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IVC to merge with Evidensia
The chief executive of IVC, David Hillier, will become CEO of the combined group.
Combined group will have 500 clinics in eight countries

Corporate veterinary groups Independent Vet Care and Evidensia have announced their intention to combine their businesses, a move that will make them the largest veterinary group in Europe.

Independent Vet Care, which was founded in 2011, has over 315 clinics in the UK and employs around 800 veterinary surgeons. The group was acquired by EQT in December 2016.

Meanwhile, Evidensia has more than 180 clinics and hospitals across the Nordic region and central Europe. The business was established in 2012 as part of a merger between a number of veterinary clinics and hospitals in Sweden. Since then it has grown rapidly and now employs 1200 veterinary surgeons. It was acquired by EQT in October 2014.  

Together, IVC and Evidensia comprise around 500 clinics across eight countries.

The chief executive of IVC, David Hillier, will become CEO of the combined group.

Commenting on the merger, he said: “Our aim is to build the strongest and most respected veterinary group in Europe, founded on principles which are common to all of our practices: A passion for clinical care, a belief in teamwork, respect for the individual and entrepreneurship.

“The strong geographical presence of Evidensia in Northern Europe and of IVC in the United Kingdom is likewise complementary and will enable us to develop a dynamic network of leading clinical facilities which will benefit from our shared best practice and our improved purchasing power.”

Evidensia’s CEO, Martin Tiveus, added: “Having taken an active part in the IVC acquisition process, I am truly impressed with what David and his team has achieved so far.

“A merger between Evidensia and IVC will create the largest veterinary group in Europe and will benefit both pet owners, patients and our employees across Europe. I am proud of the team I have put together at Evidensia and I wish David and his new combined team all the best in shaping the future of veterinary care.”

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Submissions open for BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026

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 The BSAVA has opened submissions for the BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026.

It is an opportunity for applicants to present new research on any veterinary subject, such as the preliminary results of a study, discussion of a new technique or a description of an interesting case.

They must be based on high-quality clinical research conducted in industry, practice or academia, and summarised in 250 words.

Applications are welcome from vets, vet nurses, practice managers, and students.

Submissions are open until 6 March 2026. 

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