Veterinary Management Goup names new president
Georgina Hills RVN.
The Veterinary Management Group (VMG) has announced Georgina Hills RVN as its new president.
Georgina takes over from Richard Casey, who is stepping down as president of the association after two years in the role.
Currently practice director for Irby and Neston Vets in Cheshire, Georgina has held several veterinary management roles, including head nurse, business support manager and regional operations manager.
During her presidency, Georgina aims to extend the association's support to veterinary leaders and is keen to explore collaboration with colleagues in other countries.
Georgina said: “Becoming a manager or leader has an impact on the individual, but has an even stronger impact on the work and day-to-day experience of those around them. These roles, therefore, bring with them a great responsibility to do them well. For some, this responsibility can cause additional stress and concern.
“We know from our members that the support, teaching, coaching and other resources that the VMG offers are making a positive difference and I’m particularly excited to take on the presidency following the recent launch of our Certificate of Veterinary Leadership & Management, an accredited taught qualification. I believe rigorous qualifications are the most effective way to create the 21st-century leaders and managers the veterinary sector needs.”
She continued: “During my presidency, I will continue to focus on extending the range of support and help we offer to leaders and managers. I’m also keen to explore how we can collaborate with colleagues in other countries, following our successful partnership with the Veterinary Business Academy of Romania.”
Georgina will be supported by Richard Casey, who becomes senior vice president of the association, and Stuart Saunders, practice manager at Selworthy Vets, who becomes junior vice president.
Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty. 
