ACVS Educational Affiliate Program
The American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) is thrilled to introduce the ACVS Educational Affiliate Program, a new initiative designed to significantly expand and enhance educational opportunities for our esteemed Diplomates and surgery residents in 2026.
Developed in direct response to identified educational needs within the veterinary surgery community, this program creates a dynamic bridge between ACVS and organizations dedicated to high-quality continuing education. Through a collaborative annual process, the ACVS Continuing Education Committee actively identifies critical topics and knowledge gaps based on comprehensive surveys, resident feedback, and Maintenance of Certification requirements for organizations to address through their educational offerings. This ensures that the educational offerings promoted through the program are precisely what ACVS Diplomates and surgery residents need most.
2026 Educational Affiliate Program
Large Animal
Basic Equine Arthroscopy
August 19–20, 2026 | Fort Collins, CO
Presented by Colorado State University
Advanced Equine Arthroscopy and Tenoscopy
August 20–22, 2026 | Fort Collins, CO
Presented by Colorado State University
Small Animal
Stifle Evolutions: Controversies and Solutions
February 19–21, 2026 | Naples, FL
Presented by Arthrex Vet Systems
Veterinary Arthrology and Traumatology (VAT) Workshop: The Revision Decision
July 31–August 1, 2026 | Naples, FL
Presented by Arthrex Vet Systems
Comprehensive Elbow and Shoulder Forum (aka Shelbow)
May 18–20, 2026 | Naples, FL
Presented by Arthrex Vet Systems
Mastering Canine Pelvic and Femur Traumatology
December 17–19, 2026 | Naples, FL
Presented by Arthrex Vet Systems
For questions, please email Shana Rosenblatt, program coordinator, srosenblatt@acvs.org.
