Louise Worth BVSc GPCert SAS MRCVS

Head Veterinary Surgeon

Louise qualified from Bristol Veterinary School in 2011 and joined the Wanstead team in 2014 and became Head Vet in 2021. She has a special interest in general surgery, endoscopy and rabbits and has a Certificate in Small Animal Surgery. In her spare time, Louise is an avid traveller.

John Gardner MA VetMB CertSAS MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

John is a Cambridge University graduate who, since qualifying as a veterinary surgeon, has worked at the Royal Veterinary College [RVC] in London as well as in practice in Hertfordshire. He joined the Wanstead team in 2008 as a resident orthopaedic surgeon having achieved his Certificate in Small Animal Surgery in 2007. John is an Official Veterinarian [OV] which means that he is authorised to issue pet passports and complete export health certificates. John spends most of his free time with his young family.

Iona Baker BVM BVS MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

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Jonathan Chan BA VetMB MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Jonathan was born and raised in Cambridge where he also studied to be a vet, finally qualifying in 2024. He then took the big step to move “all the way” to London joining the team in Wanstead as part of the new graduate programme in 2024. Outside of work, Jonathan enjoys pub quizzes, travelling, playing sports and visiting museums.

Sarah Cole BVetMed MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Sarah is a London-born veterinary surgeon and joined the team at Wanstead in 2025. Sarah loves being hands-on with animals, helping improve their lives, and making a real difference to the people who care for them. Working as part of a supportive, passionate team is what drives Sarah every day.

Angella Dorsey-Oresto VMD MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Angella graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2014 as a veterinary surgeon and holds a PhD in Microbiology & Molecular Genetics. After leading an ER team in New Orleans for several years, she moved to Miami in 2020 to work in a specialty and referral hospital. An avid traveler, she travels yearly to Alaska as a veterinarian for the Iditarod. In 2022, Angella joined the team at Wanstead when she moved to London to fulfill a lifelong dream of living abroad and will be running her first marathon this October.

Charles Folkes BVSc PGDip (VCP) CertAVP MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Charlie graduated from the University of Bristol in 2016 and since then has undertaken two internships and spent some time in first opinion practice, as well as working as a locum veterinary surgeon and a full time night vet. He has a lot of emergency and critical care experience, which is a special area of interest for him, and he puts this to good use as one of the dedicated night vets at the Wanstead Hospital. He also has a keen interest in neurology and particularly enjoys this when it is combined with his interest in emergency and critical care.

Vittoria Franco MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

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Rashmi Gunaratne BA VetMB MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Rashmi graduated from the University of Cambridge in 2015 and worked in small animal practice in Newcastle-upon-Tyne and Aylesbury before joining the Wanstead team in 2020. Rashmi has a special interest in small animal medicine.

Nancy John BA VetMB MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Nancy graduated from Cambridge University in 2022 and moved to London in 2024 to join the team at Wanstead.  Nancy loves all aspects of practice but has particular interests in emergency and critical care, and looking after inpatients in the hospital. In her free time Nancy enjoys spending time outside playing sport, cooking for friends and weekends in the countryside.

Hilary Lau BVMS MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Hilary graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2021 and spent her first year in practice at a busy small animal hospital in Portsmouth before moving to London and joining the team at Wanstead in 2023.

Cherrildine Liebenberg BVSc MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

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Laura Mamlouk BVMSci MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Laura had a previous career in human resources before making the switch to Veterinary Medicine. She graduated from the University of Surrey before joining the team at Wanstead in 2023 as part of the New Graduate Program. Outside of work, Laura enjoys travelling and swimming.

Samantha Nightingale BVetMed PGCertSAM MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Sammie graduated from The Royal Veterinary College, London in 2019. Since graduating she worked in busy small animal clinics in London before joining the team at Wanstead in 2023. Sammie has completed a further qualification in Emergency & Critical Care, and is currently studying towards a certificate in Small Animal Medicine. Outside of work Sammie is a keen traveller and marathon runner.

Genziana Nurra CertAVP MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Genziana qualified as a veterinary surgeon in Italy in 2014. She joined the team at Wanstead in 2025 and has a special interest in emergency critical care and soft tissue surgery. At home, Genziana has a cat and enjoys adventurous travel, global charity work, and visiting the cinema and markets.

