SWVS Visionary Award

The SWVS Visionary Award is presented each year to the individual who is recognized by their profession and is actively engaged in the private, public, or corporate practice of veterinary medicine and whose contributions have aided in elevating the standards and goals of veterinary medicine. This is accomplished by a variety of contributions to the industry that include veterinary practice, VMA involvement, continuing education, papers, publications, public education, civic activities, and a variety of other accomplishments. Nominees are submitted from the five SWVS partner states and the SWVS Awards Committee selects the winner. The recipient will be presented with the award during the Alumni/Student Reception on Saturday evening.

The 2007 Visionary Award recipient was Dr. Kenneth E. Bartels.

Pictured here: Dr. Michael J. Joyner, SWVS Awards Chair, Dr. Kenneth E. Bartels, SWVS 2007 Visionary Award recipient, Dr. Robert D. Menardi, SWVS Industry Advisory Merial.