Honored Mentor

David E. Anderson

...of his mentorship, I have become the veterinary surgeon that I am — to perform surgical procedures with confidence and not to hesitate to tackle the challenging surgical cases. I...
Honored Mentor

Lynn G. Wheaton (Deceased)

...colleagues. Though she is no longer with us, her legacy of mentorship, compassion, and professionalism lives on in all those she guided and inspired. (1943–2022) First Female ACVS Diplomate (1973)...
Honored Mentor

Denis J. Marcellin-Little

...Training future Diplomates is a key part of their professional legacy. There is no greater joy than being acknowledged by an ACVS Diplomate who is appreciative for the mentorship received....
Large Animal Topic

Guttural Pouch Mycosis

...vary, but the size of the lesions bears no relationship to the severity of the disease. Medical Treatment Medical treatment for guttural pouch mycosis involves the infusion of topical antifungal...
Honored Mentor

Norm G. Ducharme

...I have been able to do what I have done as a surgeon. I am truly honored although unsure of which part I contributed to: Fashion advice? Relationship advice? Proper...
Small Animal Topic

Urinary Stones

...Silicate Stones The mechanism of formation of silicate stones (Figure 6) is unknown; however, there may be a relationship between this type of stone and the dietary intake of silicates,...
Honored Mentor

Laurie R. Goodrich

...an amazing role model as a surgeon, researcher, and leader. There is no doubt in my mind that I would not be where I am today without her mentorship and...
News

New Diplomates Certified in 2023

...Township, British Columbia, Canada Stefanie Arndt, DVM, DrMedVet Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons (Large Animal) Zamora, CA Sophie Boorman, BVetMed Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons (Large Animal) Leesburg,...