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ABVP Board Certification

ABVP Board Certification. Highly Rewarding, Extremely Challenging. ABVP Mission Statement. The mission of the ABVP is to advance the quality of veterinary practice through certification of veterinarians who demonstrate excellence in species-oriented clinical practice.

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ABVP Board Certification

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  1. ABVP Board Certification Highly Rewarding, Extremely Challenging

  2. ABVP Mission Statement • The mission of the ABVP is to advance the quality of veterinary practice through certification of veterinarians who demonstrate excellence in species-oriented clinical practice. • Practitionerswho excel in the art and science of veterinary practice are encouraged to apply for certification.

  3. In 1978 proposal acceptedby the AVMA First exam 1981: Of 103 candidates, 41 succeeded to become Diplomates Initial species categories: Companion Animal Equine Food Animal Over time, ABVP has expanded and refined its categories: Canine and Feline Feline Equine Food Animal Dairy Beef Cattle Swine Health Management Avian Exotic Companion Mammal History of ABVP

  4. ABVP: Over 800 Diplomates Strong • Canine and Feline: 451 • Avian: 129 • Equine: 82 • Feline: 78 • Dairy: 36 • Food Animal: 23 • Swine Health Mgt: 23 • Beef Cattle: 12 As of 02/2008

  5. Why Become Certified? • Next step for clinicians in high quality private practice • Certifies practitioners with skill, knowledge and competency in the care of the “total patient” • Demands self improvement • Expects maintenance of competency To become CERTIFIED, you must be one of the following: Graduate of AVMA-accredited veterinary college or Certified by ECFVG or Licensed to practice in any country EXCEPTIONAL COMPASSIONATE DRIVEN FOCUSED PROUD

  6. What Does Certification Really Mean? • “Diplomate” status is granted by the ABVP under the approval of the American Board of Veterinary Specialties, an official committee of the AVMA • Intended as a professional and public recognition of advanced knowledge, skills and competency • Unlike other veterinary specialties that are narrowly focused (e.g. ophthalmology, cardiology, pathology), ABVP Diplomates demonstrate excellence in the care of the total patient • Referrals are not the goal of ABVP, although many Diplomates have earned the trust and respect of colleagues

  7. What is the process? • Application • Credentials Review • Studying • Examination ABVP Diplomate = Exceptionally talented veterinarians who reach beyond the expected and embrace challenges because it is their passion

  8. Application Timeline • Applications due January 15 • Credential review completed April 15 • Notification letters sent out June 1 • Study, Study, Study • Register for exam by September 1 • Exam 1st or 2nd weekend in November

  9. Application • Curriculum vitae • Synopsis of Veterinary Practice since graduation • Self-report job experience form • Applicant evaluation forms • Manuscripts (2 Case Reports) except approved residencies and SHM • Continuing education last 5 years (90 hrs) • Fee

  10. What Should the Curriculum Vitae Include? • Personal Information • Professional Information • Synopsis of veterinary practice since graduation • Match-up with ABVP practice category • Self-report job experience form

  11. Applicant Evaluations • Three evaluations • One from a Board Certified Diplomate • Evaluation of practice abilities and personal qualities

  12. Writing the Case Report • Two case reports concerning animals personally diagnosed and treated (in practice category) • Designed to demonstrate professional expertise and ability to practice at a high-quality Diplomate level • Cases must be seen in the past five years • Previously published reports are acceptable (if publication date within five years) • Important note: Submissions must be in ABVP-specified format which differs from professional journals

  13. Choose Your Cases Carefully! • Must have adequate literature review • Demonstrate a logical thought process • Must be well defended • Follow ABVP guidelines! • Do not choose an unusual case • Use cases that relate to your practice category The most common reason for failing to credential is inadequate case reports!!! Both case reports must pass to qualify. (If one or both reports fail, they may be rewritten and resubmitted the next year.)

  14. Show What You Know • Significant presenting signs • Diagnostic characteristics • Problem lists • Pathophysiology • Differential diagnoses • Treatments • Management options

  15. Show What You Have Done • Table for ALL lab work • Supporting visual aids (photos, imaging, graphics, tables, copies of radiographs) • Correct terminology • Citation of products • Citation of references • Do not send original dx records

  16. Follow Instructions • Proper format • Double spaced, quality paper quality printing, numbered pages • All Five (5) copies of original quality • Check spelling • Keep a copy for your files!

  17. Case Report Review • Mentors are available from ABVP • interested in your success • Outside review is OK! Encouraged! • Choose outside reviewers carefully (they offer an opinion, not a guarantee) • This is your work to become a Diplomate. Take pride in it!

  18. The Review Process The Credentials Committee, made up of volunteer Diplomates in each species category, will evaluate and score each application. By June 1, applicants will be informed if their credentials and case reports have been accepted or rejected.

  19. Studying for the Exam Studying for the Exam • Systematic organized study plan • Start early • Read frequently • Recognize and develop your weak areas • Use active cases to learn and reinforce knowledge

  20. Preparing For The Exam • General Texts, Medical Dictionary • Physiology: Guyton or Ganong • Others: Compendium, JAVMA, JAAHA

  21. The “Unified” Examination One Time. One Place. • All category exams taken at the same time* • 1st or 2nd weekend in November • Central Location – Chicago O’Hare Marriott • Friday evening, Saturday, Sunday morning • *Exception: Swine Health Management exams are given at the annual AASV conference

  22. Examination format • Friday evening 5:00 p.m. • Practicals • Saturday morning 8:00 a.m. • Specialty, Part I • Saturday afternoon 2:00 p.m. • Specialty, Part II • Sunday morning 8:00 a.m. • Practicals Check in begins 30 minutes before examination time EXCEPTIONAL COMPASSIONATE DRIVEN FOCUSED PROUD

  23. ABVP Fees • Application..………………… $330 • Reapplication………………. $220 • Examination…...…………… $440 • Re-examination…...……….. $440 • Recertification……………… $275 • Diplomate Renewal……….. $220 • Emeritus Renewal ………….$50 updated 02/2008

  24. ABVP • Recognizes quality practitioners • Recertification required - eligible in year 8, 9, or 10 • Membership driven • Responsive to changing needs of Veterinary Medicine

  25. Join us in Austin, Texas! Open to all Veterinarians Make plans to attend the 14th Annual ABVP Symposium, April 16-19 at the downtown Omni Hotel in Austin, TX. Species tracks will include Canine, Feline, Avian, Bovine, Equine, Small Ruminant & Exotic Companion Mammal.

  26. PROUD TO BE ABVP! FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jeff Allen, Executive Director 618 Church St., Suite 220 Nashville, TN 37219 800-697-3583 www.abvp.com abvp@xmi-amc.com

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