The VECCS Distinguished Service Award is named for Ira M. Zaslow, one of the founding fathers of VECCS and ACVECC. Since the early 1970’s, Dr. Zaslow has worked tirelessly to develop and spearhead the advancement of veterinary emergency and critical care. His commitment, dedication, vision, and service to the organization are legendary and unsurpassed. Through his original efforts, VECCS and ACVECC have become prominent veterinary organizations and IVECCS has become a world-renowned international symposium.
2019 Dr. Elizabeth Rozanski
2018 Dr. Elisa Mazzaferro
2017 Dr. F.A. “Tony” Mann
2016 Dr. Pamela Wilkins
2015 Dr. Jennifer Devey
2014 Dr. Bernie Hansen
2013 Dr. Lesley King
2012 Harold Davis, RVT, VTS (ECC)
2011 Dr. Dennis Burkett
2009 Dr. Karol Mathews
2008 Dr. Elke Rudloff
2007 Dr. Ken Drobatz
2006 Dr. Douglass “Dougie” K. Macintire
2005 Dr. Marc R. Raffe
2004 Dr. Dennis “Tim” Crowe
2003 Dr. Rebecca Kirby
2002 Dr. Steve Haskins
2000 Dr. Wayne Wingfield
1998 Dr. James Milligan
1996 Dr. Gary Stamp
1994 Dr. Ira Zaslow