Alba Feliu Orts MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Alba graduated from the Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (UAB) in 2020, and before joining the team at Wanstead in 2023 worked for a year in a small animal clinic in Barcelona before coming to London in 2022 where she worked in a busy small animal practice. Alba is undertaking a postgraduate qualification in internal medicine.

Esin Pearson BVetMed CertAVP MRCVS [OV]

Veterinary Surgeon

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Ines Soares De Andrade Goncalves Sarraguca MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Originally from the sunny Algarve coast of Portugal, Ines moved to the UK in 2022. She began her career in a small animal practice, where she enjoyed building strong relationships with clients and their pets. Seeking to further develop her skills in emergency care and work in a larger, fast-paced environment, Ines joined the team at Wanstead in 2025. Ines is a proud dog owner and  Piper and Marley keep her on her toes and remind her every day why she loves her job.

Lucy Taylor BVM BVS MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Lucy graduated from the University of Nottingham in 2024 and joined the team at Wanstead after graduation. Lucy has an interest in feline medicine and has three rescue cats of her own at home. In her free time, Lucy enjoys rugby and getting out and about in nature.

Klara Vargha DVM MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

After graduating from Guelph University in Canada, Klara worked for for the PDSA in East London and then a private practice in North West London where she became a partner for a few years.  Klara then completed an internship in Small Animal Medicine & Surgery back in Canada before returning to the UK and she began working for the Goddard Group in 1994.

Vasileios Zouloumis MSc MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Vasileios joined the team at Wanstead in 2025 and is a passionate and dedicated vet who provides excellent care to all our patients.

Victoria Meza RVN

Head Nurse

Victoria joined the team at Wanstead in 2025 an is originally from the USA.

Ursula Dodunski RVN

Deputy Head Nurse

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Amie Goldman RVN

Deputy Head Nurse

Amie qualified as an RVN in 2017 and worked in small animal hospitals for some years before that.  She has a particular interest in surgery and emergency and critical care.

Alexandra Burgess RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Lexi qualified as a registered veterinary nurse in April 2024 and joined the team at Wanstead the same year. Lexi had seven years experience in the veterinary profession before qualifying and her main interests are nursing inpatients and exotics. At home, Lexi has two cats and a tortoise.

Bebhinn Clements RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Bebhinn studied Animal Management before moving to London and going on to complete a degree in Veterinary Nursing in 2021 at Middlesex University. Bebhinn worked at the Mandeville Veterinary Hospital before moving to Wanstead in 2021. Her main interests are promoting animal welfare and outside of work Bebhinn enjoys going to concerts, the theatre, and spending time with family, friends and her dog Piper.

Graham Cook RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Graham joined the team at Wanstead in 2021 and previously worked in both private practice and the charity sector.  He has a particular interest in anaesthesia and critical care nursing.

Megan Evans RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Megan joined the team at Wanstead in 2016 and has since qualified as a Veterinary Care Assistant.  Megan is looking forward to starting her training for the Veterinary Nurse Diploma soon. In her spare time she enjoys taking her two dogs, Sonny and Toby, for forest walks.

Lucy Fortt RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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Matilda Gollins RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Tilly joined the team at Wanstead in 2022 after qualifying as an RVN. Her favourite aspects of nursing include anaesthesia, canine behaviour and supporting owners in caring for their geriatric pets.

Virginia Graves RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Ginny joined the team at Wanstead in 2021 after qualifying as an RVN in 2019.  She studied animal management at Capel Manor College and after volunteering at her local veterinary practice was taken on as a student veterinary nurse. Ginny has a keen interest in diagnostic imaging and anaesthesia.

Aimée Hemmings RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Aimée is a self described ‘crazy cat lady’ adopting three rescues Scarlett, Sid and Greg – although she adores dogs just as much having grown up with two large bouncy labradors. Aimée has been working in veterinary practice for over 10 years and qualified as a registered veterinary nurse in 2017. She has a keen interest in anaesthesia, medical nursing and emergency & critcal care and has joined the team at Wanstead  as one of our out of hours nurses. Outside of work you can find Aimée at a music event, making something creative or away in the campervan.

Lauren Hodder RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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Imogen Lesurf RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Immy joined the team at Wanstead in 2023 having recently qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse from Middlesex University. Immy has a very equal love of cats and dogs and feels passionate about making all animals feel as comfortable and stress-free as possible while at the vets!

