Published : 19 Feb 2026
Last Updated : 19 Feb 2026 10:04
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Veterinary Specialization in Spain: Evolution, Challenges, and Proposals for a Modern Professional Framework
Dr. Antonio M. Cruz
LV, MVM, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVS, Dipl. ECVS, Dipl. ACVSMR, Dipl. OCV (Surgery – Equine)
Veterinary medicine faces significant scientific, social, and regulatory challenges, and specialization has become essential for its development. However, Europe—and particularly Spain—still lacks a clear and coherent regulatory framework for veterinary specialization. This gap hinders professional recognition and allows the proliferation of unaccredited training programs, contributing to the continued migration of graduates seeking high-quality education abroad.
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