BEVA

This year’s headline sessions will feature two world-renowned veterinarians who will be reflecting on their experiences and exploring opportunities to help practitioners optimise case management and ultimately deliver better outcomes for horses and for vets. The John Hickman plenary lecture on Thursday 10th September will be presented by Meta Osborne MVB CertESM MScIAWEL MRCVS. With her primary focus on equine stud medicine, Meta co-owns a leading Irish commercial Thoroughbred stud farm. She...

BEVA Congress, Europe’s largest equine veterinary event, taking place at the ICC Birmingham from 9-12 September 2026, is shining a spotlight on veterinary nurses this year with a dedicated nursing stream designed to support them at every stage of their career. Neatly reflecting the Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM) theme of compassion and empathy, BEVA Congress’s VN programme emphasises the vital role veterinary nurses play within equine practice and aligns closely with the...

Nominations are currently open for the second year of our One to Watch Award - a prestigious acknowledgement of some of the brightest emerging talent in equine veterinary practice. Designed to recognise exceptional early-career equine vets who are already making a major impact, the award celebrates those driving excellence in clinical care, championing horse welfare, inspiring teams, and helping shape the future of the profession. The winner will be revealed at this year’s BEVA Congress at...