CVMA proudly recognized its 2025 award winners during the Annual Membership Meeting at the CVMA Convention in Broomfield, CO. Each recipient has made an extraordinary impact through their dedication, service, and commitment to the veterinary profession. We thank each of them for their remarkable contributions to our community!
Albane Fauron, DVM
Veterinarian of the Year
CVMA Honors Dr. Albane Fauron as 2025 Veterinarian of the Year
The Colorado Veterinary Medical Association is proud to announce Dr. Albane Fauron as the recipient of the 2025 Veterinarian of the Year Award.
Dr. Fauron was chiefly nominated by her colleague, Dr. Nick Ruocco, and received more than 20 additional nominations from staff and clients, a resounding testament to her leadership, compassion, and impact.
An immigrant from Paris who trained at the Royal Veterinary College in London, Dr. Fauron has built her career on opportunity, hope, and an unwavering commitment to bettering veterinary medicine. In 2023, she and Dr. Ruocco purchased a small Fort Collins practice that, under her vision and leadership, has grown into Coyote Ridge Veterinary Clinic, a thriving 5-doctor practice that bridges the gap between overextended general practices and the high costs of emergency care.
Beyond advancing clinical care, Dr. Fauron has created a culture of inclusion and service. She partners with more than a dozen animal rescues across Colorado and surrounding states to provide discounted care for their most challenging cases, while also championing fair wages and professional growth for her staff.
Her colleagues and clients alike describe her as a beacon of hope in veterinary medicine—someone who lifts up patients, teams, and communities alike.
Please join us in celebrating Dr. Albane Fauron, CVMA’s 2025 Veterinarian of the Year.
Will French, DVM
Distinguished Service Award
CVMA Honors Dr. Will French with the 2025 Distinguished Service Award
Each year, the Distinguished Service Award recognizes a CVMA member whose exceptional contributions have made a lasting impact on our association and the veterinary profession in Colorado. This year, we are proud to honor Dr. Will French, a leader who exemplifies dedication, integrity, and service.
A fifth-generation Colorado native, Dr. French grew up in Fort Collins with a deep appreciation for this state, its people, and its animals. His love of horses led him to pursue veterinary medicine at Colorado State University, and since 2012 he has practiced at Littleton Equine Medical Center.
Throughout his career, Dr. French has given generously of his time and talents to serve the veterinary profession. He has held many leadership roles within CVMA, including board member, past president, and most recently, Chair of the Advocacy Commission. Across each of these roles, he has brought thoughtful leadership, steady commitment, and an unwavering focus on what matters most: the wellbeing of animals, the strength of our profession, and the health of our communities.
In his role as Advocacy Commission Chair, Dr. French guided CVMA’s advocacy efforts through some of the most significant challenges our profession has faced—from complex legislative proposals to high-stakes ballot measures. His ability to build relationships, shape policy, and represent veterinary medicine with professionalism and purpose has left a lasting mark on both CVMA and the broader veterinary community.
Colleagues describe Dr. French as a collaborative, strategic leader who listens with heart and leads with clarity. As he steps down from his role as Advocacy Commission Chair, we take this opportunity to express our deep gratitude—for his time, his passion, and his outstanding service to the profession.
It is with great pride and appreciation that we recognize Dr. Will French as the recipient of the 2025 CVMA Distinguished Service Award.
Curtis Crawford, DVM
President’s Award
CVMA Honors Dr. Curtis Crawford with the 2025 President’s Award
The President’s Award recognizes a CVMA member whose dedication and contributions have made a lasting impact on veterinary medicine in Colorado. This year, we are proud to honor Dr. Curtis Crawford, whose service and leadership over the past 25 years have shaped both our association and our profession.
Dr. Crawford’s commitment to organized veterinary medicine runs deep. He has served as CVMA President, on the Executive Board for five years, and as CVMA’s AVMA delegate for six years. For the past two decades, he has also chaired the Food Animal Education Commission, while contributing to countless committees, testifying before the Colorado legislature, and sharing his knowledge through insightful articles in The Voice.
Colleagues know Dr. Crawford not only for his thoughtful leadership, steadfast dedication, and deep care for animals and clients, but also for his humor. In moments of difficulty, he has a unique gift for cutting through tension with kindness and wit, guiding people toward hope and helping groups find a way forward. His ability to lead with wisdom, humility, and humanity has earned him admiration across the veterinary community.
Beyond his association service, Dr. Crawford is celebrated as a mentor, teacher, and one of the finest mixed animal practitioners in Colorado. His reliability, generosity, and devotion have left an indelible mark on colleagues, clients, and the profession as a whole.
For his unwavering service and profound impact on veterinary medicine in Colorado, CVMA is proud to recognize Dr. Curtis Crawford with the 2025 President’s Award.
