Welcome to Stone Lion Veterinary Hospital
The Stone Lion Veterinary Hospital has been offering veterinary care in Wimbledon for over 100 years and became part of the Goddard Group in 2001. Our hospital offers many different services under one roof, from vaccinations and health-checks to consultations, diagnostic tests, and a range of medical and surgical treatments. We are open 24hrs a day, 365 days per year, with experienced vets and nurses always on hand to care for your pet. In addition to our comprehensive general practice services, we are also proud to offer a range of referral services.
We are dedicated to offering a friendly and compassionate service to our clients and providing the highest quality healthcare for your pet. Our veterinary surgeons are assisted by knowledgeable and experienced staff helping us set the standards for excellence in veterinary care. We offer separate cat and dog waiting areas in our spacious air-conditioned reception area to ensure your pets remain calm and comfortable. We also provide complimentary coffee and tea and video information screens. The reception area offers a wide range of pet accessories and high-quality complete pet foods and our reception team will be happy to advise on your pet’s nutritional and health needs.
We have excellent facilities including consultation rooms, dedicated operating suites, separate dog and cat hospitalisation wards, isolation areas where strict barrier nursing techniques are observed. We pride ourselves on our intensive care facilities with fluid infusion pumps, oxygen therapy kennels, heating incubators and advanced monitoring equipment.
All of our hospital veterinary surgeons have their own areas of particular interest and are available to provide further advice and experienced veterinary opinion for referrals in many of the following disciplines:
- Emergency and critical care
- Orthopaedic surgery
- Keyhole surgery
- Soft tissue surgery
- Ophthalmology
- Internal medicine
Facilities & Services
24 hour care
Emergency care is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at our three flagship hospitals. We have vets on site at all times, supported by qualified nurses to ensure that we are ready to care for your pet whatever time of day they need us. Even if your pet usually visits one of our branch practices, their medical records will be instantly available at our hospital to ensure that we can offer the best continuity of care.
Blood Testing
Our laboratory offers a rapid and efficient service with fast turnaround of results. Many branches have state-of-the-art in-house equipment for an even faster service. In addition to testing for the disease in an unwell patient, we also offer screening tests before your pet undergoes an anaesthetic to ensure that we identify any previously unknown problems, helping us to ensure the anaesthetic is as safe as possible.
Certificate Holders & Advanced Practitioners
Many of our veterinary surgeons have undertaken advanced training and are able to treat more complicated cases. They are happy to receive referrals in areas such as internal medicine, cardiology, orthopaedic, laparoscopic and soft tissue surgery. We invest heavily in the ongoing training of all our staff, meaning you can rest assured that your pet will be in good hands.
Consultations
We offer 15-minute appointments as a standard for all consultations, giving you plenty of time to discuss your pet’s healthcare and ask any questions you may have. We are able to provide a range of services during the consultation and are always on hand to see your pet in an emergency if necessary.
Dentistry
80% of dogs and cats over three years of age suffer some form of dental disease. Thankfully, the majority of dental problems are treatable and most are preventable. Speak to your local team for more information. Our practices are well equipped to perform routine dental procedures, and many of them benefit from dental X-rays to help diagnose and guide treatment.
Diagnostic Imaging
We offer a referral service for diagnosis and treatment with CT scans, advanced x-rays and ultrasound. These imaging tests can be offered as an outpatient service, or as part of the treatment for patients hospitalised with us. We employ a number of specialists and certificate holders who are able to provide an expert opinion in interpreting these tests.
Pet Insurance Information
People tend to think it’s only older pets that get ill and therefore younger pets don’t need pet insurance but we know from the patients we see each day that that is not the case. In fact, the younger your pet is when you insure them the better as it means you are less likely to have any existing conditions, which may not be covered by the policy and you can then receive more help covering the cost of any future treatment your pet needs.
Healthcare Plan – ProActive Pets
Budget monthly and save money on all your pet’s preventative healthcare needs. Our affordable plan allows you to pay a monthly direct debit to spread the cost of your pet’s vaccinations and parasite control products throughout the year. The costs are much less than our full retail price, and the plan offers a number of other benefits on top.
