American College of Veterinary Emergency Critical Care (ACVECC)

American College of Veterinary Emergency Critical Care (ACVECC) ACVECC is a group of veterinary specialists who have undergone specialized training in the field of emergency and critical care.
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There are only about 1000 of us in the world! A specialist in emergency and critical care is a specially trained veterinarian who is dedicated to treating life-threatening conditions. Yes, they do have additional training! They must first be a graduate of a recognized veterinary school, then receive a minimum (or equivalent) of 3 additional years of intense training in emergency, surgery and critical care through completion of an American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC)-approved training program. This intense program is referred to as a “residency” in emergency and critical care and focuses on the most up-to-date techniques for diagnosis and treatment of life-threatening disease processes in an emergency, and for the critical time while the animal is recovering. The emergency and critical care residency is supervised by mentors who have been through similar training programs and are themselves board-certified Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (DACVECC). Once the veterinarian has completed these years of specialty residency training, the individual must then pass a tough board -certification examination given by the ACVECC. Upon successful completion of the training and passing of the examination, the veterinarian is a Diplomate of the ACVECC, is termed a “specialist”, and is board-certified in veterinary emergency and critical care.

10/16/2025

As this week draws to a close, let us remember to thank the amazing technicians that care for patients, care for us and teach us far more than we can imagine. Of all the areas in veterinary medicine, ECC technicians are the proverbial "rock stars". We love you more than a taco truck or potato bar celebration can demonstrate!

During Veterinary Technician Week, we proudly celebrate the critical role veterinary technicians play in emergency and c...
10/16/2025

During Veterinary Technician Week, we proudly celebrate the critical role veterinary technicians play in emergency and critical care.

Your expertise, compassion, and commitment save lives every day — and our specialty is stronger because of you.

Thank you for everything you do for your patients, your teams, and our profession. 💙🐾

10/13/2025
CRE in the news! Who else dreads finding it in your hospital? 😩
10/05/2025

CRE in the news! Who else dreads finding it in your hospital? 😩

Investigations into human and animal infections caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria in Massachusetts reveal genetic links that hint at potential transmission between pets and their owners, researchers reported last week in Clinical Infectious Diseases.

ACVECC is saddened to hear of the loss of Dr. Jane Goodall. Our thoughts are with her family and friends, both human and...
10/02/2025

ACVECC is saddened to hear of the loss of Dr. Jane Goodall. Our thoughts are with her family and friends, both human and chimpanzee.

09/28/2025

Rabies can sometimes come in cute little packages, but don't be fooled...rabies kills, and even indoor pets are at risk.

Here are 6️⃣ ways you can prevent this disease and protect yourself and your animals. Visit avma.org/Rabies to learn more.

Way to go, doc!
09/20/2025

Way to go, doc!

Captive animals sometimes need a transfusion, but the typical approach to blood banking isn’t practical for zoos and aquariums. One veterinarian is testing a solution.

Way to go!
09/17/2025

Way to go!

Jet Black Dasher, a quarter horse mare, arrived at the Texas A&M Large Animal Teaching Hospital in critical condition, showing rapid-onset symptoms from liver disease.

After becoming the hospital’s first patient to receive an innovative hemoperfusion treatment through a new clinical trial, the 4-year-old mare now has a second chance at life.

Follow this link to learn more about Jet Black Dasher and her life-saving treatment: https://vetmed.tamu.edu/news/press-releases/new-hemoperfusion-clinical-trial/

09/15/2025

What do you do with this? 8 year Bulldog. Collapsed yesterday, seems fine today

Almost a quarter century
09/11/2025

Almost a quarter century

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