About

I graduated in 2009 from The University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science. I began my veterinary career by completing a small animal rotating internship at Veterinary Specialist Services in Brisbane, followed shortly by work in small animal emergency and general practice. In 2012, I moved to Sydney to complete a three-year veterinary oncology residency program at the Animal Referral Hospital in Homebush. Since then, I have worked at several specialist referral hospitals in Brisbane. I have also spent time in the USA at the University of Missouri and Colorado State University. I am a board-certified specialist in veterinary oncology with both the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS) and the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM).

I’m passionate about research in veterinary oncology and have had the privilege of contributing to the field through over ten peer-reviewed publications. I also had the opportunity to author a chapter in the latest edition of Ettinger's Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine. My work has been recognised with several research awards, which motivates me to continue advancing the understanding and treatment of cancer in pets.

Cancer can be a debilitating and challenging time for pets and their owners. My top priority is providing the best possible evidence-based and compassionate recommendations for pets with cancer. I am dedicated to finding ways to improve remission and survival for pets while striving to maintain the highest quality of life for each individual.

Outside of work, I am busy looking after my three young and highly energetic children and my two cats. Balancing my busy career with family life brings me joy and keeps me grounded and inspired.

I graduated in 2000 from Sydney University with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science. I started my veterinary career in mixed animal practice for 3 years before relocating to Perth where I worked in small animal practice. In 2007 I completed an internship, followed by a residency in Veterinary Oncology with Perth Veterinary Oncology.  I completed my Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS) Membership examinations in 2008, and my Fellowship examinations in 2012, allowing me to register as a specialist in Veterinary Oncology. Since then, I have worked in several large referral veterinary hospitals in NSW in between raising my 3 children. I have also recently served as a Councillor for the ANZCVS for 6 years, and currently sit on the Animal Care and Ethics Committee of the University of Newcastle.