Excellence in Veterinary Care Throughout the World.
The American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) is committed to recognizing and advancing excellence in species-specialized veterinary practice.
Committed to Care
Founded in 1978, ABVP Diplomates have a common desire and willingness to deliver superior, comprehensive, multi-disciplinary veterinary care, and have demonstrated expertise in the broad range of clinical subjects relevant to their species specialty and whole patient, life-long care.
Certification
Our Standards
ABVP is an AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organization™ (RVSO) for certification of each AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty™ (RVS) listed below. Additionally, ABVP undergoes a comprehensive evaluation every three years by the American Board of Veterinary Specialties (ABVS) to uphold the highest standards for the certification and maintenance of certification process.
Specialties
Recognized Veterinary Practices
Veterinarians who certify in a Recognized Veterinary Specialty (RVS) become a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (DABVP) of that RVS.
ABVP currently certifies veterinarians in twelve separate specialties.
Commitment
Aligning with the Best Practitioners in the Field
Certification takes dedication, adherence to high standards of practice and continuing education. Ultimately, it sets you apart— among the most ambitious, forward-thinking professionals in veterinary care, driven by a commitment to the well-being of animals and those who care for them.
Get Certified
Become a Specialist
Count yourself amongst a very small group of specialists who earned the Diplomate title and join an elite cadre of species-specialized veterinarians dedicated to veterinary excellence. Start your journey to certification today.