Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Nutrition Specialty
Awarded by American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine · since Merged into ACVIM October 2021 (formerly ACVN)
What this means for your pet
The highest level of veterinary nutrition qualification in North America, recognised internationally. Expert clinical nutrition management for complex dietary needs and metabolic diseases.
About this accreditation
American board certification for veterinary nutrition specialists. Requires veterinary degree, 1-year internship, 2-3 year residency under a board-certified nutritionist, research, 3 case reports, and a two-day board examination. Extremely rare in the UK (~1 provider).
Who can hold this accreditation
Must be a veterinary surgeon who has completed a recognised residency in nutrition under a board-certified mentor, conducted research, submitted 3 case reports, and passed a two-day board exam.
Referral requirement
As a vet, can see patients directly. Must be RCVS-registered to practise in the UK.
Title protection
'Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist' is a registered trademark of the ACVIM. RCVS recognises DipACVIM for specialist list eligibility.
Professional oversight
Continuing Professional Development
ACVIM requires ongoing CPD for maintenance of certification
Complaints process
RCVS for UK practice
Insurance
Required as RCVS-registered vet
Legal basis
Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966
Accredited providers (1)
- Dr Dan ChanNutritionistCamden, NW1 0TU
Quick facts
Abbreviation
DipACVIM-Nutrition
Issuing body
American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Type
board certification
Protected title
Yes
Practitioner is a vet
Yes
Providers listed
1