A veterinarian is a licensed doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) and may provide vaccinations and other disease prevention treatments—and emergency care—for pet, equine, and food animal owners.
In Oregon, veterinarians are licensed professionals regulated by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board (OVMEB). They must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution and pass both national and state examinations to practice. Licensed veterinarians in Oregon are authorized to provide a range of medical services to animals, including vaccinations, disease prevention treatments, and emergency care. They can work with various types of animals such as pets, equine (horses), and food animals (cattle, pigs, etc.). The scope of practice for veterinarians is defined by state statutes and regulations, which also include standards for professional conduct and continuing education requirements to ensure that veterinarians provide care that meets current veterinary medical standards.