The VECCS Distinguished Service Award is named for Ira M. Zaslow, one of the founding fathers of VECCS and ACVECC. Since the early 1970’s, Dr. Zaslow has worked tirelessly to develop and spearhead the advancement of veterinary emergency and critical care. His commitment, dedication, vision, and service to the organizations are legendary and unsurpassed. Through his original efforts, VECCS and ACVECC have become prominent international veterinary organizations and IVECCS has become a world-renowned international symposium. This award is chosen by the VECCS Board of Directors to honor a VECCS member who has given selflessly to grow and support our organization.
The VECCS Board of Directors is accepting nominations for the VECCS Ira M. Zaslow Distinguished Service Award. This award is given to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional commitment and dedication while making significant contributions to the Society and the practice of Veterinary Emergency Critical Care. Nominees do not need to be a veterinarian. Nominations should include a summary biography of the nominee and a brief justification for the award.
Members are invited to suggest nominees to the Nominations Chair, by clicking the button below.
Nominations Open June-September
Click “Start entry”, under program select “VECCS”, then under category select “Awards/Nominations”, then “Zaslow Award”.
2023
Dr. Kate Hopper
2022
Dr. Robert Messenger
2021
Dr. Cynthia Otto
2020
Dr. Marie Kerl
2019
Dr. Elizabeth “Liz” Rozanski
2018
Dr. Elisa Mazzaferro
2017
Dr. F.A. “Tony” Mann
2016
Dr. Pamela Wilkins
2015
Dr. Jennifer Devey
2014
Dr. Bernie Hansen
2013
Dr. Lesley G. King
2012
Mr. Harold Davis, Jr.
2011
Dr. Dennis Burkett
2010
Award Not Presented
2009
Dr. Karol Mathews
2008
Dr. Elke Rudloff
2007
Dr. Ken Drobatz
2006
Dr. Douglass “Dougie” K. Macintire
2005
Dr. Marc R. Raffe
2004
Dr. Dennis “Tim” Crowe
2003
Dr. Rebecca Kirby
2002
Dr. Steve Haskins
2000
Dr. Wayne Wingfield
1998
Dr. James Milligan
1996
Dr. Gary Stamp
1994
Dr. Ira Zaslow
