· Congratulations to Dr. Julie Boisclair, Dr. Catherine Curtis, Dr. Elemir Simko, and Dr. Krystyna Grodecki, who, on December 5, 2001, were the newest Canadian recipients among the 42 new diplomates named by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists following the boards certification examination. Drs. Boisclair, Curtis, and Simko specialized in veterinary anatomic pathology and Dr. Grodecki specialized in veterinary clinical pathology.
· The Faculté de médecine vétérianaire is happy to announce the appointment of Dr. Pascal Vachon to the position of professor of laboratory animal science and medicine. Dr. Vachon obtained his DVM and a PhD in neurological science from the Université de Montréal, along with a BSc in kinesiology from the University of Waterloo and a Masters in anthropokinetics from the Université de Sherbrooke. Dr. Vachon's position before this appointment was as veterinarian and director of research of MDS Pharma Services, in the area of metabolism and animal pharmacokinetics.
· Dr. Michael Hannigan, past-president of the Canadian Academy of Veterinary Dermatology, is pleased to anounce honorary life membership in the Academy to Drs. Bernard Pukay, William Schroeder, and Lowell Ackerman. “These individuals had the foresight to establish an organization that now boasts 240 members and is very active in promoting dermatology across Canada,” states Dr. Hannigan. “Thanks to their energy, today we are a thriving and active group.”
· On January 24, 2002, 3 veterinarians were honored as they received the Award of Merit from the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association. Drs. Dennis Adams, B. Anne Croy, and Barry Burtis were all honored for their contributions to the profession in community involvement, research, and public relations, respectively. This award pays tribute to individuals whom the public feels are deserving of recognition for the practice of veterinary medicine. (Source: OVMA Focus, 2002;21(2):16)
· In January 2002, Dr. Jim McDonald, from Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, received the 2001 Outstanding Veterinarian Award from the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA). This award is presented to the veterinarian who provides leadership in the veterinary profession and has demonstrated community involvement. Dr. McDonald has volunteered for several veterinary associations and local community programs, has served on the OVMA Council for 3 years, and taught an animal health care aide program at a business college in Sault Ste. Marie. (Source: OVMA Focus, 2002;21(2):17)