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European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging®

The European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging® (ECVDI®) is an organisation whose goals are to advance veterinary diagnostic imaging in Europe and increase the competence of those who practise in this field.

The college establishes guidelines for post-graduate education and experience prerequisite for becoming a specialist in veterinary diagnostic imaging, and also examines and certifies veterinarians as specialists in veterinary diagnostic imaging to serve the veterinary profession and the public in general.

Mission 

Our mission is to ensure that our members are equipped to provide the highest quality of veterinary care and advanced knowledge in veterinary diagnostic imaging and radiation oncology and to help them to disseminate that knowledge.

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Veterinary Professionals

Specialists in diagnostic imaging are an important part of the patient care team. ECVDI® Diplomates are on top of the rapid advancement in technology that has resulted in digital imaging and advanced cross-sectional techniques. Diplomates are available in University and private practice to provide expert interpretation of all types of images.

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EVDI Annual Congress - Athens, Greece 18-21 September 2024

The meeting represents the largest gathering of members of the veterinary diagnostic imaging community in Europe. During the congress we will maximise every opportunity to provide an interactive discussion between radiologist and internal medicine, neurologists, oncologists, exotic animal specialists etc. Artificial intelligence updates and forensic radiology novel modality will also be further discussed during this exciting event

 

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Members

The ECVDI® membership consists of Diplomates, Associate Members, Honorary Members, and Retired Members. There are currently 424 certified Diplomates, 22 Associate Members, 25 retired Members. There are 34 new Diplomates via examination 2024 (31 small animal track, 3 large animal track). There are also 175 residents active in the College.

Selected ECVDI® Diplomates carry the add on title in radiation oncology. Those individuals are qualified to provide expert care in treating your pet with radiation therapy, as commonly applied in cancer treatment using specialised radiation therapy equipement.

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Pet Owners

ECVDI® Diplomates are a vital part of the health care team that cares for all types of animals. The interaction between you and your primary care veterinarian is enhanced by specialist interpretation of diagnostic images, helping the team provide the best possible care for your animal.

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The ECVDI is a keen supporter of the establishment of Veterinary Radiation Oncology in Europe 

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Veterinary Radiation Oncology

We are delighted to share that the Radiation Oncology Subspecialty, shared between ECVDI and ECVIM-CA [Oncol], has been approved by EBVS, on the 28th of April, replacing the add on Radiation Oncology Programme.
We are pleased to be able to offer a standard radiation oncology training programme within the framework of the EBVS now.
 

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Artificial Intelligence
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In collaboration with the ACVR a panel was set up to investigate the use of AI in veterinary radiology and to promote a greater leadership in this field between the two colleges...

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Follow the ECVDI discussions, post your own topic on the forum and share information with the community

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Our strategic plan
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Strategic Plan: 2019 - 2022

The ECVDI is a certifying organisation with a mandate to set and uphold the standards of excellence in veterinary diagnostic imaging and radiation oncology. Our mission is to ensure that our members are equipped to provide the highest quality of veterinary care and advanced knowledge in veterinary diagnostic imaging and radiation oncology and to help them to disseminate that knowledge. In order to meet this mandate, the ECVDI Executive Committee has set a strategic plan which clearly communicates the objectives to effectively utilise its limited financial, volunteer, and staff resources.

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Timeline

September 2024

November 2024

  • ECVDI RIVDI Mock Board

    ECVDI RIVDI mock board for those eligible to sit the practical exam.

    More details to follow.

January 2025

Executive committee
Susanne Boroffka
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Susanne Boroffka, President

Fintan McEvoy
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Fintan McEvoy, Vice-President

Chris Warren-Smith
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Chris Warren-Smith, Past-President

Alison King, Treasurer
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Alison King, Treasurer

Veerle Volckaert, Secretary Designate
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Veerle Volckaert, Secretary