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08/14/2025 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/14/2025 08:22

Alabama VMA – May 28-June 1, 2025

Event

The Alabama VMA (ALVMA) held its Emerald Coast Veterinary Conference from May 28-June 1 in Miramar Beach, Florida.

Awards

Distinguished Service Award

Dr. Bill Bledsoe

Dr. Bill Bledsoe (Auburn '81), Camden. Dr. Bledsoe owns Camden Veterinary Clinic. A past president of the ALVMA, he served eight years on the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.

Veterinarian of the Year

Dr. Frances P. Kendrick

Dr. Frances P. Kendrick (Auburn '92), Selma. A past president of the ALVMA and West Alabama VMA, Dr. Kendrick owns Valley Creek Veterinary Hospital in Selma.

Lay Person of the Year

Ruth "Darlene" Stewart

Ruth "Darlene" Stewart, Mobile. Known for her expertise on Beagles, Stewart serves as a consultant on the health and genetics of the breed. She was honored for her role in initiating the National Beagle Club of America's Genetics Committee.

Service Awards

Dr. Chance Armstrong Dr. Arvle Marshall

Drs. Chance Armstrong, Auburn, and Arvle Marshall, Opelika

Officials

Dr. Jim Lovell Dr. Brett Brooks

Drs. Jim Lovell, Athens, president; Brett Brooks, Enterprise, president-elect; Wesley Clendinen, Huntsville, vice president; Susan Parsons, McCalla, treasurer; Babette D. Authement, Fairhope, immediate past president; and Whitney Terrell, Florence, member at large

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