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Welcome to EBVS, European Board of Veterinary Specialisation

 Committed to ensure the highest quality of veterinary medicine in Europe by specialisation
for better quality of life of animals and people.

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Veterinary Specialist Colleges

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Colleges

European College of Small Ruminant Health Management

The primary objectives of the European College of Small Ruminant Health Management (ECSRHM) are: To advance veterinary expertise in small ruminant health management, encompassing sheep and goats, by championing research and elevating the capabilities of veterinarians in this speciality. To formulate guidelines and benchmarks for postgraduate education, ensuring veterinarians are on a clear trajectory to attain the title of European Veterinary Specialist® in Small Ruminant Health Management. To organize examinations and certify veterinarians as European Veterinary Specialists® in Small Ruminant Health Management, while fostering a consistent, evidence-based medicine (EBM) approach. To facilitate communication, continuous education, and the distribution of knowledge in small ruminant health management amongst both professionals and the wider audience, underpinning the significance of original scientific research and contributions to pertinent literature.

European Veterinary Parasitology College

European Veterinary Parasitology College (EVPC) Objectives: To promote research and elevate the proficiency of veterinarians in veterinary parasitology, focusing on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, therapy, and control of parasitic diseases impacting animals. To establish guidelines for post-graduate education, guiding the pathway to becoming a  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Parasitology. To administer examinations and certify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Parasitology. To foster the development of a new generation of skilled and experienced veterinary parasitologists to meet Europe's future veterinary needs in teaching, diagnostic laboratory work, industry, and research, while also advocating for communication and knowledge-sharing in the field of veterinary parasitology.

European College of Veterinary Neurology

The primary objectives of the European College of Animal Neurology (ECVN) are: To lead the advancement of veterinary neurology by promoting in-depth research and enhancing the competency of veterinarians in this specialized field. This involves a dedicated focus on understanding the pathogenesis, diagnosis, therapy, prevention, and control of diseases affecting the nervous system of animals. To set forth clear and comprehensive guidelines for specialization in veterinary neurology, ensuring a structured and standardized educational trajectory for aspiring specialists. To conduct meticulous examinations and subsequently recognize and certify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in veterinary neurology. This rigorous process ensures that animals receive care from highly skilled professionals in the domain of neurology. To foster an environment of continual learning and growth. This is achieved through the development and organization of continuing educational courses in veterinary neurology, combined with a commitment to promoting the latest advances in the field. To prioritize open communication and knowledge dissemination, ensuring that veterinary colleagues and the broader community are informed about developments and breakthroughs in veterinary neurology. To uphold the ethos of serving the community without commercial biases, as the ECVN remains a non-profit organization dedicated solely to the betterment of animal neurology.

European College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ECVO) are: To advance veterinary ophthalmology in Europe through focused research and by elevating the competency of veterinarians in this specialty, emphasizing comprehensive understanding and management of animal eye diseases. To set clear guidelines for specialization in veterinary ophthalmology, establishing a benchmark for excellence. To execute a rigorous examination process, certifying veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Ophthalmology, ensuring the highest standard of care for animals with eye conditions. To champion continuous learning in veterinary ophthalmology by organizing relevant educational courses, keeping veterinarians abreast with the field's latest advancements. To prioritize knowledge-sharing in veterinary ophthalmology, fostering research and promoting insights beneficial to the veterinary community and the public.

European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioural Medicine

The objectives of the European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioural Medicine (ECAWBM) are: To elevate expertise in Animal Welfare Science, Ethics and Law (AWSEL) and Behavioural Medicine in Companion Animals (BM) in Europe. To be a leading referral resource in these two veterinary specialities. To refine health care emphasis on AWSEL and BM, informing owners, professionals, and authorities, including European legislative bodies. To champion specialized training and research in AWSEL and BM within veterinary schools. To certify EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in AWSEL and BM to maintain utmost proficiency. To shape post-graduate education with structured guidelines. To drive continual advancements in AWSEL and BM, organizing related courses. To champion sustainable and responsible practices in AWSEL and BM for all animals. To prioritize research and knowledge-sharing in the field.

