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Upcoming resident needs assessment survey

In support of the strategic plan, ACVS will conduct a survey of residents and candidates. The survey will gauge satisfaction with ACVS, understand the value of current and future services,...
Honored Mentor

William J. Donawick

...than 40 years. His pioneering contributions and dedication to excellence have set the foundation for modern equine surgery and strengthened ACVS. Bill’s leadership and ability to lift those around him...
Honored Mentor

David E. Anderson

...become today. I am humbled to be recognized as an ACVS Foundation Honored Mentor. Residents are the heart of ACVS – founded on principles of elevating the art and science...
Honored Mentor

Mark D. Markel

...as a mentor. Ever approachable and generally reasonable, I know I can always count on him. I have been fortunate throughout my career to have worked with many outstanding ACVS...
Honored Mentor

Gary W. Ellison

...a large number of my former residents as an ACVS honored mentor. Like most new residents I was like a deer in the headlight when I started out. I was...
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...
Small Animal Topic

Congenital Ear Canal Atresia in Dogs

...avoid delaying intervention to keep your pet pain free and avoid complications such as infection or abscess formation, hearing loss, and neurologic changes. Consultation by an ACVS board-certified veterinary surgeon...
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...
News

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...