Surgery, Veterinary

**Definition:** A board-certified specialty of VETERINARY MEDICINE, requiring at least four years of special education, training, and practice of veterinary surgery after graduation from veterinary school. In the written, oral, and practical examinations candidates may choose either large or small animal surgery. (From AVMA Directory, 43d ed, p278)

**Tree numbers:** - H02.956.692

**Synonyms:** - Veterinary Surgery