In 1903, the Legislature enacted the Veterinary Practice Act, which authorizes the Veterinary Medical Examining Board to regulate the practice of veterinary medicine in Oregon. The board licenses veterinarians, Certified Veterinary Technicians and Euthanasia Technicians, ensuring that every applicant meets state and national requirements for education, testing and experience. The board protects the public and the public’s animals by making and enforcing rules for competency, health and safety standards for veterinarians and facilities. With a staff of three located in Portland, the board processes license applications and renewals, proposes and adopts or repeals rules and investigates complaints alleging violations of the Veterinary Practice Act.

The board is comprised of eight volunteer members: five veterinarians, two members of the public and one Certified Veterinary Technician. The board was the first in the country to elect a Certified Veterinary Technician to serve as chair. In 2016, the board began registering veterinary facilities in Oregon and, in 2017, began inspections to ensure practices meet all minimum standards.

Mailing Address: 800 NE Oregon St., Suite 407, Portland 97232

Telephone: 971-673-0224

Fax: 971-673-0226

General Email: ovmeb.info@state.or.us

Contact: Lori Makinen, Executive Director

Administrative Rules Coordinator Email: Lori Makinen 

Records Officer Email: Lori Makinen

Staff Directory from Oregon.gov

Location Map: by Google Maps

Statutory Authority: ORS 686.210

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