Neutering
We actively promote the benefits of neutering your pet. We offer competitive pricing without any compromise on standards, employing the use of modern anaesthetics and monitoring equipment to ensure these procedures are very safe for your pet.
Nurse Clinics
Our nursing team play a central role in the care that we provide you and your pet. In addition to assisting our veterinary surgeons in providing care for your pet, they are also able to answer questions for you directly and provide a range of nurse-led services such as puppy classes, weight management clinics and senior pet care consultations. Speak to your local team for details of classes and clinics available.
Pet Passports
We offer a pet passport service at all of our practices to enable you to travel to many countries around the world with your pet. There are a number of requirements that must be met before travel, so we recommend getting in touch with your local practice as early as possible if you might need your pet to travel abroad.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is one of many complementary therapies that we offer, and if particularly effective to aid in your pet’s mobility post-surgery or injury. We employ qualified physiotherapists who can provide physiotherapy sessions and consultations for you. Please speak to your veterinary surgeon for more information.
Puppy Socialisation
To assist your puppy with vital socialisation skills and for behavioural advice, we recommend that you bring your new puppy along to the practice for a complimentary health check so they can meet the team, have a cuddle and see that a trip to the vet is usually a pleasant experience. If we don’t run our own puppy parties, the team will be able to recommend puppy socialisation classes or dog trainers in the local area.
Please contact your local practice for further information.
Referrals
Specialist referral services are offered at our three hospitals in Wimbledon, Northolt and Wanstead in a range of different areas. Our specialists are recognised as experts in their field and are able to provide advanced treatments for a range of conditions using the latest technology. Referrals must always be made by your first opinion veterinary surgeon who will be able to advise if a specialist referral would be beneficial for your pet.
Vaccinations
Protect your pet against many life-threatening diseases by vaccinating annually. We embrace modern vaccination protocols to ensure that your pet has the protection they need, whilst ensuring we do not vaccinate more often than is necessary. Speak to your local team for all the benefits of vaccination and the range of vaccinations we offer at an affordable price.
X-Ray
All of our branches have access to x-ray facilities for ease and speed of diagnosis. Many of our practices benefit from the latest technology in digital X-rays, which provides exceptionally clear images very quickly, ensuring your pet is under anaesthetic for the shortest possible time.
Meet the Team
Our network of branches and hospitals have the support of an experienced management team as well as administrative backup.Julie Johnson BSc BVetMed MRCVS [OV]
Head of Region & Head Veterinary Surgeon
Julie Johnson BSc BVetMed MRCVS [OV]
Head of Region & Head Veterinary Surgeon
Julie qualified from the Royal Veterinary College, London in 1992 and joined Stone Lion in April 2015, having spent over 20 years as a small animal vet in both the private and charity sectors. She joins the practice from the RSPCA, where she was Hospital Director of their London hospitals. Julie is particularly interested in soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery. As an Official Veterinarian [OV] she is authorised to issue pet passports and complete export health certificates. Julie lives in Putney with her husband and son, Moffat the Border Collie cross and a small tabby cat named Malinka.
Jacqui Gold MA VetMB MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon and Hospital Manager
Jacqui Gold MA VetMB MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon and Hospital Manager
Jacqui qualified from Cambridge University in 2007 and has worked at the Stone Lion since 2009. She was appointed hospital manager in addition to her clinical duties in 2015. Jacqui is particularly interested in emergency medicine and critical care as well as soft tissue surgery. Jacqui is an Official Veterinarian [OV] which means that she is authorised to issue pet passports and complete export health certificates. Jacqui lives in Wimbledon with her husband, her Yorkshire Terrier Brut and Tatty a tabby cat who was brought to Stone Lion as an abandoned kitten. Outside of work, Jacqui’s interests are knitting, gardening and reading.
Nikolina Chatzipantazi MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Nikolina Chatzipantazi MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Nikolina graduated from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 2010 and has been working since then in Greece and the U.K. She joined the team of Stone Lion in 2017 and her particular interests are emergency medicine and soft tissue surgery. Outside of work, Nikolina enjoys travelling, yoga, reading, crochet and pen and paper role-playing games.
