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Small Animal Topic

Portosystemic Shunts

...may also be referred to an ACVS board-certified veterinary surgeon or veterinary specialty center for additional diagnostics. A full work-up may include: blood work urinalysis liver function tests (bile acids...
Honored Mentor

André Desrochers

...the fire in the eyes of an ACVS resident when you discuss a challenging case, a new surgical technique or a research idea. The training of my ACVS residents and...
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New Diplomates Certified in 2023

ACVS congratulates the newly certified Diplomates on passing the Phase II Surgical Competency Examination in February 2023. 27 certified in large animal surgery 43 certified in small animal surgery The...
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Diplomate and Resident Assistance

ACVS Diplomates and veterinary surgery residents who have unresolved College-related questions or concerns can reach out to the ACVS ombuds. The ombuds can help facilitate issues that have not been...
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Strategic plan update: certification working groups

As part of the 2022–2027 ACVS strategic plan, multiple working groups were established to move forward some of the identified objectives. Two of those working groups have concluded their work,...
Honored Mentor

Sheila Laverty

...and when you work for it. Thanks for everything Sheila, you will remain as my role model and mentor for life. To be honored as an ACVS mentor is truly...
Large Animal Topic

Skin Tumors in Horses

...penis, and difficulty urinating or defecating. Your veterinarian may choose to refer you to an ACVS board-certified veterinary surgeon for surgical removal depending on the location, temperament of the horse,...
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Dual Certification Statement of Intent

...ACVS office to initiate Dual Certification. Keep a copy of this form for your files. A copy will need to be submitted to ACVS in the Application for Dual Certification....
Small Animal Topic

Limb Amputation

...limb not being used, or a limb with a wound or fracture that cannot be fixed. Your primary care veterinarian and/or an ACVS board-certified surgeon may recommend additional diagnostics before...