Rising Star

Established in 2012, the Rising Star Award recognizes an IVMA member who graduated from veterinary school within the last seven years and has displayed outstanding accomplishments in veterinary research, private practice, regulatory services, civic activities, academia, and/or organized veterinary medicine.  Click HERE for the Nomination Form. Nominations for 2025 IVMA Awards are due August 1, 2025.

2012 - Dr. Abigail Bowers
2013 - Dr. Melissa Beyer
2014 - Dr. Amanda Steffen
2015 - Dr. Lindsey Kock
2016 - Dr. Preston Ayers
2017 - Dr. Tyler Dohlman
2018 - Dr. Kristen Obbink
2019 - Dr. Jessie Juarez
2020 - Dr. Molly Lee
2021 - Dr. Ryan Shuey
2022 - Dr. Aubrey Cordray
2023 - Dr Abbey Smith
2024 - Dr. Cody Saquitne