Gianluca Magi MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Gianluca Magi MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Gianluca joined the team graduated in Perugia and has worked in general practice both in Italy and in the UK. In 2016 he attended a one-year rotating internship and he is now studying towards a Certificate with the University of Liverpool. He joined the Stone Lion Hospital in 2018. Gianluca enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine and surgery, although has a keen interest in soft tissue surgery.
Francesca Gambuzzi BVetMed MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Francesca Gambuzzi BVetMed MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Francesca graduated from the Royal Veterinary College in 2018 and has joined the team at Stone Lion via our New Graduate scheme. Francesca is particularly interested in medicine and soft tissue surgery. Outside of work, she enjoys going to the gym, cooking, yoga and travelling.
Adam Quigley BVSc MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Adam Quigley BVSc MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Adam graduated from Onderstepoort University of Pretoria in 2013. He came to the UK in 2016 and worked for the Goddard Group as a locum before joining the team at Stone Lion in 2018. Adam enjoys medicine and has a strong interest in cardiology. He also enjoys care of hospitalised patients. Outside work Adam enjoys travelling, park runs and skiing.
Sarah Carter RVN, Head Nurse
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Sarah Carter RVN, Head Nurse
Registered Veterinary Nurse
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Andrea Papanastasiou RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Andrea Papanastasiou RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Details to follow
Andrew Cox RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Andrew Cox RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Andrew has been with the Goddard Gropu since 2001 and qualified as a veterinary nurse at Stone Lion in 2006. He then spent six years at our busy Fulham branch before returning to Stone Lion in 2014. Andrew enjoys working as a clinical coach training student nurses and has a particular interest in client care and patient rehabilitation. At home Andrew has had many cats and dogs over the years but most of his spare time is now spent with his two daughters.
Emma Townson RVN
Senior Nurse - Registered Veterinary Nurse
Emma Townson RVN
Senior Nurse - Registered Veterinary Nurse
Emma grew up in Portugal, where she began her nursing training. She joined the team at Fulham in May 2017 and is now our senior nurse and Clinical Coach. As the granddaughter of a BVNA founding member, Emma has an innate passion for the nursing profession with a particular interest in surgical and critical care nursing. Outside of work Emma shares her home with Ed, a rescue cat and any spare time is spent with her horse V.
Louise Forster RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Louise Forster RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Louise studied veterinary nursing in New Zealand and graduated with a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing in 2015 from Unitec Institute of Technology. Louise worked as a veterinary nurse in New Zealand before moving to the UK in 2017 and worked at a busy London hospital for a year before joining the team at Stone Lion. Louise likes all aspects of veterinary nursing with a special interest in internal medicine.
Nicky Bartlett RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Nicky Bartlett RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Nicky qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2008 from Onderstepoort in South Africa. She moved to the UK in 2009 and varied her job experience but finds her passion lies in anaesthetics and emergency critical care. Nicky is currently one of the night nurses at the Stone Lion but has previously worked as a locum at both the Kennington branch and Stone Lion Veterinary Hospital as a day nurse. She has a keen interest in anaesthesia, ‘small furry’ nursing and emergency and critical care. In her spare time Nicky enjoys obstacle course racing or visiting London’s best coffee shops. She also volunteers for the charity StreetVet.
Nicola Carter RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Nicola Carter RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Nicola qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2017 and joined the team at Stone Lion shortly after. She has a particular interest in wound management and surgery. Originally from Wales, Nicola loves her return trips to visit her family and being very creative she takes her inspiration from the beautiful Welsh countryside.
Stacey Burrows RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Stacey Burrows RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Originally from Southport, Stacey moved to London in February 2018 where she joined the team at Stone Lion. Stacey particularly enjoys surgery and being in theatre. Prior to nursing, Stacey spent time on game reserves in Africa working with orang-utans in Borneo as well as working in France caring for Arab show horses belonging to the Sultan of Oman. In her spare time she enjoys visiting the pretty villages of the Surrey countryside.
