On the ACVO website, what is the primary purpose of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO)? Additionally, what are the three main requirements a veterinarian must fulfill to become a board-certified Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (DACVO®) after graduating veterinary school?
Navigate to 'acvo.org'. Click the 'Certification' link. Locate the 'PURPOSE & OBJECTIVES' section to find the primary purpose of the ACVO. Locate the 'What is the ACVO®?' section to find the requirements for becoming a DACVO®. State the ACVO's primary purpose and the three requirements for DACVO® certification.
Successfully navigate to the 'Certification' page. State that the primary purpose of the ACVO is to advance ophthalmology in all phases of veterinary medicine. Accurately list the three main requirements to become a DACVO® after graduating veterinary school: 1) attain a minimum of 12 months full-time clinical practice as a veterinarian, 2) complete a 3-year or longer residency training program in veterinary ophthalmology, and 3) pass the ABVO certifying examination.