Submitted by J. Hudson on Fri, 11/04/2025 - 09:37
We’re proud to celebrate the achievements of our exceptional veterinary colleagues who recently took part in the BSAVA Congress 2025 – the largest small animal veterinary event in the UK. This year, the Congress was a real showcase of the innovation, talent, and collaboration thriving within our team at the Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital.
Several members of our team were at the forefront of the scientific programme:
Senior Clinical Training Scholars Larissa Gardner, Arran Smith and Joe Poacher shared their research with the wider profession – Larissa presented a scientific poster, the authors also included, Dylan O’Toole, Cassia Hare, Catheryn Partington and Jose Novo Matos. Arran presented an abstract presentation and recent graduate Ollie Bardsley presented his research – a fantastic achievement early in his veterinary career.
Sam Khan, Senior Clinical Training Scholar, received the BSAVA PetSavers Annual Research Award – a prestigious honour given to just one recipient each year.
Sam said about receiving his award, “The award means a great deal to me, because it is an acknowledgment of my hard work and dedication. It’s also a reflection of the incredible support I’ve received from my colleagues and mentors over the years. I’m truly grateful for this recognition and excited to share it with the community.”
The celebrations don’t stop there, Susana Monforte-Monteiro, Specialist in Neurology, was invited to speak as a keynote lecturer at the British Veterinary Neurology Society meeting. Her talk on sleep, which was the main theme of the meeting, offered valuable teaching to specialist colleagues. Also current veterinary student Josh Kershaw was recently recognised on the international stage at the Veterinary Orthopaedic Society (VOS) Congress, receiving two major awards – one for his research, and the inaugural Randy Boudrieau International Rising Surgeon Award.
These achievements reflect the depth of talent and commitment across our hospital – from students and recent graduates to clinical scholars and Specialists.
Professor Nick Bexfield, Clinical Director of Small Animal Services at the Department of Veterinary Medicine said, “I’m incredibly proud of all our colleagues and students who represented the hospital and Department so brilliantly on national and international stages. These accomplishments highlight the strength of our training programmes, our commitment to research, and the collaborative environment that helps our people thrive. It’s a real privilege to work alongside such inspiring professionals.”
