FINAL BEVA Quarter without bleeds

Meet The BEVA President
Congress marks the end of Renate Weller’s Presidency and the beginning of
Tim Mair’s term. Before Tim takes the reins we ask them a few questions...
Renate, what has been your
presidential highlight?
This is a really difficult question to
answer… I guess the whole year really
drove home what a great profession
we are.
I know it sounds really cheesy but
wherever I went and whoever I spoke
to, it is pretty clear that while we
may wince and complain about a lot
of things we all work towards one
common goal which is to
help animals.
Can you tell us what you’re most
proud of achieving?
I’m pleased to announce we’re
launching Leg Up at Congress 2019.
A project to support new equine vets
entering the profession by providing
career advice and guidance from
established equine vets who have
been in their shoes. You can find out
more on the BEVA website.
Do you have any advice for Tim?
Enjoy it!!
Tim, what do you hope to achieve in
your presidential year?
Survive the year without any
disasters! But also...
• Continue BEVA’s work on the
current problems of recruitment
and retention.
• Support undergraduates
interested in pursuing a career in
equine practice.
• Support recent graduates in
equine practice with CPD and
mentoring.
• Investigate future developments
in equine practice in the next
10-15 years.
• Continue to promote
awareness of antimicrobial and
anthelmintic resistance and
investigate practical ways that
the profession can slow their
progression.
What do you think will be your
biggest challenge for the year?
Brexit!
4