What is a
Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons ?
The ACVS Diplomate
A diplomate has earned a DVM or VMD degree from an
accredited college. She or he has then completed specific training in
veterinary surgery and has passed the examinations of the ACVS.
Training includes:
- A one year internship or its equivalent
- A three year residency training program under the
supervision of ACVS Diplomates. Instruction includes the
disciplines of surgery, medicine, radiology, anesthesiology,
pathology, anatomy and physiology.
- Learning to write original scientific articles
for the veterinary literature. All Diplomates are published
authors in refereed scientific journals.
The examination is a comprehensive oral, written and
practical exam that tests for in depth knowledge of the basic
sciences, case management skills and surgical principals.
What this means to you and your animal.
The ACVS Diplomate has demonstrated by committing to
training after veterinary school and successfully completing the
certification process that she or he is striving to provide the best
possible surgical care for your animal.
The American College of Veterinary Surgeons
The American College of
Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) was founded in 1965. It is sanctioned by
the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) to set the standards
for advanced professionalism in veterinary surgery.
The objectives of the College include:
- Develop methods of graduate teaching in veterinary surgery
through residency training programs
- Certify members of the veterinary profession as specialists in
surgery
- Promote advances in veterinary surgery and disseminate knowledge
throughout the veterinary profession
The ACVS has approximately 600 Diplomates. These individuals are
engaged in private clinical practice, teaching and research at
academic institutions and as consultants in industry.
