Every day, veterinary nurses/technicians make a positive impact on their clients, patients, coworkers, and greater community. But the stories behind each and every one of these professionals are often overlooked due to the selfless nature of working in veterinary medicine. Today’s Veterinary Nurse aims to shine a light on some of these stories with its Clinic Champions series. Each issue, TVN and Midmark will honor a veterinary nurse for their contributions in community service, scholarship, advocacy, or innovation. This series will highlight unsung heroes who make a lasting impact on their patients and community. At the end of the year, 1 of the 4 honorees will be recognized as the Clinic Champion of the Year. This individual will receive a trip to VMX 2024 in Orlando, Florida, including registration, hotel, and airfare.
To nominate a veterinary nurse/technician, click here.
Meet the 2023 Clinic Champions finalists below:
• Jennifer Lettich-Snyder
Jennifer let her love of animals and training lead her to not only becoming a veterinary nurse and a mentor, but also participating in canine search and rescue through her local fire department.
• Matthew Rendle
Rendle shares his unusual start in veterinary medicine; his love of exotics, mentorship, and working internationally; and being open on mental health issues in the industry.
• Deana Cappucci
Everyone has that one “soul pet” or patient that was a catalyst in their career. When Deana’s beloved dog was diagnosed with a disease requiring extensive rehabilitation, she took it upon herself to learn everything she could about rehab, and then applied it to helping other patients and veterinary nurses.
• Tammy Wynn
Among the first to begin in-home end-of-life care and euthanasias, Tammy shares what prompted her to pursue this passion, how she wed business and veterinary medicine, and the importance of self care and veterinary nurse utilization.
Congratulations to Windi Wojdak, the 2022 Clinic Champion of the Year
Today’s Veterinary Nurse (TVN) and Midmark honor Windi Wojdak, RVT, as the 2022 Clinic Champion of the Year for her tireless work in animal welfare, expanding access to care in underserved communities, and advancement of the veterinary nursing profession.
Meet the 2022 Clinic Champions finalists below:
• Cholette Ness
Cholette Ness has lived a life of service for others and their pets. From Mexico to St. Croix to Seattle, Washington, Ness has given her abilities and time to those in need.
• Pam Dickens
From pet therapy in local hospitals to spay/neuter clinics abroad, Pam Dickens brings her passion for helping pets and people everywhere she runs.
• Windi Wojdak
• Shaelyn St. Onge-Cole
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