Caoimhe Moore RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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Mahli Piti RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Mahli joined the team at Wanstead in 2022 and qualified as a Veterinary Nurse in 2024. Mahli has an interest in surgery and anaesthesia.

Lauren Reeve RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Lauren qualified as a Veterinary Nurse in 2024 through the Royal Veterinary College and joined the team at Wanstead. She is passionate about cat friendly practice and all things anaesthesia, and is keen to pursue an anaesthesia certificate. She enjoys mentoring students and helping them to reach their full potential. When she is not in clinic, Lauren can be found reading, or crocheting outfits for our furry friends 🙂

Charmaine Reyes RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Charmaine joined the team at Wanstead in 2024.  She has a BSc(Hons) in Zoology and a passion for exotic species.

Chloe Shute RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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Joanne Sullivan RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse & Stock Controller

Joanne qualified as a veterinary nurse back in 1996 when she worked at our Plaistow branch.  She then went on to work in various small animal practices and spent some time locuming before returning to the Goddard Group and joining the team at Wanstead in 2020.  Joanne has two rescue Cavalier King Charles spaniels and in her spare time enjoys competing in triathlons.

Jesle Varu RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse & Training Coordinator

Jesle originally came to the Wanstead Hospital in 2015 for an 8-week placement as a student veterinary nurse and stayed after his graduation as an RVN from the Royal Veterinary College in 2017! He then undertook the BSc course where he focused on wildlife and medical nursing in 2018, gained his Vets Now Emergency and Critical Care certificate in 2021 and is now a senior nurse and a Training Coordinator at Wanstead. Jesle enjoys all areas of nursing especially taking care of the hospital’s inpatients when being the ward nurse, emergency nursing and mentoring students. He lives with his cross-eyed, black cat called Sooty.

Helen Wheadon BSc [Hons] RVN

Client Support Nurse

Helen joined the Group in 2002 after completing a degree in Animal Science at Writtle University. Helen started work at our Gidea Park branch and later transferred to Goodmayes in order to complete her Veterinary Nurse training. Helen qualified as a RVN in 2009 and split her time between Goodmayes and the Freemantle Road branch in Barkingside before transferring to the Wanstead Hospital to take up the Reception Nurse role. Helen enjoys meeting the new puppies and kittens that come in and of course all the pets who attend regularly for weight clinics, nail trims and ProActive Pets checks. Some of the dogs are particularly cheeky and pop behind reception to say hello to Helen before their appointment.

Agne Burokaite

Student Veterinary Nurse

Agne joined the team at Wanstead in 2023 and is currently studying to be a veterinary nurse. Agne is originally from Lithuania and has always been passionate about animal care and welfare. Outside of work and study Agne enjoys Latin and ballroom dancing and loves spending time with her Russian blue mix cat Belgium and her Syrian hamster Keira.

Lydia Davis

Student Veterinary Nurse

Lydia joined the team at Wanstead in 2022. After completing a degree in Equine Therapies, Lydia worked at the Royal Veterinary College Equine Referral Hospital as a veterinary technician. Having spent most of her career among horses and large animals, Lydia decided to take the ‘jump’ and fulfill her desire to work in the small animal veterinary world. Lydia is currently studying for a veterinary nursing degree.  In her spare time she enjoys playing football, skiing, and spending time with her two dogs and two cats.

Sheree Davis

Student Veterinary Nurse

Sheree joined the team at Wanstead in 2021 having originally studied Health and Social Care in 2017 in the hopes of becoming a human neonatal nurse. She then moved on to study Animal Management at Capel Manor and is currently studying to achieve her veterinary nursing qualification. Sheree is the proud owner of eight amazing pets, including dogs, cats, snakes and lizards. In her spare time she works as an artist. She also enjoys gardening and being in nature.

Chanel Field

Student Veterinary Nurse

Chanel joined the team at the Wanstead Veterinary Hospital in 2018 and has always had a passion for caring for animals. Chanel loves all animals but has a particularly soft spot for horses. Chanel has a horse called Lollipop and competes yearly in show jumping competitions, and also has a guinea pig called Sensai. Chanel has a young daughter who shares her passion for animals and she spends a lot of her time teaching her daughter how to care for their pets.

