Nominations Invited For Prestigious BSAVA Awards

The BSAVA Awards allow us to acknowledge those colleagues who we consider to have gone above and beyond the call of duty, often going that extra mile for little or no reward. Each year the BSAVA presents awards in recognition of the contributions made by individuals working in the field of small animal medicine and surgery at a special event during the annual Congress in Birmingham. In most cases, nominations come from BSAVA members, or from within the profession at large. So nominate someone today so that effort that too often goes on unacknowledged can be rewarded. You can nominate in one or more of the categories online at www.bsava.com or for more information about nominating for 2012 email [email protected]. The deadline for nominations is 11 November. Previous recipients can be found online (About Us – Association Awards). As well as the nominated awards there is also the opportunity for individuals to apply for the BSAVA Frank Beattie Travel Scholarship. The scholarship, worth £4000 this year, is to help a BSAVA member to undertake a trip abroad to study a particular aspect of veterinary practice. You can apply for this online too, or email for details. The Awards

• Melton Award Awarded for meritorious contributions by veterinary surgeons to small animal veterinary practice. The award, which takes the form of BSAVA Manuals and a cheque, is open only to veterinary surgeons in general practice.
• J A Wight Memorial Award This award takes the form of an inscribed figure and a cheque. The award celebrates the memory of Alf Wight, otherwise known to millions as the fictitious James Herriot. Veterinary surgeons on the RCVS register are eligible as recipients of the award, which is presented to recognise outstanding contributions to the welfare of companion animals.
• Woodrow Award This award is presented to a member of the BSAVA for outstanding contributions in the field of small animal veterinary medicine. The award takes the form of BSAVA Manuals, a cheque and a silver salver held for one year and is in memory of C.E. Woodrow, a founder member and first President of the Association.
• Blaine Award This award is presented for outstanding contributions to the advancement of small animal veterinary medicine or surgery. The award takes the form of textbooks and a cheque. Veterinary surgeons and non-veterinary surgeons are eligible as recipients.
• Amoroso Award The award was instituted in memory of the late Professor E.C. Amoroso of the Royal Veterinary College. It is presented for outstanding contributions to small animal studies by a non-clinical member of university staff.
• Simon Award The Simon Award is presented to a member of the BSAVA for outstanding contributions in the field of veterinary surgery. Simon, a Golden Retriever owned by Mr J. Thomas, a blind telephone operator, also became blind and had his sight restored by surgery, enabling him to resume his full duties as a guide dog. Mr Thomas, in appreciation of the work and surgical skill which had made this possible, created this award at the 1962 Annual Congress. The award takes the form of a statuette of ‘Simon’, BSAVA Manuals and a cheque.
• Bourgelat Award This award is presented for outstanding contributions to the international field of small animal practice.

The link for the awards is - http://www.bsava.com/Home/AssociationAwards/tabid/193/Default.aspx

More from

• IVC Evidensia assembles expert team to run new £10m referral hospital
• Home delivery service can increase pet health plan sign-ups by 25%
• Research reveals vital clues to help fight anthelmintic resistance
• Lifetime Achievement Award recognises Harrogate vet’s dedication to improving the health and welfare of rabbits
• Bake sale at Leicestershire vet practice for good cause