ABVO® Nominations

2026 ABVO NOMINATIONS

Dear ACVO Diplomates,

Nominations are sought for one position on the American Board of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ABVO) that will become open upon the completion of ABVO Chairperson, Dr. Jane Cho's term, fall 2026. Continuing ABVO members (and their term completion dates) include Dr. Mary Lassaline (2027), Dr. Rachel Allbaugh (2028), Dr. William Miller (2029) and Mr. Kyle Denomme (Public Member, 2026). ABVO Member terms are for four years, and persons may serve no more than two consecutive terms.
 
Any ACVO Diplomate may nominate an ACVO Diplomate to serve on the ABVO; diplomates may also self-nominate. To review updated qualification requirements to serve on the ABVO, review section 2.03 of the ABVO Policies & procedures document.

Although the term of office does not officially begin until immediately after the fall 2026 meeting, the individual elected is requested to attend the fall 2026 ABVO Meeting (held in conjunction with the ACVO annual conference) in a non-voting “observer” capacity. This individual would be permitted to attend the meeting via teleconference if they prefer. Currently, all other board members are planning to attend on-site.
 
If you are seeking to make a nomination of another ACVO Diplomate please contact that individual first to be certain they are willing to serve. If they accept, forward the name(s) and acceptance to the ABVO office via email. Staff will reach out to the nominee to explain the obligation and/or to help answer any questions. At that time the below information will be requested.

Nominees are required to provide a photograph, concise (bullet-point) biography emphasizing their past ACVO/ABVO experience, and a brief statement (200 words or less) indicating their reasons for seeking to serve on the Board. Complete nominations must be received electronically by the ABVO office no later than midnight (Mountain Time), May 15, 2026 (please submit bio/photograph materials by May 25th to allow adequate time to post and format). The election will take place electronically during the month of June, 2026, and results will be posted on the ABVO website by early July, 2026. 
 
The ABVO encourages all qualified ACVO Diplomates to take part in the election process. If you have questions about the nomination or election process you are encouraged to contact either the ABVO/ACVO office or any of the current ABVO Members.
 
Sincerely,
 
The American Board of Veterinary Ophthalmology
Dr. Jane Cho (Chair)
Dr. Mary Lassaline
Dr. Rachel Allbaugh
Dr. William Miller
Mr. Kyle Denomme (Public Member)