Holly Fulker

Student Veterinary Nurse

Holly joined the team at Wanstead in 2021 after studying Animal Management at Writtle College and is currently studying to gain her veterinary nursing qualification.  Holly has two adopted rescue cats, Olly and Oreo, who she loves spending time with.

Sarah Islam

Student Veterinary Nurse

Sara joined the team at Wanstead in 2024 and has an interest in emergency care. She strives to always create a cat-friendly environment in the workplace. During her spare time she loves spending time with her own cat Penguin, reading and crocheting.

Pilar Quiros

Student Veterinary Nurse

Pilar joined the team at Wanstead in 2021. She studied biology in Spain and animals have been always been her passion. Pilar is planning on furthering her knowledge enabling her to build a career in the animal welfare profession.  Outside of work Pilar likes to volunteer for animal organisations and studies holistic nutrition.

Joana Sevilha

Student Veterinary Nurse

Joana joined the team at Wanstead in 2024 after working as a vet receptionist and nursing assistant for three years and is training for her veterinary nurse qualification. Joana loves learning and her goal is to run an animal shelter of her own one day. Outside of work, Joana enjoys roller skating, sewing, and her two cats.

Ben Shaw

Student Veterinary Nurse

Ben joined the team at Wanstead in 2020.  He studied Zoology at the University of Glasgow, graduating in 2011. He then moved to Israel in 2013 to work for a year at Jerusalem Zoo and then to America in 2014 to work at the Orlando Science Centre. He worked with large carnivores in Jerusalem and many reptiles and amphibians in Orlando. Ben is currently studying for his veterinary nurse qualification and lives with his wife, Carrie, and Maltese dog, Bella.

Casey Styles

Student Veterinary Nurse

Casey joined the team at Wanstead after studying animal management at college, and she is looking forward to training to be a veterinary nurse. At home, Casey has a dog named Daisy and two tortoises who she loves to spend time with.

Donna Albert

Nursing Assistant

Donna joined the team at Wanstead in 2025.  Donna is a dog and cat mum and a passionate animal lover. She is eager to expand her knowledge of the veterinary world to help care for sick and vulnerable animals, ensuring they achieve their best health. With a strong background in administration and customer service, Donna excels at engaging with people and building meaningful connections.

Alice Clark

Nursing Assistant

Alice joined the Wanstead team in 2020 and is studying science A-levels as she is looking to continue her career in veterinary medicine. She has strong interests in both animal welfare and ophthalmology and has enjoyed working with a wide range of animals including African wildlife. In her free time she loves to volunteer at sanctuaries and spend time with her own Cockapoo called Parker. She also enjoys yoga and cocktail-making amongst other things.

Taylor Donovan

Nursing Assistant

Taylor joined the Wanstead team in 2025, bringing with him a longstanding passion for working in the animal care industry. He pursued this ambition by studying at Writtle University College, where he earned an Extended Diploma in Animal Management. Taylor is now focused on advancing his career and is enthusiastic about training to become a veterinary nurse in the future.

Netitia Dore

Nursing Assistant

Neitia studied at City and Islington College Of Applied Sciences and completed the Animal Management Level 3 Diploma Course. During this time she had the opportunity to study abroad with the AWF in Tenerife, recording numbers of the migratory and residential species through whale watching.  Neitia now wants the opportunity to use the knowledge she has gained to help pets live a comfortable and happy life.

Claire Felstead

Nursing Assistant

Claire joined the team at Wanstead in 2022 after working with exotic animals for two years. Claire is looking forward to studying for her veterinary nurse qualification.  At home, she has a fluffy Persian cat named Toby, a corn snake and a Pacman frog.

Selda Hussein

Nursing Assistant

Selda joined the team at Wanstead in 2023 and is looking forward to training as a veterinary nurse in the future.

Alyssia Rodgers-Levine

Nursing Assistant

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Lauryn Scales

Nursing Assistant

Lauryn joined the team at Wanstead in 2023 having recently finished a qualification in animal management.  At home she has a dog named Guzel.

Louisa Spicer

Nursing Assistant

Louisa joined the team at Wanstead in 2024. This is her first job in the veterinary industry and her love for animals has led her to aspire to qualify as a veterinary nurse in the future.