European College of Porcine Health Management

The primary objectives of the European College of Porcine Health Management (ECPHM) are to advance porcine health management in Europe by enhancing the health and welfare of pigs, ensuring the production of safe and high-quality pork products for consumers, and bolstering the economic profitability of the sector through expert care, all while respecting the environment for sustainable agriculture. The ECPHM has set benchmarks for  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Porcine Health. The college is responsible for: Formulating methods for postgraduate teaching in porcine health management, primarily via residency programs. Training and qualifying professionals as specialists in porcine health management. Certifying veterinarians as specialists in the field. Setting standards for post-graduate education in porcine health. Championing advancements in porcine health management. Designing and offering continuous educational courses in the specialty. Encouraging research in porcine health and facilitating knowledge sharing.

European College of Veterinary Clinical Pathology

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.

European College of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition (ECVCN) are: To enhance the quality of animal health care in Europe by fostering research in veterinary nutrition and raising the expertise of veterinarians in this speciality. To craft guidelines and standards for postgraduate education, guiding veterinarians towards achieving the title of  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Nutrition. To administer examinations and certify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Nutrition, ensuring they maintain the pinnacle of professional standards. To stimulate communication, continuous education, and the dissemination of expertise in veterinary nutrition amongst veterinary professionals and the wider community, emphasizing the vitality of research and the latest advancements in the field.

European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia (ECVAA) are: To enhance the study and practice of veterinary anaesthesia, analgesia, and intensive care in Europe through dedicated research and by bolstering the proficiency of veterinarians in these specialities. To devise guidelines and standards for postgraduate education, laying a clear path for veterinarians to achieve the title of  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Anaesthesia and Analgesia. To manage examinations and certify veterinarians as European Veterinary Specialists in Anaesthesia, Analgesia, and Intensive Care, ensuring they uphold the highest standards of care. To promote communication, ongoing education, and the sharing of expertise in veterinary anaesthesia, analgesia, and intensive care among veterinary professionals and the broader community, emphasizing the importance of research and continuous advancements in these fields.

European College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

European College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ECVSMR) Objectives: To promote research and heighten the competency of veterinarians in the multidisciplinary specialty of veterinary sports medicine and rehabilitation in Europe. This encompasses the comprehensive examination, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sport and work-related injuries/disorders, utilizing a holistic approach central to which are controlled exercise, functional training, and various therapeutic modalities. To establish guidelines for post-graduate education, serving as prerequisites for becoming a  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. To conduct examinations and certify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. To bolster communication and knowledge dissemination about veterinary sports medicine and rehabilitation among veterinary professionals and the broader public.
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EBVS® is a European organisation focussed on veterinary specialisation in the Member States of the European Union and its neighbours, particularly Switzerland and Norway. EBVS specialists are also found in other countries.

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 EBVS Congress 2026

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Vacancies

Published 02/02/2026

University College Dublin Veterinary Hospital (UCDVH) is a leading multi-disciplinary, specialist, veterinary referral and teaching hospital located in the thriving city of Dublin in the east of Ireland, between the mountains and the sea. Small animal services include internal medicine (emergency and routine), critical care, dermatology, diagnostic imaging, oncology, anaesthesia and surgery (orthopaedics, neurosurgery, soft tissue surgery, minimally invasive techniques), as well as in-house rehabilitation and physiotherapy. We are seeking a highly motivated, proactive small animal oncologist, who is passionate about delivering clinical excellence in small animal oncology, is an excellent “team player” and has a strong interest in veterinary clinical teaching. This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive, and growing team of highly trained specialists, residents, interns, veterinary nurses and support staff in our fully equipped hospital.

Published 25/02/2026

We are an integrated animal hospital offering a full spectrum of clinical services and 24-hour veterinary care. We are looking for the following roles to join our dynamic and collaborative team:

  1. Specialist in Small Animal Surgery
  2. Medical Oncologist
  3. Full-time Veterinarian (Day & Night Shift)
  4. Anaesthesia Intern
  5. Specialist in Small Animal Surgery
  6. Medical Oncologist
  7. Full-time Veterinarian (Day & Night Shift)
  8. Anaesthesia Intern