1. A veterinary dermatologist is a veterinarian who has been trained and successfully passed internationally recognized examinations and who holds a certificate and diploma from a specialist European college.

2. Upon successful completion of the required specialized education, the certification process includes requirements for clinical research, publication in a scientific journal, medical presentations and the demonstration of above-standard clinical case management.

3. The last step in the certification process is the successful completion of a multi-day comprehensive, complex examination provided by the European College of Veterinary Dermatology*. Only dermatologists with diplomatic status (ECVD or DECVD diploma) are recognized as experts by the veterinary community. The graduate is re-evaluated in terms of professional activity, including research and further education, every 5 years to ensure that he keeps up with new research and further developments in this field.

*European College of Veterinary Dermatology is an organization of veterinary specialists with a specialized certificate in veterinary dermatology. These experts have obtained the status of a certified specialist. The ECVD is recognized by the European Board of Veterinary Specialists and must maintain the highest standards of training and certification.