Honored Mentor

Richard E. Doran (Deceased)

Aside from being a gifted surgeon, Dr. Doran was instrumental in my early development as a surgeon in so many ways. He taught me to do my best every time...
Honored Mentor

Michael Tillson

Early in his career, Michael Tillson lent perspective to his mentees that a more senior clinician may have long ago forgotten. As much a friend, learning with his mentees, he...
News

Veterinary Surgery seeks committed ad hoc reviewers

Veterinary Surgery reviewers provide actionable, respectful, and specific feedback to authors seeking to publish in the journal. Reviewers contribute significantly to the journal’s success and earn two maintenance of certification...
Honored Mentor

Jonathan N. Chambers

Jon Chambers was a calm and methodical orthopedic mentor. Every time I am reducing a difficult fracture, I hear Jon in my ear saying, ‘Dr. Basinger, Rome was not built...
Large Animal Topic

Fractures in Horses – Emergency First Aid and Stabilization

...to a referral center for advanced diagnostics such as digital radiographs, ultrasound, nuclear scintigraphy (“bone scan”), or computed tomography (CT). It is extremely important that the fractured limb be stabilized...
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Advancing Public Awareness

...Animal Health Topics are translated into Spanish. More are added every year. The Find a Surgeon directory is prominently featured throughout the ACVS website, making it easy for animal owners...
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Maintenance of Certification Record FAQ

...not accept early submissions. ACVS will open the submission window on June 1 for the specific year group that has MOC records due. Your due date is shown in your...
Small Animal Topic

Urinary Obstruction in Male Cats

...also reported. Early neutering of cats does not cause reduction of urethral size as in some other species. Most affected cats are within 1 to 10 years of age. Signs...
Honored Mentor

Michael C. Conzemius

...ring in the ears of many surgeons throughout their careers. Although there are many who have had an influence on my career as a veterinarian and surgeon, Mike has been...