registration is now open.
ACVS congratulates the newly certified Diplomates on passing the Phase II Surgical Competency Examination in February 2025. 26 certified in large animal surgery 62 certified in small animal surgery 1 dual-certified in large animal surgery and small animal surgery The total number of ACVS Diplomates is now 2,597, with approximately 68 percent small animal […]
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 2024 by the journal’s Editorial Review Board members and ad hoc reviewers.
