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December 2025 e-News
President's Message
Stephanie Janeczko, CAWA, DVM, MS, DABVP (Shelter Medicine Practice, Canine & Feline Practice)
Please join me in congratulating and welcoming the 60 outstanding veterinarians who joined us this month as our newest Diplomates! The road to becoming board certified in ABVP is challenging and we applaud the time, passion, and drive you’ve shown in achieving this milestone.You’re joining a group of more than 1,100 veterinarians who are equally passionate and committed to excellence in comprehensive, multi-disciplinary veterinary care across our 12 RVSs. This is an impressive group of individuals, no doubt, not only because of our collective professional accomplishments but because of who we are as a community – collaborative, kind, compassionate individuals who are eager to meet and support one another. We are excited to have you with us!
From committee work to events, mentorship, and leadership roles, volunteer efforts are what makes ABVP possible. Whether you’re a new Diplomate or have been with us for years, your involvement will strengthen our community, broaden our perspectives, and reinforce our shared commitment to excellence in veterinary medicine. Please consider volunteering in the year ahead.
Symposium is a great place to experience the strength of the ABVP community in person – it’s an excellent opportunity for networking and connection with robust scientific sessions. The CE committee has planned an outstanding event for 2026 and I hope to see many of you in Boston April 9-12th next year. Don’t forget to snag a ticket to our Annual Awards dinner and register before February 27 to take advantage of early bird rates!
I hope this holiday season is filled with opportunities to relax and recharge, time with loved ones, all the things that bring you joy. Looking ahead to the coming year, I’m excited for what comes next as we explore new ways to engage, connect, and grow together. Do you have an idea or suggestion? We’d love to hear from you!
Your December MOC Update
Sonnya Dennis, DVM, DABVP (Canine & Feline Practice), MOC Chair
Question about your MOC? Please allow extra time for your RVS MOC Vice Chair to review your points applications through the holidays. Feel free to email your RVS (specialty) Vice Chair with any questions. They are there to help you.
The email addresses are below and in the MOC Handbook.
- Anthony Pilny: Avian
- Dan Posey: Beef, Dairy, and Food Animal
- Sunita Driehuys: Canine & Feline
- Amy Santonastaso: Equine
- Amanda Steinagel: Exotic Companion Mammal
- Rachel Seder: Feline
- David Marancik: Fish
- Heather Bjornebo: Reptile and Amphibian
- Uri Donnett: Shelter
Remember! If you were due for MOC in 2025 and did not do so, you must remove the credentials from all business and personal information after 12/31/25.
QUICK LINKS
MOC webpage, Journal Club, add me to the Google Group/Listserv!
Technical issues with Prolydian?
If you have a simple technical issue please contact Prolydian at support+abvp@prolydian.com before emailing info@abvp.com.
Diversity Equity Inclusion and Wellbeing (DEIW) Corner
Nik Weber, DVM, DABVP (Canine & Feline Practice, Avian Practice), DEI Chair
Happy Holidays from the DEIW Committee!
As the year draws to a close, we extend our heartfelt wishes for peace, happiness, and renewal.
This season reminds us of the importance of kindness, compassion, and the bonds that connect us. May your holidays be filled with warmth, love, and moments of reflection that inspire hope for the year ahead.
We wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year.
ABVP Member CV Upload Portal Is Now Live!
Stephen Pittenger, DVM, DABVP (Canine & Feline Practice), FF-ABVP-EP, President Elect
As ABVP continues to grow each year, it’s more important than ever that we stay connected to the incredible work our members are doing—both within and beyond veterinary medicine. To help us do that, we now have a secure web portal for members to upload their Curriculum Vitae (CV).
We already collect CVs from applicants during the credentialing cycle, but now we are asking all current members to upload an updated CV as well. Your CV helps us better understand your experience, interests, and professional activities so we can better match members with opportunities and organizational needs.
All members serving on committees should upload their CV so we have a clearer picture of current commitments. New members who are not yet volunteering are also encouraged to upload their CVs so they can be considered for the many roles that help support ABVP. We further request that members update their CV in the portal whenever a major professional change occurs (new position, certification, publications, leadership roles, etc.).
How to Upload Your CV:
- Go to ABVP.com
- Click on Diplomate Login
- Log into Prolydian
- On the left side of the screen, find “My Member Actions”
- Click “Submit Your CV” and upload your most current CV
Thank you for helping ABVP stay connected, informed, and strong through your continued engagement and professional service.
ABVP Residency
Elise Gingrich, DVM, MPH, MS, DACVPM, DABVP (Shelter Medicine Practice)
The Residency Committee Needs You!
We still need your help to support future Diplomates! The primary responsibility of the committee is to evaluate resident progress by reviewing their training logs, which are submitted every six months. It’s a great way to support future diplomates and your colleagues who are training them!
Committee members will also help review applications for new residency programs. We can use help in every RVS, but really need more support for Avian, Beef, Dairy, and ECM. The more committee members, the lighter the workload for everyone!
If you’re interested in volunteering for the Residency Committee or have questions, please reach out to me directly.
Extend Your Skills and Expertise with ABVP Fellowship Training
Mike Dutton, MS, DVM, DABVP, CE Chair
ABVP offers three fellowships. Each is approximately 12 months long and has been developed to teach you advanced and critical skills. Successful completion allows you to call yourself a Fellow of the particular Fellowship.
- Canine & Feline Emergency Practice
- Companion Animal Pain Management
- Canine & Feline Orthopedics
Check out more details below.
ABVP 2026 Symposium Registration
The ABVP Symposium is back! Join us for an unforgettable gathering of veterinary professionals from across the country. This year’s event brings you exceptional CE, inspiring keynote speakers, and cutting-edge updates in veterinary medicine.
Dates: April 9 - April 12, 2026
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Hotel Information:
The Westin Boston Seaport District
425 Summer Street
Boston, MA 02210
ABVP VIN Rounds
ABVP is happy to partner with VIN to make Rounds available to all ABVP Diplomates. You must be a VIN member and/or an ABVP Diplomate to attend. Those who attend the live session earn 1 hour of CE credit. Sessions are also recorded for viewing later with NO CE credit attached.
Save The Dates!
Sunday, January 25, 8 PM Central Time
Exotic Companion Mammal Dentistry Essentials
Kristen Turner, DVM, DABVP (Exotic Companion Mammal Practice)
If you have not received access to VIN, please email VIN directly at rounds@vin.com. ABVP cannot assist with access since Rounds are on the VIN platform.
If you are a newer Diplomate and interested in presenting, please email vinrounds@abvp.com. Each lecture is about 50 minutes long and you will need to keep an eye on your lecture's message board after the lecture for a couple of weeks. VIN will pay you for your lecture. ABVP will help you with your lecture by assigning you a mentor, if you would like.
Residency and Job Postings
Don’t forget that ABVP has classified listings for open positions all over the world!
December 31, 2025
- Final date to be called a Diplomate for those who failed to MOC on time
January 15, 2026
Credentials deadline for both Initial Applications and Re-Applications. All documentation must be submitted online by 11:59 PM Central Time
Swine Health Management Entry Exam registration and fee deadline. Registration must be completed online account by 11:59 PM Central Time
Semi-Annual Residency Logs deadline. Logs must be submitted online by 11:59 PM Central Time
April 9-12, 2026
- ABVP Symposium, Boston, Massachusetts
July 1, 2026
- 2026-2027 Diplomate and Emeritus Diplomate fees payable
July 15, 2026
Semi-Annual Residency Logs deadline. Logs must be submitted online by 11:59 PM Central Time
MOC Renewal Applications deadline
