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Fellowship Day
Fellowship Day is our annual celebration of excellence within the veterinary profession, bringing together RCVS Fellows and colleagues from across the veterinary community for a day of connection, recognition and shared learning.
Find out more about Fellowship Day and explore highlights from the 2025 event, including videos of key discussions and memorable moments from the day.
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What is Fellowship Day?
Fellowship Day is our annual celebration of RCVS Fellows, bringing together colleagues from across the veterinary community for a day of connection, recognition and shared learning.
RCVS Fellowship plays a vital role in advancing veterinary standards by offering independent expertise for the benefit of the profession.
The event honours the achievements of Fellows while fostering ongoing collaboration and professional growth.
Who is eligible to become a Fellow?
RCVS Fellowship is open to veterinary surgeons who meet the eligibility criteria and demonstrate excellence in their field. Further information is available in our Fellowship application guidance.
What you can expect at Fellowship Day
Whether you’re new to the Fellowship or a long‑standing member, Fellowship Day offers you the opportunity to:
- Connect with colleagues, old and new
- Exchange ideas and knowledge
- Celebrate achievements across the profession
- Recognise the impact Fellows have on the veterinary profession
- Log valuable hours of Continuing professional development (CPD)
Fellowship Day 2025
Fellowship Day 2025 welcomed 51 new RCVS Fellows: 31 recognised for meritorious contributions to clinical practice, 18 for contributions to the profession, and two for contributions to veterinary knowledge.
Centred on the theme of One Health, the programme included a keynote address from Professor Matthew Baylis, interactive workshops on emergency response and disease surveillance, and presentations from veterinary students showcasing innovative research.
Fellowship Day 2025 highlights
Alongside celebrating the achievements of our new Fellows, Fellowship Day 2025 featured a series of thought‑provoking talks and collaborative discussions exploring the One Health theme.
Further session recordings and presentations from this and previous Fellowship Days are available on our YouTube channel via the links below.
Previous Fellowship Days
Watch highlights from the past three years.
Interested in becoming a Fellow?
If you are interested in becoming an RCVS Fellow, please visit our Fellowship application guidance to learn more about eligibility, criteria and how to apply.
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