WHAT IS THE ACVO?
The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists® is an organization, not an actual physical location, that has established certifying criteria for ophthalmologists. The College certifies veterinarians in ophthalmology in addition to providing traditional 'association' services to those Diplomates, company partners and the public. The ACVO is not an institution of higher education and is not authorized to award degrees or college credit.

ACVO General Information Brochure

 
The purpose of the ACVO is to advance ophthalmology in all phases of veterinary medicine. 

Objectives are to:

  • provide an organizational structure to facilitate efficient exchange of ideas of interest to specialists in veterinary and comparative ophthalmology, 
  • encourage education, training, and research in veterinary ophthalmology,
  • establish standards of training and experience in this field and to recognize individuals who have fulfilled such standards.
CURRENT MEMBERSHIP (October 2011 - October 2012)
(New Diplomates are boarded each fall after passing all exams.)

Active Diplomates - 352
Inactive Diplomates - 5
Emeritus Diplomates - 20
Honorary Diplomates - 5

ASSOCIATIONS OF ACTIVE DIPLOMATES

Practicing in:
Academia - 61  
Industry - 2
Government - 2
Practice - 266
FEMALE TO MALE RATIO  
190:180  
   
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