The purpose of the Academy of Veterinary Surgical Technicians (AVST) is to increase the competence of those who perform specialty duties in the field of veterinary surgery. The academy strives to ensure that the veterinary surgical technician possesses superior knowledge and skill in the care and management of surgical cases, surgical instruments, and the surgical suite. Visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/academyofveterinarysurgicaltechnicians to learn more about academy activities!