The BSAVA is calling on veterinary surgeons to vote for colleagues that they feel are deserving of one of the Association's prestigious awards.

The awards are:

  • Amoroso Award  - Instituted in memory of the late Professor E.C. Amoroso for outstanding contributions to small animal studies by a non-clinical member of university staff.
  • Melton Award - Presented for meritorious contributions by veterinary surgeons to small animal veterinary practice.
  • Simon Award - The Simon Award is presented a member of the BSAVA for outstanding contributions in the field of veterinary surgery.
  • Woodrow Award - A member of the BSAVA gets this award for outstanding contributions in the field of small animal veterinary medicine.
  • J.A. Wight Memorial Award - This Award is presented by the Blue Cross animal welfare charity to celebrate the memory of Alf Wight, otherwise known to millions as the fictitious James Herriot. All RCVS registered vets are eligible as recipients of the Award, which is presented to recognise outstanding contributions to the welfare of companion animals.
  • Blaine Award - This Award is presented for outstanding contributions to the advancement of small animal veterinary medicine or surgery.
  • Bourgelat Award - This Award is presented by the BSAVA as the primary international recognition for really outstanding contributions to the field of small animal practice.

All members of BSAVA are eligible to vote - either in just one, or multiple categories. Visit www.bsava.com/awards or call 01452 726705 for details.

The deadline for votes is 14 September. The Awards Ceremony will take place at BSAVA Congress 4-7 April 2013.

In addition, the Association is inviting applications for the Frank Beattie Travel Scholarship. Established in 1988 in memory of Frank Beattie, a well respected veterinary surgeon and a long-standing member of the BSAVA, it is awarded annually from a generous gift given by Frank's widow, Annie. The scholarship, worth £2000, is to help a BSAVA member undertake a trip abroad to study a particular aspect of veterinary practice. To apply for this scholarship email h.field@bsava.com or call 01452 726705. The deadline for application is 28 September.

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