From trusted colleagues and mentors to long-standing champions of the profession, the CVMA Awards Program celebrates those who elevate our community through excellence, commitment, and care.
Nominations for the 2026 CVMA Awards are now open and close on March 31, 2026.
2026 award recipients will be announced and celebrated at CVMA Convention 2026 on June 25, 2026.
Think about the people who make a difference every day, sometimes quietly, sometimes boldly.
You may want to nominate someone who:
If someone comes to mind, this is your opportunity to recognize them.
The Veterinarian of the Year Award recognizes a CVMA member veterinarian whose career reflects excellence, leadership, and significant contributions to the veterinary profession in Colorado.
Recipients of this award represent the very best of our profession — through clinical practice, education, research, public service, advocacy, or mentorship.
Eligibility at a glance:
Nominate a Veterinarian of the Year
View past recipients from the last 10 years for reference.
The Distinguished Service Award honors an individual who has demonstrated outstanding service to the advancement of veterinary medicine in Colorado over an extended period of time.
This award recognizes sustained commitment and lasting impact — whether through leadership, service, advocacy, education, or support of the profession.
Eligibility at a glance:
Nominate for Distinguished Service.
View past recipients from the last 10 years for reference.
Being nominated is a meaningful recognition in itself. Many past honorees have shared that knowing a colleague took the time to acknowledge their work was deeply impactful — regardless of the final outcome.
Your nomination helps shine a light on the people who strengthen veterinary medicine in Colorado every day.
Explore our 2025 award recipients and past honorees from the last 10 years to see the incredible individuals who have shaped our profession.