Billie Baker
Veterinary Nursing Assistant
Billie Baker
Veterinary Nursing Assistant
Billie joined the team at Stone Lion as a Ward Assistant in November 2017 and she is planning on starting her nurse training in 2019. Billie enjoys caring for all pets having grown up with Labradors at home. She currently owns two ginger cats called Chester and Phoenix. In her spare time Billie plays rugby and enjoys photography.
Emily Greenhalgh
Student Veterinary Nurse
Emily Greenhalgh
Student Veterinary Nurse
Emily has worked at Stone Lion since 2017 and hopes to finish her studies and qualify as a veterinary nurse in 2019. She has a strong interest in emergency and critical care and hopes to expand her knowledge in this area after qualifying. She also has experience nursing exotics and very much enjoys this. Emily has volunteered for several sanctuaries in Africa and hopes to return there to continue her travels one day. In her spare time she enjoys relaxing with friends and family.
Leigh Anne McKenna
Veterinary Nursing Assistant
Leigh Anne McKenna
Veterinary Nursing Assistant
Leigh started at Stone Lion as a Ward Assistant in June 2016 and transferred to our busy Kennington branch for a while before returning in 2018. Leigh is passionate about cats and feline behaviour and owns several rescue cats.
Louise Thomson RVN
Hospital Supervisor
Louise Thomson RVN
Hospital Supervisor
Louise qualified as a veterinary nurse at Stone Lion in 2005 having previously worked at our Kingston branch. She loves both cats and dogs and for many years organised and assisted with puppy classes, learning about canine behaviour. Louise enjoys anaesthesia, surgery and nursing geriatric patients back to health. In her spare time she enjoys visiting Scotland and driving her Morris Minor. She has two rescue cats and a Border Terrier.
Tania Gibbons
Head Receptionist
Tania Gibbons
Head Receptionist
After working in banking for 27 years Tania decided to follow her heart and started a career working with animals. She began as an auxiliary nurse in a wildlife hospital and after two years joined the team at Stone Lion as a receptionist. Tania is now the line manager for the team of five receptionists. Tania is the first port of call for any wildlife casualties that are brought in and helps with the rehoming of strays. At home, Tania has six cats, three rabbits and one tortoise (all rescues) and enjoys cycling, reading and volunteering at Wildlife Aid.
Annette Earl
Receptionist
Annette Earl
Receptionist
Annette joined Stone Lion in November 2010 following a long career with HSBC. She loves cats and in her spare time volunteers for Cats’ Protection at their Chelwood Gate adoption centre. Annette supports several animal charities and is a member of The Big Cat Sanctuary in Kent. In her spare time, Annette enjoys 80s music and Formula One. She lives with her husband and feisty cat Lulu.
Rosie Morris
Receptionist
Rosie Morris
Receptionist
Originally from Merseyside, Rosie completed a degree in English at Liverpool John Moores University in 2012 before moving to London. She worked for two years at the Lyric Theatre in the West End before moving on to work in publishing. Rosie joins the team at Stone Lion with over ten years of customer service experience and enjoys providing quality care to our clients and their pets.
Theresa O’Shaughnessy
Receptionist
Theresa O’Shaughnessy
Receptionist
After completing a degree, Theresa embarked in a career in the NHS. Several years ago she decided to pursue a career involving her passion, animals. She has worked for several years in a veterinary surgery as a receptionist and joined the team at Stone Lion in 2018. Theresa is looking forward to meeting our clients and a their lovely pets. She lives in New Malden with her two dogs Archie and Daisy and a large tank full of fish. In her spare time Theresa enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, theatre, reading and walking.
Pay and display parking available nearby around the common.
Get directionsWimbledon British Rail station and Wimbledon District Line tube. The Hospital is then a 10-15 minute walk up the hill into Wimbledon Village or take the 493 or 93 bus
Get directions- Red Bus Route 93 Priory Road to Putney Bridge Station
- Purple Bus Route 493 from St George / University of London to Richmond / Manor Road