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Small Animal Topic

Canine Hip Dysplasia

...Some primary care veterinarians and many ACVS board-certified veterinary surgeons have taken the training course and have the equipment to perform this test. The palpation method is called the Ortolani...

Honored Mentor

Jose L. Bracamonte

...been blessed throughout my career to have worked with outstanding ACVS residents. They are my priority and the main reason why I love going to work every day. Therefore, I...

Large Animal Topic

Fractures in Horses – Emergency First Aid and Stabilization

...types of fractures in horses can be repaired; however, some cannot. Once appropriate first aid is given ask your veterinarian to consult an ACVS board-certified veterinary surgeon to determine if...

Small Animal Topic

Limb Amputation

...cannot be fixed due to any of innumerable reasons, may need an amputation. Your primary care veterinarian and/or an ACVS board-certified surgeon may recommend additional diagnostics before a limb amputation....

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Dual Certification Statement of Intent

...ACVS office to initiate Dual Certification. Keep a copy of this form for your files. A copy will need to be submitted to ACVS in the Application for Dual Certification....

Honored Mentor

Gary W. Ellison

...a large number of my former residents as an ACVS honored mentor. Like most new residents I was like a deer in the headlight when I started out. I was...

Large Animal Topic

Skin Tumors in Horses

...penis, and difficulty urinating or defecating. Your veterinarian may choose to refer you to an ACVS board-certified veterinary surgeon for surgical removal depending on the location, temperament of the horse,...

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Donor Hub

The mission of the ACVS Foundation is to support the advancement of surgical care of all animals Honor a Mentor Say “thank you” to the ACVS Diplomate who helped pave...

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Remembering Albert Gabel, Emeritus and Charter Diplomate

ACVS is saddened by the loss of Dr. Albert Gabel, Emeritus Diplomate, who passed on April 12, 2021. Dr. Gabel, a pioneer in equine surgery and large animal anesthesia, was...