An avian veterinarian is a
veterinarian
A veterinarian (vet), also known as a veterinary surgeon or veterinary physician, is a medical professional who practices veterinary medicine. They manage a wide range of health conditions and injuries in non-human animals. Along with this, vet ...
who specializes in treating
bird
Birds are a group of warm-blooded vertebrates constituting the class Aves (), characterised by feathers, toothless beaked jaws, the laying of hard-shelled eggs, a high metabolic rate, a four-chambered heart, and a strong yet lightweigh ...
s. All veterinarians, upon first qualification from a certified veterinary college, may treat any species.
Additional training is required for qualification to become a recognized specialist in the care of birds.
In the United States, a veterinarian can specialize in avian medicine and surgery via post-graduate training through the
American Board of Veterinary Practitioners
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and become a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (Avian Practice).
Avian veterinarians can become members of the
Association of Avian Veterinarians
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*Club (organization), an association of two or more people united by a common interest or goal
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for additional education opportunities including a journal and an annual conference.
In Europe, veterinarians become recognized as avian specialists by qualifying as a Diplomate of the European College of Zoological Medicine (Avian), and in Australia and New Zealand by qualifying as a Member or Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists.
See also
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Veterinary specialties
A veterinary specialist is a veterinarian who specializes in a clinical field of veterinary medicine.
A veterinary specialist may be consulted when an animal's condition requires specialized care above and beyond that which a regular veterinarian ...
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Well-bird exam
A well-bird exam is a check-up for birds which are assumed to be healthy. These examinations are frequently performed by an avian veterinarian when the bird is first acquired and annually thereafter.
The examination
The veterinarian will likely as ...
References
External links
American Board of Veterinary PractitionersAssociation of Avian Veterinarians
European Association of Avian Veterinarians''Journal of Avian Medicine and Surgery''
Animal care occupations
Birds and humans
Poultry diseases
Veterinary professions
Bird health
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