Welcome to the official website of the European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia
The European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia (ECVAA) is the central authority regulating and certifying the standards of Specialisation in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Pain Management (analgesia) in Europe.
Specialist veterinary anaesthetists play a key role in anaesthesia and analgesia in all animal species and bring a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology to the practice of anaesthesia.
Veterinary anaesthesia specialists collaborate closely with colleagues in other disciplines, such as surgery, internal medicine, diagnostic imaging and critical care.
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Members' Area
Access the members area using the Member Icon on the top right of this page. If you are unable to log in please email website.ecvaa@gmail.com for assistance. Please do not use a different email address to create a second account.
Please bookmark the log in page (https://www.ecvaa.org).
New Residents
The Policies and Procedures of ECVAA may be found here.
Once you have found a Supervisor and Training Centre for your Residency programme you can:
- Create a single sign on (SSO) account by clicking on the link ‘Become a Resident’.
- Access your profile area, click on the link "APPLY" and fill out the webform.
- Upload and submit your signed residency enrolment form, as a pdf.
- See the ‘How To’ area of the website for Residency Enrolment forms.
- Please bookmark the log in page or (https://www.ecvaa.org).
News Flash
All ECVAA Diplomates and Residents are invited to contribute to the FVE Position Paper "The contribution of the veterinary profession to pandemic preparedness".
You may send your comments on the document (click here) by indicating the line numbers and your associated comment. Then email it to ecvaa.secretary@gmail.com before 13th October, so we can incorporate it and send an official reply to EBVS.
The FVE position paper outlines the ongoing contribution of the veterinary profession to the prevention and control of animal and zoonotic diseases and draws recommendations for decision-makers on the recognition of veterinary expertise on One Health and pandemic preparedness for the future.
The Veterinary Public Health and Sustainability Working Group, on behalf of the FVE Board, will compile your suggestions to improve the paper. This is your best chance to influence and contribute to the paper, and we will do our best to find the optimum wording from all the comments provided.
Matt Gurney
Past President, ECVAA
OBITUARY – MARTYN ALAN CAMBURN
With thanks to the Veterinary Record and Prof Eddie Clutton for permission to reproduce the obituary.
On November 23, 2023, at a solemn public meeting of the School of Veterinary Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, Professor Yves Moens was awarded an honorary doctorate. The ceremony, keeping to the ritual, was deeply humane and moving.
More photos here.
"The AVMA is honored to present Dr. Sheilah Robertson with the 2023 AVMA Animal Welfare Award, acknowledging her significant contributions to the field of animal welfare and her unwavering dedication to improving the lives of animals," said Dr. Lori Teller, president of the AVMA. "Through her research, leadership, education and advocacy, Dr. Robertson has demonstrated a lifetime commitment to advancing the wellbeing of animals and has made a lasting impact on the veterinary profession."
To read the citation for Dr Robertson, please click here.
Cynthia Trim Morpheus Award 2023
Professor Trim received the ECVAA Morpheus Award at the WCVAA Conference in Sydney, 2023. Cynthia joins the company of a number of ECVAA diplomates who have been recognised for their achievements in the world of veterinary anaesthesia, and we are delighted to celebrate her success. To read the citation for Professor Trim, please click here.
Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia is published on behalf of the Association of Veterinary Anaesthetists and the American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia and is the official journal of the following organisations:
- European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia,
- Veterinary Technician Anaesthesia Society,
- Academy of Veterinary Technician Anaesthetists,
- International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management.
Association of Veterinary Anaesthetists
ECVAA works closely with the Association of Veterinary Anaesthetists (AVA). The AVA is an active, enthusiastic group of veterinary surgeons and others (e.g. researchers, technicians, pharmacologists) who share an interest in animal anaesthesia, analgesia and animal welfare. They hold meetings twice a year at various venues in Europe which are open to all those who share their common interest.
The association brings together over 450 veterinary professionals working in more than 35 countries!
Website: https://ava.eu.com
Agenda
December 2024
- Deadline for application to Part A Exams
Apply using the form on the How To page of the website
January 2025
- Diplomates Annual Fee
Please pay the Diplomates annual fee by the end of January 2025.
Penalty fees apply after 31 March 2025.
February 2025
- Deadline for submission of annual Resident report
This report should be submitted online, annually, for the duration of a residency.
March 2025
- Part A New Exam System
Part A of the New Exam System will take place using remote software on Monday 3rd March.