Press Release

(New York, N.Y. – October 26, 2023) The Stephen & Christine Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is proud to announce that Cardiologist Betsy Bond is the recipient of the Veterinary Medical Association of New York City’s ‘Outstanding Service to Veterinary Medicine’ award. This distinguished award recognizes individuals who through their efforts in education, research, and practice have significantly contributed to the advancement and improvement of veterinary medicine in New York State.

Dr. Betsy Bond is one of the first female Board-Certified Veterinary Cardiologists and has been practicing at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center since her internship in 1975. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Texas A&M University and completed both an internship and residency at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center. A veterinary specialist in cardiology at AMC for 40+ years, Dr. Bond’s only hiatus was a brief stint as an assistant professor at Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine from 1979-1981.

“Congratulations to Dr. Betsy Bond on the prestigious award from the Veterinary Medical Association of New York City,” said Helen M. Irving, RN, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer at Schwarzman AMC. “My most sincere appreciation to Dr. Bond for her remarkable service to the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center and her contributions to advancing cardiology in veterinary medicine.”

“Over the course of her four-decade career, Dr. Betsy Bond has made meaningful contributions to cardiology in veterinary medicine,” said Kathrine Quesenberry, Chief Medical Officer at Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, and President-Elect of the Veterinary Medical Association of New York City. “Dr. Bond is most deserving of this award.”

“When I heard that I was selected for the Outstanding Service Award, I was profoundly humbled,” said Dr. Betsy Bond. “I am so grateful to be part of the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center family for 40+ years and give special thanks to the Veterinary Medical Association of New York City for this special recognition.”

About the Stephen & Christine Schwarzman Animal Medical Center

We are the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital with NYC’s only level 1 trauma center. Our team of 130+ veterinarians work across over 20 specialties to provide world-class medical care, and we are here for pets and their families 24/7. We are proud to have served the people and pets of New York, and beyond, for over 110 years. More at www.amcny.org.