News

2026-2027 Board of Regents announced

...animal surgery residency at Cornell University. She completed her residency and obtained a Master of Science degree from Cornell University in 2000. She is board-certified by ACVS (2001) and the...
Small Animal Topic

Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease

...all sizes, breeds, and ages, but rarely cats. Certain dog breeds are known to have a higher incidence (Rottweiler, Newfoundland, Staffordshire Terrier, Mastiff, Akita, Saint Bernard, Chesapeake Bay Retriever, and...
Large Animal Topic

Abomasal Displacement and Abomasal Volvulus in Cows

...drugs were used that require a specific withdrawal time. It is necessary to: Monitor the surgical wound Treat incisional complications, if they arise Treat other concurrent diseases, such as mastitis...
Resource

Additional information on ACVS Fellowship Programs

...would have specific expertise and knowledge in their specialized disciplines beyond what can be mastered within a 3-year ACVS Veterinary Surgery Residency Program. ACVS recognizes this expertise within its own...
Honored Mentor

Jeffrey N. Peck

...to work hard and strive for excellence. He has been very passionate about surgery and truly has mastered his craft. I hope I can accomplish similar goals, and Jeff is...
Large Animal Topic

Cesarean Section in Cattle

...and fetus survival. Postoperatively, the cow should be watched for dehydration and mastitis (mammary gland infection). Incisional complications and retained placentas (a placenta which is not passed within 24 hours)...
News

MOC records due November 1, 2025

...Health Topics or Surgery STAT articles Pursue a master’s or doctoral degree Review manuscripts for a journal Edit a textbook Review ACVS Surgery Summit scientific abstracts Review Animal Health Topics...
Honored Mentor

Patrick T. Colahan

He is the gentle giant of equine surgeons. Smooth as silk in surgery, knowledgeable as a fighter pilot in managing post operative issues, and the master of client communication. We...