STAR VETS - Key Persons


Aimee Collier

Job Titles:
  • Veterinary Nurse
I have worked with animals since completing my Bioveterinary Science degree at university...

Alicia Russell

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist
I joined STAR Vets in 2019 as a member of the reception team...

Anna Broadhurst

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist
I've been a Receptionist at STAR Vets since 2019 and feel very lucky to work here. I really love the daily variety it gives me, from admin tasks and meeting new people, to seeing surgeries. I also love meeting the wonderful array of pets We see in practice. At home, I have two dogs who I adore; they are real characters and I love seeing them discover and play. My Labrador/Corgi has growth issues with her legs, so I have seen first hand the fab benefits of the rehabilitation treatments that we offer here, which have made her much more comfortable without the need for medication. I have always had a lot of different pets, at least three dogs, a cat, rabbits, hamsters, fish, and we used to foster rescue dogs. I also loved the opportunity to go to my relative's farm to feed the newborn lambs and see their horses and livestock. I've been a Receptionist at STAR Vets since 2019 and feel very lucky to work here. I really love the variety it gives me...

Annabel Mason

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist
I'm Annabel & I joined the STAR team in September 2021 after working as a veterinary receptionist since 2015 ... Read more

Caroline Ward

Job Titles:
  • Veterinary Surgeon
I graduated from the School of Veterinary Medicine at University College of Dublin in 2003, having previously obtained a BA (Applied Psychology) from University College Cork in 1997. Following graduation in 2003, I moved to the UK, starting my career in small animal practice in South Wales. In 2005 I moved to the Midlands, where I have spent most of my career. I enjoy all aspects of small animal work but am particularly interested in preventative health care and feline medicine. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my husband and two sons. Together we enjoy country walks, gardening, and planning our next adventures with our much-loved Cavapoo called Bertie!

Emma Poore

Job Titles:
  • Clinical Director
  • Director
I am Emma's Mum! I worked closely with her to found and develop the STAR Vet Clinic, a truly family run business...

Hannah Jarvis RVN

Job Titles:
  • Registered Veterinary Nurse
I've been in practice since 2016 and qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2020. I have a keen interest in dentistry and nurse clinics. I absolutely love the different caseloads each day brings and meeting new clients. At home, I have two cats and a dog who are all very cheeky, but wouldn't be without them!

Kamil Zalewski

Job Titles:
  • Veterinary Surgeon
After graduating from Warsaw University of Life Sciences in 2013, I gained 7 years' experience in emergency cases, surgery, and internal medicine, working in large, busy 24/7 veterinary clinic in Poland. I went on to complete a 3-year postgraduate surgical certificate in small animal surgery. I moved to the UK in 2020 and soon began working at STAR Vets. My veterinary special interests include diagnostic imaging (ultrasound, X-rays, and endoscopy), plus, I also enjoy medicine cases and soft tissue surgery. Outside of work, I'm enjoying life with my fiancée and our 3-year-old daughter. Together we are getting to know British culture, traditions, and customs. My veterinary special interests include diagnostic imaging, plus, I also enjoy medicine cases and soft tissue surgery...

Kate Stroud

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist
I qualified as a vet nurse in 2006 and worked in a small animal practice for 14 years and now work part-time at STAR Vets as a veterinary receptionist...

Kerri Walker

Job Titles:
  • Registered Veterinary Nurse
I'm Kerri and I have been nursing since 2014. I moved to STAR Vets in May 2021 and have loved every minute of it...

Lara Bettaney

Job Titles:
  • Head RVN

Lindsay Barker

Job Titles:
  • Registered Veterinary Nurse
I have been a qualified veterinary nurse since 2006 and have always enjoyed working with animals...

Lucy Wigley

Job Titles:
  • Veterinary Care Assistant
I'm Lucy and I work as a Veterinary Care Assistant at Star Vets. This is a job I really enjoy. I have an NVQ level 3 in Animal Management and have worked with animals since leaving college. In my spare time I love going for long walks with my 2-year-old Jack Russell, Lily.

Polly Hughes

Job Titles:
  • Reception Manager
My name is Polly and I am Reception Manager at STAR Vets. I've worked at the Practice since January 2019 and...

Rachel Hunt

Job Titles:
  • Practice Manager
I'm a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse and my current role is STAR Vet's Practice Manager...

Rebecca Smith

Job Titles:
  • Veterinary Surgeon
I qualified as a vet in 2006. I enjoy all aspects of my job, from meeting owners and their animals, to carrying out various surgeries...

Sarah Want RVN

Job Titles:
  • Registered Veterinary Nurse
I qualified in 2001 working in a mixed practice and then based my career within small animal which specialised in exotics species.

Sharon Starkey

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist
I'm a part-time receptionist at STAR Vets. I started here in 2018 and I love it...

Zoe McCall

Job Titles:
  • Veterinary Physiotherapist
I graduated as a Veterinary Physiotherapist from Harper Adams University in 2021 and joined the Star rehab team in 2022 ... Read more I graduated as a Veterinary Physiotherapist from Harper Adams University in 2021 and joined the Star rehab team in 2022. I have a keen interest in orthopaedic and neurological rehabilitation, but the ones that always steal my heart are the ‘golden oldies.' Being able to connect with my patients and see their progress week by week is why I love being a physiotherapist.