Alex Hirst
Founder · Lead Vet
Holds an advanced GP certificate in small animal surgery and is highly skilled in keyhole and orthopaedic procedures.
Elizabeth Quigley
Veterinary Surgeon
Elizabeth graduated from the University of Liverpool and is delighted to have recently joined the River Vets team! She is really looking forward to getting to know all our lovely clients and their pets, and can't wait to meet you and your wonderful animals.
Outside of work, Elizabeth enjoys keeping active by playing netball and getting out for lovely walks. She also has a creative side and loves playing the piano and harp, as well as spending time drawing.
Emily Dunn
Head Registered Veterinary Nurse
Qualified in 2016 and spent two years in Sri Lanka working with street dogs. Loves theatre nursing and teaching.
Katie Bell
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Meet Katie, one of our RVNs! Katie has been with River Vets from the very beginning, so many of our clients will already know her well. As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, she is a valued member of the team and is passionate about providing excellent care and support for both pets and their owners.
Zoë McAlister
Registered Veterinary Nurse
With 10 years of experience in the veterinary field, Zoë has a special interest in anaesthesia and inpatient care. Outside of work, Zoë enjoys spending time with her family and caring for her collie, cat, and two ponies.
Ellie Watson
Veterinary Nurse
Ellie is one of our dedicated nurses who has recently qualified as a veterinary nurse and is excited to take the next step in her career. Outside of work, she shares her life with her dog, Piper, and three horses.
Jess Knight
Registered Veterinary Nurse
With 10 years of experience in the veterinary industry, including 5 years as a qualified Veterinary Nurse, she has a real passion for clinical coaching, supporting her team and physiotherapy, particularly when working with our wonderful golden oldies.
Outside of work, she has a lovely rescue cat called Piccalo. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring nature on walks, ice skating and occasionally dabbling in Jiu-Jitsu!
Freya McClelland
Student Veterinary Nurse
Started as a volunteer gaining veterinary nursing experience and quickly became a vital member of the team. Outside of work she enjoys time with her two labradors Bella and Luna.
Rachel Gallon
Animal Care Assistant
Rachel's favourite part of the role is caring for patients, ensuring they are comfortable, happy, and well looked after during their stay. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys bird watching, reading, crocheting, and spending time with her many pets at home, including her iguanas Patty and Selma.
Vicki Wright
Practice Co-ordinator
Vicki has over 15 years of experience in the veterinary sector and enjoys helping clients and their pets, with a keen interest in medications and parasite treatments. Outside of work she enjoys time with friends and family in the countryside, horse riding, attending horse trials, on farms, or walking coastal routes with her dog, Rocky.
Jo Henderson
Practice Manager
Jo has a background in administration and hands-on animal welfare. When she isn't working, she enjoys exploring Northumberland with her three dogs, a Cocker Spaniel, Collie, and Labrador and spending time with her Shetland sheep, especially during lambing season.
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