The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(6) organization dedicated to improving the lives of animals and people through education, training and certification of specialists in veterinary internal medicine, discovery and dissemination of new medical knowledge, and increasing public awareness of advances in veterinary medical care. The ACVIM is the international certifying organization for veterinary specialists in cardiology, large animal internal medicine, neurology, nutrition, oncology and small animal internal medicine.
As a not-for-profit organization, the ACVIM promotes and fosters scientific and professional activities that lead to better care for both animals and humans through:In 1973, the ACVIM received probationary approval from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). The ACVIM's Constitution and Bylaws were approved during the AVMA convention in Philadelphia that same year. Full recognition of the ACVIM by the AVMA was achieved in 1980. The ACVIM is overseen by a Board of Regents.
In addition to completing undergraduate training and four years of veterinary school, Board-Certified Veterinary Specialists are similar to their human medical counterparts in that they have completed an internship and residency in their specialized field (an additional three to five years training). In addition to this extensive training, a Board-Certified Veterinary Specialist must pass rigorous examinations to achieve Board-Certification from the ACVIM. The ACVIM specialists bring a greater understanding in the area of internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, neurology or nutrition and have a greater knowledge of the unusual, the uncommon, or rare in both large and small animals.
Cardiologists focus on diagnosing and treating diseases of the heart and lungs.
Large Animal Internists focus on treating diseases of the internal systems in horses, cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs.
Neurologists focus on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord.
Nutritionists focus on nutritional management and treating nutrition-based health conditions in animals.
Oncologists focus on diagnosing and managing cancer, no matter the location of the tumor.
Small Animal Internists focus on treating diseases of the internal systems in dogs and cats. Where the diagnosis is known, an Internist may confirm the diagnosis and treatment, providing peace of mind. If a diagnosis is proving elusive or therapy is not proving effective, the Internist may be better able to find the diagnosis or adjust treatment plans to get the animal back to health.
The ACVIM encourages animal owners to obtain a referral from their family veterinarian whenever possible. This ensures the proper transfer of medical information and is beneficial to the animal and the Veterinary Specialist and will help your companion receive the best care possible. Animal owners should request a referral when:
If you believe your animal would benefit from a visit to a Board-Certified Veterinary Specialist, you are encouraged to work with your family veterinarian to complete a referral. You may also search our online database for a Specialist in your area.
The ACVIM has more than 3,800 active members, called ACVIM Diplomates, who are Board-certified in one or more of the six ACVIM specialties: Cardiology, Large Animal Internal Medicine, Neurology, Nutrition, Oncology and Small Animal Internal Medicine. You can learn more about ACVIM Diplomates and the work they do here >>
Please contact the ACVIM at ACVIM@ACVIM.org or call 303.231.9933 | 800.245.9081 (USA and Canada).
The dues year begins in October each year. Notices will be sent via email to the email address you have listed within your ACVIM Diplomate Dashboard.
Options for renewal:
Note that dues payments may be deductible on federal income tax returns as business expenses, but are not deductible as charitable contributions.
Please reach out to Membership@ACVIM.org with any questions regarding renewing your membership.
How do I access the JVIM?
The Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine (JVIM) is an online, open access format. Articles submitted to the JVIM which are accepted for publication benefit from this open access model, taking readership to a global audience. All JVIM articles published from 1997 through present are immediately free to read, download and share. Access the JVIM.
I am unable to access the online JVIM.
How do I receive content alerts when new articles are published?
Sign up for content alerts on the ACVIM website.
I signed up for content alerts but am not receiving them.
Email the editorial office with the email address you want alerts delivered to and we will have publisher update the address.
I’d like to get permission to reproduce JVIM content.
Detailed information on permissions and reuse for authors and the public, is available on the JVIM Online website. All articles on the JVIM Online website have a “Request Permissions” link.
Where can I find guidelines for article submission?
Please read our author guidelines available at the following locations.
• ScholarOne Manuscripts. Under Instructions & Forms in upper right corner. There you will find Author Guidelines.
• Wiley Online Library
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Our apologies. The system might be down for maintenance. Check the JVIM submission website for notices.
My Login ID to ScholarOne Manuscripts is not valid.
Contact the JVIM editorial office for help in resolving this issue.
My password for ScholarOne Manuscripts is not valid.
Go to the JVIM submission website and use the “Reset Password” function.
I have questions regarding the Article Publication Charge (APC)
Once acceptance has been confirmed with publisher, the corresponding author will receive an email from Wiley Author Customer Service to register for Author Services (if you have not already done so) where you can track your article progress and make payment arrangements. You may then opt to pay directly by credit card or request an invoice/proforma be sent to your preferred billing address. Contact Wiley Author Customer Service at cs-author@wiley.com for more information.
