What does ACVR mean in VETERINARY

The American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) is a professional medical association representing veterinarians specializing in veterinary radiology. It was established in 1996 to promote excellence in veterinary medicine by advancing the specialty of veterinary radiology through education, research and service. The ACVR provides certification for veterinarians who are specialists in veterinary radiology.

The ACVR provides certification for board-certified veterinary radiologists, promotes continuing education through webinars and annual conferences, facilitates research collaborations between veterinarians and scientists, and participates in public policy initiatives related to animal health.

To become a member, you must be a licensed veterinarian who has completed an approved residency program leading to specialization in veterinary radiology. All membership applications must be approved by vote of the College’s Council before final approval.

Yes, the ACVR offers a variety of educational resources including webinars on topics related to veterinary radiology and an annual conference that includes sessions focused on advances in technology, clinical case reports, and board review courses.

Veterinarians wishing to pursue board certification must complete an ACVR-approved residency program lasting at least three years, pass an examination administered by the college's Board Examination Committee, have their credentials reviewed and approved by the college's Credentialing Committee, and have their application voted on by members at Council Meeting.

Board certification with ACVR recognizes veterinarians for their expertise and commitment to excellence in veterinary radiology as well as evidence that they have made substantial contributions to their field through research or teaching activities or other professional activities such as service on committees or review panels. Those holding board-certification status may use "Diplomate" after their name while indicating membership within ACVR as well as identifying themselves as specialists within this field.

Yes, ACVR provides several publications intended for both practitioners and consumers including a quarterly newsletter entitled “Insights into Imaging” that contains articles from experts within various specialties within imaging sciences and "Imaging Matters" which briefly describes common imaging studies utilized within specific specialties. In addition ACVR publishes online monographs regarding specific subjects such as MRI safety guidelines for companion animals.

Yes, participation in most designated educational activities offered by ACVR will qualify veterinarians for Continuing Education (CE) credit hours available from all major CE providers including RACE (Registry of Approved Continuing Education), AAVSB (American Association of Veterinary State Boards), NAVC (North America Veterinary Community).