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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 Pharmacology and Toxicology

European College of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology (ECVPT) Objectives: To advance veterinary and related biological sciences, as well as animal health care in Europe, by promoting research and heightening the skills of veterinarians in veterinary pharmacology and toxicology. To establish guidelines for post-graduate education, serving as prerequisites for becoming a  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in veterinary pharmacology and toxicology. To conduct examinations and qualify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, ensuring the provision of expert care to the veterinary patient, its owner, and the general public. To foster communication and share knowledge regarding veterinary pharmacology and toxicology among veterinary peers and the wider community.

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.

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 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 Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ECVECC) are: To spearhead advancements in veterinary emergency and critical care, enhancing both research and the application of knowledge to elevate the caliber of emergency treatments and critical patient care within the veterinary community. To lay down comprehensive guidelines for post-graduate education and specialization in veterinary emergency and critical care, ensuring veterinarians are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in this demanding field. To systematically conduct examinations, qualifying veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in Emergency and Critical Care. This certification guarantees that they possess the advanced skills and expertise needed to provide exemplary care to animals in emergencies or requiring intensive care. To foster a thriving environment of perpetual learning and collaboration. This involves curating and supervising continuing educational courses, championing cutting-edge research in emergency and critical care, and facilitating open communication and knowledge dissemination among veterinary professionals.

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 Dermatology

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary Dermatology (ECVD) are: To elevate the standard of veterinary dermatology, emphasizing research and the continuous advancement of the field, ensuring the highest level of care for animals with skin conditions. To provide and uphold stringent guidelines for postgraduate education, directing veterinarians towards the revered title of European Veterinary Specialists® in Veterinary Dermatology. To oversee rigorous examinations and certify veterinarians as European Veterinary Specialists® in Veterinary Dermatology, validating their proficiency and commitment to the discipline. To foster open communication, knowledge-sharing, and collaborative learning in veterinary dermatology amongst veterinary professionals and the broader public, highlighting the pivotal role of research and knowledge dissemination in this specialty.

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 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 Veterinary Microbiology

The primary objectives of the European College of Veterinary Microbiology (ECVM) are: To champion the advancement of veterinary microbiology across all European nations. This involves fostering in-depth research, pushing boundaries of knowledge, and ensuring the continual improvement of veterinary medical services for the benefit of the public. To formulate and implement precise guidelines for post-graduate education, providing a structured pathway for veterinarians aspiring to specialize in veterinary microbiology. To conduct rigorous examinations and subsequently certify veterinarians as  EBVS® European Veterinary Specialists in veterinary microbiology. This recognition not only assures the competency of the professionals but also ensures the provision of expert care to animals affected by microbiological diseases. To facilitate an environment where continuous learning is encouraged. This includes promoting advances in veterinary microbiology, organizing continuing educational courses, and emphasizing the significance of research. Equally crucial is the dissemination of this expansive knowledge among veterinary peers and the wider community.
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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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