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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 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 Veterinary Dental College

European Veterinary Dental College (EVDC) Objectives: To foster research and elevate the proficiency of veterinarians in the art and science of veterinary dentistry. To establish guidelines for post-graduate education, guiding the pathway to becoming a  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Dentistry. To administer examinations and certify veterinarians as EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Dentistry. To advocate for communication, collaboration with national and international veterinary dental associations, and the dissemination of knowledge in veterinary dentistry.

European College of Animal Reproduction

The primary goals of the European College of Animal Reproduction (ECAR) are: To elevate expertise in animal reproduction in Europe, encompassing reproductive medicine, surgery, and biotechnology. To establish, train, and certify EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in animal reproduction. To devise comprehensive post-graduate education guidelines essential for specialization in animal reproduction. To conduct examinations and qualify veterinarians as specialists to benefit the veterinary patient, owners, and the wider public. To promote research, knowledge expansion, and its dissemination in the field of animal reproduction.

European College of Poultry Veterinary Science

The primary objectives of the European College of Poultry Veterinary Science (ECPVS) are: To enhance poultry veterinary science throughout Europe by endorsing research and heightening the skills of veterinarians in this domain. To set forth guidelines and requisite standards for postgraduate education, creating a clear pathway for veterinarians to achieve the title of  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Poultry Veterinary Science. To administer examinations and certify veterinarians as European Veterinary Specialists in Poultry Veterinary Science, ensuring they prioritize the health and welfare of poultry, contribute to producing safe, high-quality products for consumers, and support the sector's economic vitality, all within the framework of sustainable agriculture. To stimulate communication, continuous learning, and the dissemination of knowledge in poultry veterinary science amongst both professionals and the broader community.

European College of Veterinary Public Health

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary Public Health (ECVPH) are to: Advance veterinary public health, including subspecialties of population medicine and food science in Europe, while enhancing the expertise of practitioners. Establish guidelines for specialization in veterinary public health. Qualify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Public Health to serve diverse livestock populations and their owners, ensuring elevated service quality for the public. Promote research, knowledge, and communication in the veterinary public health domain.

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 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 Equine Internal Medicine

The primary objectives of the European College of Equine Internal Medicine (ECEIM) are to advance the level of expertise in care for horses, ponies, donkeys, mules and other equidae with medical diseases. The college’s purpose serves to advance equine internal medicine. The college oversees: Developing methods of graduate teaching in equine internal medicine, especially through residency programmes Training,  examining and certifying candidates for EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine Providing guidelines for post-graduate education Promoting advances in equine internal medicine, and  Developing and organising continuing educational courses in equine internal medicine Encouraging research and other contributions to knowledge relating to pathogenesis, diagnosis, therapy, prevention, and its control of diseases directly or indirectly affecting equidae, Promoting communication and dissemination of this knowledge.

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 College of Aquatic Animal Health

European College of Aquatic Animal Health (ECAAH) Objectives: Advance the field of aquatic animal health, specifically focusing on animals that are cultured/maintained in captivity or in the wild, excluding marine or freshwater mammals, birds, and reptiles. Establish guidelines for post-graduate education, ensuring the elevation of skills of those practicing in aquatic animal health. Oversee the examination and certification of veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists® in Aquatic Animal Health. Enhance methods of graduate teaching, particularly through residency programs in aquatic animal health. Promote research, advancements, and continuous learning in aquatic animal health. Foster communication and the dissemination of knowledge related to aquatic animal health to both veterinary professionals and the wider 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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