*Note: Continuing Education postings are available for non-profit ophthalmology related groups only.

On-demand Education

During the Annual ACVO Conference, an 8-hour course designed to meet the needs of non-boarded general practitioners is offered. The presentations focus on improving the practitioner's ophthalmic knowledge for practice; when and how to treat, and when referrals are recommended. View more information or register for this course via the below button. (These are also recorded annually and on-demand services are available.)

When attending this course in person, three months access is provided to these recordings per attendee for free. Alternatively veterinarians may wish to purchase up to eight hours of on-demand content. Course topics by year are shown through the button link below. (Note: Online courses do not provide guaranteed CE credits, it will depend on your state licensing board's guidelines, a CE certificate is available upon request.)

These sessions are recorded and are available for purchase online at any time. 

View 1 hour presentation free.

Education Position Statement

The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) is a worldwide leader in the specialty of veterinary ophthalmology, recognized by the American Board of Veterinary Specialties of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).  In continually advancing the scientific and clinical aspects of this discipline, granting funding for new research in animal eye diseases and treatments, providing education and communication between those in the field, and establishing rigorous criteria for specialist training and certification, the ACVO and its members set the standard.

Veterinary ophthalmologists are committed to providing the very best in patient care.  The level of excellence set by the ACVO extends to both the exam room and the operating room.  Microsurgery on the cornea or intraocular structures in particular demands a level of skill that only comes with time, experience and training.  This applies to acquiring not only the appropriate technical proficiency to perform microsurgery, but also the clinical judgement needed to identify when it is needed, or to deal with potential complications.  Special instrumentation and a competence with the necessary equipment is also needed.  Just as you would likely prefer an experienced microsurgeon if you needed corneal or intraocular surgery, so might you prefer it for your pet. 

This is why the ACVO has put forth the following Education Position Statement:

This Statement should not be considered a legal or medical requirement, nor does the statement have punitive ramifications.  However, the ACVO believes that veterinary patients deserve the best care delivered to the highest standards whenever possible. That is why the ACVO strives for excellence in all aspects of veterinary ophthalmology, and continues to earn respect around the world.