The International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting excellence in the practice of veterinary acupuncture as an integrative part of veterinary medicine. IVAS is an incorporated educational and membership based organization.
The mission of the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society is to provide, promote and support veterinary acupuncture and related treatment modalities through quality basic, advanced and continuing education; internationally recognized certification for veterinarians; and support responsible research.
The vision of the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society is to provide worldwide professional leadership advocating for veterinary acupuncture, related treatment modalities and striving to establish acupuncture as part of modern veterinary medicine.