Veterinary Technician of the Year Award

Criteria for Veterinary Technician of the Year are as follows:


  • Member in good standing of the DVMA
  • Of sound and moral character
  • Licensed to practice in the State of Delaware
  • Outstanding achievement in veterinary technology


DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: September 15, 2026


Award recipients will be notified by email in late September. Awards will be presented during the DVMA Fall Conference luncheon on October 21, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington, DE


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2024 Award Recipient


Natalie Herring, LVT, VTS (Ophthalmology)


The 2024 Veterinary Technician of the Year Award was presented to Natalie Herring in recognition of her dedication to a career of learning and sharing her knowledge as well as serving as a passionate advocate for veterinary technicians in Delaware

Past Award Recipients

2025 - Sarah Warren, LVT

2024 - Natalie Herring, LVT, VTS (Ophthalmology)

2023 - Lisa Garrison, LVT

2022 - Alison Neutz, LVT
2021 - Sharon Welch-Dorman, LVT
2019 - Autumn Cooper, LVT