Glossary
Veterinary specialistvétérinaire spécialiste
The title of veterinary specialist is reserved to vets who meet the diploma requirements of article R812-55 of the French Rural Code, in a specialty on the list set by the minister responsible for agriculture.
The Ordre keeps the list of veterinary specialists, published on its website. Exceptions to the use of the title are set out in article R812-56 of the French Rural Code.
A title obtained abroad, including a European college diploma, confers the French title only if it is recognised as equivalent, under the conditions set by ministerial order.
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See also
- Ordre des vétérinaires The Ordre des vétérinaires is the statutory body every practising vet in France must join; it keeps the register of vets and enforces professional ethics and independence (article L242-1 of the French Rural Code).
- Ordre registration number The Ordre registration number is the national registration number a vet holds with the Ordre des vétérinaires, and it must appear on the vet's personal stamp (article R242-38 of the French Rural Code).
- Veterinary code of professional conduct The veterinary code of professional conduct is the set of professional rules laid down in articles R242-32 and following of the French Rural Code; it applies in particular to vets practising in France under article L241-1 of that code.