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RCVS reveals 2023 Honours and Awards recipients
The Queens Medal recognises someone who has achieved a highly distinguished career.

The awards recognise outstanding achievement in the veterinary industry.

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has announced the recipients of its 2023 Honours and Awards. The annual awards recognise individuals who have done their utmost for the benefit of animal health and welfare, and the professions and society at large.

All the nominations for the RCVS Honours and Awards were approved by the nominations committee, and ratified by RCVS council at its March 2023 meeting.

The award recipients are as follows:

Queens Medal - Dr Bruce Fogle
The award recognises someone who has achieved a highly distinguished career with sustained and outstanding achievements throughout.

Impact Award - Dr Mark Little and Dr Collin Willson
Awarded to a veterinary surgeon or veterinary nurse who has recently, or is currently, undertaking a project, initiative or similar endeavour that has a significant impact on the profession at large, animal health or welfare, or public health.

Inspiration Award - Dr Katie Ford and Dr Laura Higham
Awarded to a veterinary surgeon or veterinary nurse at any stage of their career who has demonstrated the ability to inspire and enthuse others consistently throughout.

International Award - Dr Denis Novak
Recognises veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses or lay people who have worked internationally, from either within or outside the UK.

Student Community Award - Sophie Oliver and Legend Thurman
Recognises a veterinary or veterinary nursing student who has made a real effort to support their fellow students and the wider veterinary/veterinary nursing school community, including the local community where their institution is based.

All of the awards will be presented at the RVCS Annual General Meeting and Awards on Friday, 7 July 2023.

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