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BEVA's member of the month

Our member of the month series celebrates amazing individuals working in equine practice, nominated by you. No trophies, no grand speeches, just real stories from real people.


Meet the people who make equine practice brilliant (one month at a time)
Every month we ask you to nominate someone you believe deserves to be crowned our member of the month, meet our winners below.
Deirdre Baird
July 2025
Deirdre Baird
July 2025
Deirdre was selected as our first ever Member of the Month. Nominated by her colleague at McGonnell and Gillatt Horse Vets, Deirdre is celebrated for being an out of hours superhero who despite having the worst luck manages all of her late night call outs like a champion.
Stuart Altoft
August 2025
Stuart Altoft
August 2025
Stuart from Summerleaze Equine Vets was nominated alongside Antonia Milner and the entire practice for the support they gave to a new team member who after many years in the charity sector returned to ambulatory work. As practice directors, Stuart and Antonia are recognised for their willingness to discuss cases, creating fun events, and being 100% there for the equines and team.
Antonia Milner
August 2025
Antonia Milner
August 2025
Antonia from Summerleaze Equine Vets was nominated alongside Stuart Altoft and the entire practice for the support they gave to a new team member who after many years in the charity sector returned to ambulatory work. As practice directors, Antonia and Stuart are recognised for their willingness to discuss cases, creating fun events, and being 100% there for the equines and team.
Vicky Jux
September 2025
Vicky Jux
September 2025
Vicky Jux of Stable Close Equine Practice was nominated by a colleague for leading by example in every aspect of work life. She's recognised for uplifting spirits, providing unwavering support, encouragement and care.
John Pate
October 2025
John Pate
October 2025
John Pate was nominated for being a true inspiration at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies. To his students he encourages them to consider a career in equine no matter what their background and to all with his commitment to raising money for Marie Curie in memory of his Mum.
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