The Florida Veterinary Medical Association is a professional organization that represents and advocates for veterinary professionals in the state but does not have regulatory authority.
The Florida Board of Veterinary Medicine is the regulatory body in the state of Florida responsible for overseeing and regulating the practice of veterinary medicine. The Board has legal authority and can take disciplinary actions against veterinarians and veterinary technicians for violations of state laws and regulations.
Its primary purpose is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by ensuring that licensed veterinarians and veterinary establishments in Florida adhere to established laws and regulations governing the practice of veterinary medicine.
For more information about the Florida Board of Veterinary Medicine, please visit their FAQ page.
The Florida Board of Veterinary Medicine is under the Department of Business and Professional Relations (DBPR).
Phone: 850-487-1395
Email: Fill out their contact form online at www.myfloridalicense.com/contactus
Please visit the DBPR website page to view the requirements for becoming licensed in Florida, renew an existing veterinary license, or make changes to an existing license.
Please visit the DBPR website page to file a complaint against a veterinarian.
You will need the veterinarian’s license number which can be found here.
