The WSAVA President’s Award honours individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to WSAVA and its mission to advance companion animal health and welfare worldwide.
With a distinguished career in small animal internal medicine and infectious diseases, Dr Marcondes has dedicated much of her professional life to advancing scientific knowledge, veterinary education, and evidence-based clinical practice.
Her involvement with WSAVA began in 2015, when she joined the Vaccination Guidelines Group, becoming its Chair in 2023. Since then, she has played a key role in advancing evidence-based vaccination practices worldwide, helping to translate scientific knowledge into practical, accessible guidance for veterinary professionals working in diverse settings.
Her contributions have included developing educational resources for veterinarians in Latin America and supporting vaccination initiatives in Sub-Saharan Africa, reflecting her commitment to making high-quality veterinary guidance accessible to professionals around the world.
Dr Jim Berry, WSAVA Immediate Past President, who selected Dr Marcondes for the award, said: “Mary embodies everything this award represents. Her dedication to advancing veterinary science and education, combined with her generosity, kindness, and genuine commitment to supporting colleagues around the world, has made an extraordinary difference to WSAVA. It has been a privilege to work alongside her, and I can think of no one more deserving of this recognition.“
Beyond her scientific and educational achievements, Dr Marcondes is widely valued within the WSAVA community for her enthusiasm, collaborative spirit, and unwavering commitment to the association’s mission.
WSAVA warmly congratulates Dr Mary Marcondes on this well-deserved recognition and thanks her for her exceptional dedication to advancing companion animal health worldwide.