The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association proudly celebrates Practice Manager Recognition Week, November 15 to 21, 2026. This annual week of recognition honors the leadership, dedication, and meaningful impact of veterinary practice managers.
Practice managers are the driving force behind successful veterinary hospitals, aligning people, operations, and strategy to create environments where teams and patients thrive. Their leadership is essential to the strength and success of the veterinary industry.
As the profession evolves, so does the role of the practice manager. Today's leaders navigate workforce challenges, adopt new technologies, and build strong workplace cultures while guiding their teams through change. Their leadership drives team engagement, client satisfaction, and quality care, creating an impact that extends beyond the practice and into the communities they serve.
The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association proudly celebrates Practice Manager Recognition Week, November 15 to 21, 2026. This annual week of recognition honors the leadership, dedication, and meaningful impact of veterinary practice managers.
Practice managers are the driving force behind successful veterinary hospitals, aligning people, operations, and strategy to create environments where teams and patients thrive. Their leadership is essential to the strength and success of the veterinary industry.
As the profession evolves, so does the role of the practice manager. Today's leaders navigate workforce challenges, adopt new technologies, and build strong workplace cultures while guiding their teams through change. Their leadership drives team engagement, client satisfaction, and quality care, creating an impact that extends beyond the practice and into the communities they serve.
With more than 5,000 members nationwide, VHMA represents a growing and influential community of these professionals. Practice Manager Recognition Week is an opportunity to celebrate both the individual contributions of these leaders and the collective impact they have across the industry.
To support the celebration, VHMA will provide social media content, recognition ideas, and resources to help veterinary teams acknowledge and celebrate their managers in meaningful ways. Because the impact of practice managers extends far beyond a single day, this dedicated week creates the time and visibility needed to fully recognize their contributions. Even if just through a simple thank you, VHMA encourages practices to take time to recognize the individuals who keep everything moving forward.
This recognition week, championed by Thrive Pet Healthcare, reflects a shared commitment across the industry.
“Practice managers are true partners to medical leadership and culture champions who shape the experience for both our teams and the pet families we serve. We’re proud to celebrate their impact and, alongside VHMA and AVMA, encourage the veterinary community to recognize the important role these hospital leaders play in both the present and future of pet well-being,” said Dr. Andrew Triolo, Chief Operating Officer at Thrive Pet Healthcare.
"Practice Manager Recognition Week is an opportunity to elevate the visibility of a role that is essential to every successful veterinary practice," said Christine Shupe, CAE, VHMA Executive Director. "Our members lead with resilience, adaptability, and deep commitment. We are proud to celebrate the difference they make every day."
"Veterinary practice managers help create the conditions that allow great veterinary medicine to happen. They support teams, solve problems, keep practices moving forward, and help ensure the entire veterinary team can focus on caring for patients," said Dr. Jen Quammen, AVMA President. "Veterinary Practice Managers Week is an opportunity to recognize and thank these leaders whose work strengthens our profession every single day."
About the VHMA
The VHMA is a nationally recognized thought leader and innovator, providing training, education, and resources to its more than 5,000 members while serving as a trusted resource for the entire veterinary sector, offering industry insights, research, and advocacy to ensure performance at the highest levels. VHMA's core purpose is to advance and support veterinary practice management professionals by developing professional competence, supporting and encouraging standards through certification, and providing individuals with a network for professional connection and support. For more information, go to www.VHMA.org.
About Thrive Pet Healthcare:
Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, online pharmacy, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.
About the AVMA
Serving more than 111,000 member veterinarians, the AVMA is the nation's leading representative of the veterinary profession, dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of animals, humans and the environment. Founded in 1863 and with members in every U.S. state and territory and more than 60 countries, the AVMA is one of the largest veterinary medical organizations in the world. Informed by our members' unique scientific training and clinical knowledge, the AVMA supports the crucial work of veterinarians and advocates for policies that advance the practice of veterinary medicine and improve animal and human health.
About the American Animal Hospital Association
Since 1933, the American Animal Hospital Association has been dedicated to improving the lives of pets, the people who care for them, and the veterinary professionals who serve them. AAHA is the only organization that accredits veterinary hospitals in North America, setting hundreds of rigorous standards for high-quality medicine and compassionate care. Because accreditation in veterinary medicine is voluntary, the AAHA-accredited logo is the most reliable indicator that a hospital has undergone independent evaluation. Today, AAHA is building on that foundation to become the most trusted and connected platform in animal health, bringing together all parts of the pet care ecosystem to strengthen the systems of excellent care. Look for the AAHA-accredited logo at your local hospital or find an accredited hospital near you today at aaha.org.
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