What is the Article Publication Charge?
Information available at the following locations.
How is the Article Publication Charge (APC) subsidy determined for ACVIM members?
I have questions regarding Open Access copyright.
Contact Wiley Author Customer Service for more information.
Is it possible to request a decision on a manuscript needed by a certain date?
We are unable to accelerate the review process. Our average time from submission to acceptance last year was 5.7 months.
I have questions regarding a deadline extension
Contact the JVIM editorial office with the requested date and reason for extension.
I’m experiencing problems uploading my document/figure
Contact the JVIM editorial office with the document/figure and we will upload/resolve issues for you.
I have a concern about an article proof
Contact the JVIM editorial office and we will help with resolution of the situation.
How do I access ACVIM Consensus Statements?
Go to the Consensus Statement section of the JVIM Online website.
Where can I find Research Abstracts (current and past years)?
Research Abstracts are published in the ACVIM Forum Proceedings and in the JVIM. For Research Abstracts published in the JVIM, go to the JVIM Online website.
Where can I find Research Reports?
Research Reports are published in the ACVIM Forum Proceedings and in the JVIM from 2014 onwards. For Research Reports published in the JVIM, go to the JVIM Online website.
What is the word length requirement for submission of Research Abstracts?
The word limit is 250 including abstract subheadings. Please review the guidelines available for the current ACVIM Forum.
How do I get a certificate for being a Research Abstract presenter?
We do not provide certificates for abstract presenters. We will create a letter explaining that your abstract was accepted and presented at the ACVIM Forum. Please contact us if you want this letter.
How can I access ACVIM Forum Proceedings?
Online Proceedings from 2002 through the current year are located on the Veterinary Information Network (VIN) website. For more information contact VIN at (800) 700-4636 (M-F 8:00 am-5:00 pm PT) or email VIN.
ACVIM Diplomate online access: Contact VIN to request a login ID and password.
ACVIM Forum attendee online access: You can only access the year you attended the ACVIM Forum. Contact VIN to request login ID and password for year you attended.
I would like to purchase individual session notes.
Curran Associates has hard copies of Proceedings from 2009 to present. Contact Curran Associates for purchase information.
I would like to purchase Forum Proceedings.
Curran Associates has hard copies of Proceedings from 2009 to present. Contact Curran Associates for purchase information.
I can’t find specific session notes in the published Proceedings
It’s likely that the presenter did not submit them. We can only give you contact information that is freely available to the public. If you can not find publicly available contact information please let us know as we may be able to provide a contact method to ask the speaker to contact you.
What is your policy on the re-use of Notes, Research Abstracts, and Research Reports?
You can print or copy the notes/research abstracts/research reports, or pass them along. You can not use them for commercial purposes without the consent of the author, or in the case of the research reports or research abstracts, permission from the publisher.
ACE courses are developed for ACVIM Diplomates and candidates, as well as ECEIM, ECVIM-CA and ECVN Diplomates and candidates only. Guests or children are not permitted to attend ACE courses.
Meeting rooms at the Viticus Center are flexible in size to accommodate large and small groups, and include a state-of-the-art surgery suite for hands-on labs. Easy access to Las Vegas from most airports and reasonable airfares make it an attractive destination for travelers all over the nation, especially during the winter months. Protocols for hands-on labs are reviewed and approved by the Institutional Animal Control and Use Committee (IACUC) under regulations set forth by the United States Department of Agriculture at the Viticus Center. The ACVIM’s Animal Use Policy is strictly enforced at the facility.
Be sure to check the individual course information when you register for cancellation deadlines. If you must cancel your registration, you will need to notify the ACVIM at 800.245.9081 or Learning@ACVIM.org. No refunds will be given if you cancel your registration after the deadline set forth during the registration process. If ACVIM cancels a course for any unforeseen reason, you will be notified immediately via email and will receive a full refund of your registration.
In Person Courses: Individual travel expenses incurred by you for the course will not be reimbursed should the ACVIM cancel the course.
Your Diplomate certificate becomes inactive and you will no longer be recognized Diplomate by the ACVIM. Individuals who lose diplomate status can regain their credentials by either
Each year that passes without the individual attaining the point goal, 7.5 points will be added to the necessary point total. After 5 years, the individual will no longer be given the option of making up points and must take the certification examination to regain Diplomate status.
ACVIM recognizes the potential impact to MOC due to the cancellation of numerous in-person Specialty level meetings, including the 2020 ACVIM Forum. Point value for MOC Template Activity 1.3 (Attendance of on-line webinars) is increased to ½ point per CE hour to help offset any negative effect COVID-19 has had on MOC. There will not be a MOC-Neutral year or a MOC grace year.