The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary Clinical Pathology (ECVCP) are:
- To advance the field of veterinary clinical pathology, emphasizing the development, application, and interpretation of diagnostic laboratory procedures essential for monitoring animal health and the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of animal diseases. This expertise extends to companion, agricultural, and laboratory animals, as well as aquatic, zoo animals, and wildlife.
- To set forth guidelines and standards for postgraduate education, leading veterinarians towards the esteemed title of EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Clinical Pathology.
- To oversee examinations and certify veterinarians as EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Clinical Pathology, ensuring they meet the highest standards of expertise and professionalism.
- To foster communication, continuous learning, and knowledge distribution in veterinary clinical pathology amongst veterinary professionals and the wider community, underlining the importance of research and the continuous evolution in the discipline.
