Small Animal Topic

Bone Tumors in Cats and Dogs

...the development of primary bone tumors include fractures, orthopedic implants (used for fracture repair and total hip replacement), radiation therapy, and bone diseases (i.e., benign bone tumors, bone cysts, and...
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Fellowship Programs

...Fellowship Committee.   Related Links Additional information on Fellowship Programs Application to establish a Fellowship Program Guidelines for establishing a Fellowship Program Template: Minimum Training Standards for ACVS Fellowship Programs...
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ACVS Membership Terminology and Use

Effective January 1, 2027, membership in ACVS is available to Diplomates, veterinary surgery residents (residents), and veterinarians who have completed residency training (candidates). Membership for residents and candidates became possible...
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Membership

...exclusive leadership positions, and other member benefits and demonstrates the ongoing commitment to surgical excellence. Explore Membership Benefits Benefits of Membership Active members receive the following benefits: Connect with a...
Small Animal Topic

Mast Cell Tumors

...analysis of the tumor has been performed. The tumor is removed and submitted for histopathology. Metastasis (spread of tumor cells) occurs first at the local lymph nodes and then potentially...
Small Animal Topic

Lung Lobe Tumors

...longer when the tumor is smaller or located on the periphery of the lung lobe (15–17.5 months), when the lymph nodes are small (20 months) and when the tumor can...
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Membership Categories and Eligibility

...eligibility would be defined. Defining certification independent from membership With the separation of certification functions from membership activities, ACVS must define certification criteria independent from membership criteria. Here is an...
Small Animal Topic

Femoral Capital Physeal Fractures

...and socket joint of the hip. While both dogs and cats can develop fractures in this area, it more common in the feline population. While the majority of fractures are...
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Frequently Asked Questions

...Background Separating certification functions from membership activities, including continuing education, meets current governance best practices by avoiding potential conflicts of interest and litigation. It also gives ACVS greater flexibility to...