Did you know that we have Board Certified Surgeons on staff at Coral Springs Animal Hospital? What exactly is a board certified surgeon and how are they different from your regular veterinarian?? Read on to find out more! A veterinary surgeon has undergone additional training after veterinary school in order to become a specialist. This training consists of a minimum of a 1-year internship followed by a 3-year residency program that meets guidelines established by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS). During the residency there are specific training and caseload requirements that must be met. In addition to these requirements, applicants must perform research that is published in a scientific journal and then pass a rigorous examination. Specialists are called a “Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons” or a “board-certified surgeon.” All veterinarians may perform surgery as part of their veterinary practice. However, difficult cases may be best managed by a specialist. Board-certified surgeons work closely with the owner and the primary veterinarian before and after surgery in a team approach to ensure continuity of care for your animal. Most ACVS Diplomates work at large hospital or referral centers; therefore, in addition to having advanced surgical training, they also have access to state-of-the-art facilities, equipment and support staff that may not be available to your primary veterinarian. Veterinary surgeons are dedicated to providing the very best in surgical care. They also act as a resource for your primary veterinarian by providing consultations on difficult or unusual cases. With their advanced training, these specialists offer expertise that ensures the best possible outcome for the animal and animal owner. Share this with your friends on Facebook if you didn’t know! acvs.org/AnimalOwners/
Posted on: Mon, 10 Jun 2013 21:02:08 +0000
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