American Board of Veterinary Ophthalmology®
The primary objective of the ABVO® is the protection and preservation of the public interest by overseeing accreditation (residency training, credentialing, examination and maintenance of certification) of Veterinary Ophthalmologists.
Announcements
All policy changes, deadline changes, reminders, and notices will be posted on this web page. Check frequently for updates.
Credentialing
ABVO oversees credentialing, residency approval and examination processes for doctors of veterinary medicine who are training to board as an ophthalmologist/specialist.
Critical Deadlines
All key deadlines for committees, residents, candidates and the board are always located on this page.
Maintenance of Certification
The ABVO® oversees maintenance of certification requirements for all veterinary ophthalmologist boarded after 2015. All Diplomates are strongly encouraged to maintain their training to update their skills and education in the field. Applying for MOC will help show the public how much you are willing to invest in continuing education.
Anti-Discrimination Statement
We are saddened by recent tragic events that continued a long history of senseless violence that too often ends in the devastating loss of innocent lives, especially in our Black communities. In times like these, listening with compassion to experiences that differ from our own is critical to start the important work towards solutions. As stated in our Harassment & Discrimination Policy, the ACVO does not tolerate and condemns any form of harassment or discriminatory conduct of any kind, including but not limited to that based on race, ethnic or national origin, color, gender identity and expression, and religious or political affiliation...
Please read the full ACVO BOR/ABVO Joint Statement here.
Ethics & Professionalism
ACVO Diplomates meet and maintain the highest medical and practice standards to provide the highest level of veterinary ophthalmology services to their clients.
The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) strongly recommends that any ocular surgery necessitating micro surgical techniques on animals, be performed by, or under the supervision of, a board certified veterinary ophthalmologist.
