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"Being able to negotiate situations to a conclusion and to explain, share and minimise the fear and uncertainty which inevitably stresses worried colleagues, particularly when they are subject to a complaint and investigation from the VCNZ, has been the most memorable and enjoyable part of my VPIS role."
Vince Peterson, BVSc (Hons) Sydney University 1964, BVSc Massey University (H.C.) 2013, VPIS Board since 1994

"I often say to veterinarians, "Thank goodness for the VPIS". Yes, VPIS are insurers, but we go well beyond the financial transaction of insurance."
 
Steve Cranefield, BVSc Massey 1992, BSc, VPIS Board since 2003
 

"VPIS indemnity insurance is there to advocate for the vet and rectify and compensate for mistakes that can happen. Life still goes on, and luckily, I've had no instances where a mistake has resulted in a vet losing their practicing certification."

Brendon Bell, BVSc Massey 1985, MS, MACVSc, VPIS Board since 2000

"It is a very satisfying experience to be able to make a complaint go a little more smoothly for the veterinarian and take some of the burden off their shoulders."
 
Tanya Page, BVSc Massey 2001, VPIS Board since 2017
 

"The services that rural veterinarians provide are essential to a productive and efficient agricultural sector. Insuring with VPIS provides a safety net when things go wrong for both farmers and veterinarians working together."

James Rhynd, VPIS Board since 2014

"Whether the vet is in the right, or in the wrong, is of little consequence. Our job is to guide them through the process of rectifying the issue in a way that minimises the negative impact it may have on them personally, and on their professional future. If I can achieve that, I have done my job."

Paul Fraser, BVSc Massey 1977, VPIS Board since 2011