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Frequently Asked Questions

...this change in governance. All certification-related committees, including the Examination Committee, Fellowship Committee, Maintenance of Certification Committee, Resident Program Compliance Committee, and Resident Credentialing Committee, as well as working groups...
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2025 ACVS and ACVS Foundation award recipients announced

...to the development of surgical techniques and methodology, and disseminating knowledge to colleagues, residents, and students. Dr. Fubini’s career in veterinary surgery has earned national and international recognition for her...
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Strategic plan update

ACVS begins the year with a request to Diplomates and residents: Share your opinions. ACVS will field a number of surveys in 2024. Survey findings will provide a path forward...
Honored Mentor

Daniel Smeak

...sense of humor, and dedication to his residents were pivotal to my surgical training, and to so many others he mentored during his career. He was the best instructor I...
Honored Mentor

Souvigny Kathleen Salisbury

Dr. Salisbury has served as a role model of the highest caliber throughout my veterinary career. She works tirelessly to train students, interns and residents in the science and art...
Honored Mentor

Eric P. Tulleners (Deceased)

Dr. Tulleners was a remarkable resident mentor. He inspired all those who worked for him to strive for excellence. His support and guidance were a pivotal part of my professional...
Honored Mentor

Dean A. Hendrickson

Dr. Hendrickson is a patient, forthright, and compassionate mentor that prioritizes the education and training of his residents, students, and technicians alike. Years into his career, he still has an...
Honored Mentor

Alan R. Cross

...tough case. Alan was instrumental in my transition from a resident who was not sure of his path to an orthopaedic surgeon. Alan respects and supports credentialed veterinary technicians. Through...