Food Animal Practice

The American Board of Veterinary Practitioners is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association to provide board certifications in ten species categories, including Food Animal. Veterinarians who certify in this category become ABVP-boarded Diplomates, certified in Food Animal Practice. Food Animal is the broadest of ABVP’s food production categories, which also include Dairy Practice, Beef Cattle Practice and Swine Health Management.

Whether you are considering or actively pursuing ABVP certification in Food Animal Practice, the following documents will help explain the application and exam process. The Applicant Handbook in particular provides a wealth of information. It is ABVP’s official guide to assisting veterinarians with board certification. Included are detailed instructions regarding application materials, recommendations for exam preparation and much more. Additional resources are also available in the Certification section of the website.

Should you have any additional questions about certification in Food Animal Practice, please feel free to contact the ABVP office at 800.697.3583 or the Food Animal Regent listed below.

Food Animal Regent

Dr. Billy I. Smith

University of Pennsylvania
New Bolton Center
382 West Street Road
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Office: 610.925.6310
Fax: 610.925.6803
Email: bis@vet.upenn.edu