ETWALL VETS - Key Persons
Veterinary Nurse
Amy is a Veterinary nurse with an honors degree, having Qualified in 2006.
Interests: She has a certificate in wound management and loves nurse clinics, surgical nursing and theatre practice.
Most memorable case: Anaesthetising a Kune Kune pig for a CT scan, pigs aren't normally my specialty but I was willing to make an exception!
Favourite dog walk: My favourite walks are in the White Peak Disctrict but I try to never to the same walk more than once!
I have 14 years experience working in the Veterinary profession in both Reception and Animal Care Assistant roles, usually at the same time! I also ran my own dog walking, pet care and small animal boarding business for 6 years. I currently share my life with my husband, a Romanian rescue dog and 4 chickens but I have had a variety of pets over the years.
Interests: I enjoy running puppy classes and also providing dog behaviour advice.
I have always had a passion for both animals and science; horse riding since the age of four and studying sciences at A levels! I then combined the two and decided to do a veterinary nursing degree. I'm currently a second year student and loving both the theory and practical side of my course!
Interests: I love anything small and furry- guinea pigs, rabbits, rats! I also have a keen interest in creating a calm environment for all pets and making their trips to the vets as comfortable as possible!
Most memorable case: Nursing a puppy who had eaten raisins- toxic to dogs! This was the first inpatient I had the opportunity to nurse myself, from administering fluid therapy to ensuring the pups experience was as comfy as possible.
I enjoy knitting and have made some wonderful Beatrix Potter knitted toys. I am captain of a local pub quiz team and also relish the idiosyncrasies of pet insurance claim forms.
Interests: I am involved in many aspects of the practice including client care, practice administration and staff training.
Most memorable case: My own dog ate a lightbulb when only 11 months old and had to have it surgically removed.
Job Titles:
- Head Receptionist / Personnel Manager
- Veterinary Nurse
Nicola has been a Veterinary Nurse for 33 years and is now bringing her wealth of experience to our Reception team.
Sarah has worked in a veterinary setting for many years, originally as a veterinary nurse but latterly as a senior receptionist. She loves helping clients and their pets and will be great addition to the team.
Interests: Walking, reading, sewing, and looking after pets…. Guinea pigs are surprisingly hard work!!
I have worked in practice for 30+ years and have given homes to many waifs and strays over that time. I currently have 2 rescue pets - one dog and one cat, both with additional needs.
Interests: I have a keen interest in behaviour and dog training. I have participated in heel work to music, agility and obedience. I also love the challenge of hand rearing - goats, puppies, kittens, hedgehogs and mice.
Most memorable case: There was a chameleon that had a fight with a parrot and had to have surgery and I spent most of the day warming him up, fascinated by his colour changing and little feet.
I have 14 years in the veterinary reception profession. I love dealing with our clients and their pets. There is nothing I like more than putting everyone at their ease whilst they are waiting and I'm more than happy to have good chat!!
Interests: I love spending time with my family and very lively dog, Digby! I enjoy running, going on long walks.
Most memorable case: reuniting a dog, that had been missing for 3 years with its owner. I'm not sure who cried the most, me , the dog or the owner!!