Dr Dean celebrated for pioneering EBVM work.
Dr Rachel Dean has been made a Fellow of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (FRCVS) in honour of her Meritorious Contributions to Clinical Practice (MCCP).
A pioneer in the field of evidence-based veterinary medicine (EBVM), Dr Dean championed its uptake in clinical practice, and is renowned for her forward-thinking approach to generating relevant evidence to push and expand the boundaries of veterinary medicine.
Alongside this work, Dr Dean was the founding president of the Association of Charity Vets, and has also been editor-in-chief of the BSAVA's Manuel of Shelter Medicine.
Commenting on her new title, Dr Dean said: “I am interested in joining this group of people that’s become increasingly diverse, and find out what the Fellowship is all about.
“I’m looking forward to the new challenge this could bring and the potential to challenge a few things too!”
Qualifying in 1996, Dr Dean holds a Masters in evidence-based medicine, a PhD in epidemiology and a Diploma in feline medicine.
Currently working as VetPartners director of clinical research and excellence in practice, Dr Dean hopes to work within the fellowship to champion EBVM, shelter medicine and first opinion practice.
Dr Dean continued: I’m pleased I was successful on Meritorious Contributions to Clinical Practice because I’ve worked in many facets of veterinary practice.
“I’m passionate about helping to push the EBVM agenda and enabling us to be the best professions we can, ensure we are scientifically led and can be trusted with animal health.
“I feel that by being part of the Fellowship, there is potential to tackle some of the challenges we face as a profession, including making sure the right research is funded and practices receive the information they need and want, but also celebrate general practice.
“I’ve worked in many aspects of clinical practice and now work across all species to help promote and help to progress practice in all aspects of veterinary medicine.”
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