Advancement through excellence

Welcome to the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS)

The European College of Veterinary Surgeons is an organisation dedicated to the advancement and clinical practice of veterinary surgery for large and small animals. Our members have undertaken rigorous and lengthy post graduate training and examination to be accepted into the College as Diplomates. Together with our sister organisation the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, we represent the highest standards of surgical expertise available for treatment of large and small animals worldwide. 

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Dates for Your Diary

September 9 - 11, 2024

  • Credentials Committee meeting in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany

September 12 - 13, 2024

  • Board of Regents meeting in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany

October 25, 2024

  • Application deadline for the 2025 exam (the option to sign up will only be open to Residents eligible to sit the exam in 2025)

November 1, 2024

  • 12:00 (noon) GMT sharp - abstract submission deadline for the 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting. The system will close automatically at 12:00.

December 1, 2024

  • Deadline for Resident and Diplomate Research Grant submissions

ECVS for Diplomates

In order to become a Diplomate, veterinary surgeons, known as Residents, must undergo a rigorous Training Programme in either Large or Small animal surgery, supervised by recognised veterinary specialists (Diplomates).

Welcome and Congratulations to the New Diplomates 2024!

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