BEVA Appoints New President
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BEVA appoints new President
Jonathan Pycock, an equine claims consultant for the Veterinary Defence Society (VDS) and equine reproduction expert, has been appointed as President of the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) for 2016/17. He takes over the role from Vicki Nicholls at the end of BEVA Congress 13-16 September 2017. Renate Weller becomes President Elect.
Jon Pycock qualified from the Royal Veterinary College, after which he completed a PhD in mare gynaecology. He went on to work the UK breeding season for private equine practices both in the UK and the southern hemisphere before taking a position at the University of Utrecht Veterinary School in the Netherlands as Assistant Professor in the Reproduction Department. Jon set up his own successful practice Equine Reproductive Services in 1996. He sold the business to colleagues when he was appointed as an equine claims consultant for the VDS. He also lectures worldwide on all aspects of equine reproduction and how to avoid litigation in equine practice.
Jon joined BEVA Council for the second time in 2014 and has been heavily involved in the Clinical Practice and Ethics and Welfare Committees.
During his Presidency Jon intends to help members celebrate the positives of a career as an equine veterinary professional. He hopes to assist colleagues to achieve the correct work/life balance and encourage active participation in the Association. He is keen to encourage interest in equine reproduction to address the shortfall of research in this area. He also aims to develop and take forward the many relationships BEVA has with other equine organisations throughout Europe and the world.
He said: “I feel honoured and privileged to have been given the opportunity to be BEVA President. It is a responsibility I do not take lightly. I am well up for doing my best and am 100% ready for the challenging and exciting year ahead.”
For further information visit www.beva.org.uk.
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