The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has introduced Nathaniel A. White, II, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, a respected equine researcher and surgeon, as its 2010 president during the 55th Annual Convention, which is under way in Las Vegas, Nev. White was inducted to the post during yesterday's President's Luncheon.

White is the Jean Ellen Shehan Professor and director of the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center at the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. He is a former chair of the AAEP's Student Relations and Foundation Advisory committees. In 2006, he organized an Equine Research Summit as part of the AAEP's effort to promote equine research. He was awarded the 2004 AAEP Distinguished Service award for his numerous contributions to the association. He is a member of the AAEP, the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, and the American Veterinary Medical Association.

AAEP Executive Director David Foley said, "With his current position at the Marion DuPont Scott Equine Medical Center, as well as having previously served as president of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, White brings a great deal of veterinary leadership experience to the role of AAEP president. Those experiences, plus his long history of service to the AAEP, will ensure the association's continued success."

During his term as president, White plans to focus on providing equine veterinary students with a comprehensive education, supporting equine medical research, and promoting professional ethics in a difficult financial environment. He will strive to bring awareness to these issues and make progress in these areas by offering viable solutions during his presidency