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Veterinary Management Goup names new president
Georgina Hills RVN.
Georgina Hills RVN will take over the role from Richard Casey. 

The Veterinary Management Group (VMG) has announced Georgina Hills RVN as its new president.
 
Georgina takes over from Richard Casey, who is stepping down as president of the association after two years in the role.

Currently practice director for Irby and Neston Vets in Cheshire, Georgina has held several veterinary management roles, including head nurse, business support manager and regional operations manager.

During her presidency, Georgina aims to extend the association's support to veterinary leaders and is keen to explore collaboration with colleagues in other countries.

Georgina said: “Becoming a manager or leader has an impact on the individual, but has an even stronger impact on the work and day-to-day experience of those around them. These roles, therefore, bring with them a great responsibility to do them well. For some, this responsibility can cause additional stress and concern.

“We know from our members that the support, teaching, coaching and other resources that the VMG offers are making a positive difference and I’m particularly excited to take on the presidency following the recent launch of our Certificate of Veterinary Leadership & Management, an accredited taught qualification. I believe rigorous qualifications are the most effective way to create the 21st-century leaders and managers the veterinary sector needs.”

She continued: “During my presidency, I will continue to focus on extending the range of support and help we offer to leaders and managers. I’m also keen to explore how we can collaborate with colleagues in other countries, following our successful partnership with the Veterinary Business Academy of Romania.”

Georgina will be supported by Richard Casey, who becomes senior vice president of the association, and Stuart Saunders, practice manager at Selworthy Vets, who becomes junior vice president.

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Strangles survey seeks views of horse owners

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 With Strangles Awareness Week just around the corner (5-11 May), vets are being encouraged to share a survey about the disease with their horse-owning clients.

The survey, which has been designed by Dechra, aims to raise awareness of Strangles and promote best practices to prevent its transmission. It includes questions about horse owners' experiences of strangles, together with preventative measures and vaccination.

Respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win two VIP tickets to Your Horse Live 2025. To access the survey, click here 

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Vivienne Mackinnon elected BVA Scottish Branch President

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Vivienne Mackinnon as its new BVA Scottish Branch president.

Dr Mackinnon has over 30 years of experience in veterinary care, encompassing both small animal and mixed practice. She has worked in practices in Scotland, England, New Zealand and Australia, before joining APHA to work in frontline disease control.

In her speech, Dr Mackinnon reflected on the changes in Scotland's veterinary industry and highlighted her commitment to veterinary education.

Dr Mackinnon said: "I look forward to working with colleagues across the veterinary professions to improve animal health and welfare in the country and support veterinary workplaces."