NOMINATE A COLLEAGUE FOR THE KVMA AWARDS Celebrating Excellence in Kentucky Veterinary Medicine


Each year, the Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association honors the people and animals who make our profession—and our communities—better. From veterinarians who go above and beyond for their patients and peers, to the animals whose loyalty and courage remind us why we do this work, KVMA’s awards are a chance to recognize the very best.


This year’s honors include theVeterinarian of the Year Award, presented to a KVMA and AVMA member who has earned outstanding recognition and the high esteem of their peers; the Dr. James Weber Jr. Distinguished Service Award, recognizing a long-standing, dedicated member whose contributions to KVMA or AVMA have made a lasting impact; and the Animal Hall of Fame, celebrating an animal that has shown extraordinary bravery, service, or the deep bond between pets and their people.


Nominations for these awards are submitted by KVMA members and reviewed by committee, with recipients honored at the KVMA Annual Meeting during the 2026 Mid-America Veterinary Conference. Details and nomination forms for each award are below.


Veterinarian of the Year:


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1. 2.Shall have received outstanding recognition either outside or within the veterinary profession or both and be held in high esteem by his or her peers.


Dr. James Weber Jr. Distinguished Service Award:


Prior to the KVMA Annual meeting, the nominating committee will select a recipient for the Distinguished Service Award.


Suggested guidelines:


1. 2.Shall be a conscientious, highly dedicated contributing member to the KVMA or AVMA.


The Nominating Committee may recommend to the Executive Board potential nominees for the LaBore Award and other Special Awards.


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KVMA News | Summer 2026


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