Tiana Smith

Nursing Assistant

Tiana joined the team at Wanstead in 2025 and has always been passionate about working with animals. Her journey began at City and Islington College, where she gained  Level 1 and 2 qualifications in animal care. After completing City and Guilds training at Lambourn Farm, Tiana worked as a Veterinary Care Assistant in various practices and is now excited about starting her studies in animal nursing. In her free time Tiana enjoys spending time with her two kittens, Kiki and Kassi.

Oladipo Solanke

Nursing Assistant

Diposky joined the team at Wanstead in 2025 and has always had a deep passion for animals. His passion now centers on extending the lives of pets. With over 10 years of experience in the animal health and veterinary industry, Diposky has worked internationally in various roles, including dog breeding and veterinary practices. His experience spans both private and corporate practices in the UK and he is focused on building expertise in emergency and critical care, all while providing compassionate care for the animals he supports.

Ilana Stock

Nursing Assistant

Ilana joined the team at Wanstead in 2023 having studied at Capel Manor College for Level 3 Diploma in animal care. Ilana has worked with lots of different animals from rodents, reptiles, farm animals and small animals. She has a passion for all animals that she meets but especially enjoys spending time with her own two rabbits and dog.

Natasha Thomson

Nursing Assistant

Natasha joined the team at Wanstead in 2020, having previously worked for the PDSA and Vets4Pets which is where she found her passion for caring for animals. She has two cats, Mushka and Minx, who she spends time with cuddling and caring for.

Toni Walker

Nursing Assistant

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Georgiana Vasiliu

Client Care Manager

Georgiana joined the team at Wanstead in 2022.  She is a Coventry University graduate with Bachelor degree in Management and Leadership . Georgiana uses her positive attitude and energy to achieve the best client care experience for all our clients and their pets.

Elizabeth Gregory

Hospital Administrator

Lizzy joined the team at Wanstead in 2019 having previously worked as a nurse at the RSPCA Harmsworth before moving onto the reception team at the RVC Beaumont Sainsbury Animal Hospital.  Lizzy enjoys the challenge of a busy hospital environment and is a keen advocate of adopting dogs from rescue centres.  Lizzy now has a rescue of her own in her little Edie who keeps her on her toes!

Lucy Hatchard

Hospital Administrator

Katarzyna Czech

Senior Receptionist

Katie joined the team at Wanstead in 2021.  She is passionate about all animals and is the proud owner of two spoilt-rotten German Shepherds.

Sarah Wilson

Senior Receptionist

Sarah joined the reception team at Wanstead in 2022.  She has worked in the veterinary profession since 2004 and qualified as an RVN in 2013. Sarah has always had a passion for animals and has many furry family members. Outside of work Sarah enjoys adventures with her children and the family dogs.

Anna-Clare Chappell

Receptionist

Anna-Clare joined the team at Wanstead in 2023. They grew up spending a lot of time in Ireland around farm animals. When Anna-Clare is not at work they write and produce music and spend time with their 3 year old tortoiseshell cat Myla.

Julie Driscoll

Receptionist

Julie has worked at the Wanstead Hospital for over 30 years and is highly valued and thought of by colleagues and clients alike.

Evelina Giannerini

Receptionist

Evelina joined the team at Wanstead in 2023 and has always wanted to work with animals so this is finally a little dream come true – never give up is her new favourite sentence. At home, Evalina has three dogs and a cat that she loves with all her heart.

Morena Henderson

Receptionist

Morena joined the team at Wanstead in 2021 and has worked with and around animals since she was 18. Morena is a fully trained and qualified dog groomer.

Kellie Huke

Receptionist

Tabitha Kyte

Receptionist

Tabitha joined the reception team at Wanstead in 2024 and coming from a veterinary family has always been around animals. Tabitha has a rural background and is just as familiar with sheep and horses as she is with dogs and cats!

Khia Singh

Receptionist

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Susan Smith

Receptionist

Sue joined the team at Wanstead in 2022 and is one of the friendly faces you will find on reception at the hospital. Sue is passionate about animals and has a gorgeous ginger cat at home called GJ who loves his food!

Lia Stevens

Receptionist

Tsorchia Taylor

Receptionist

Tsorchia joined the team at Wanstead in 2025. Tsorchia studied animal care and animal management at college and has two cats of her own at home.

Haley Christou RVN

Insurance & Accounts Coordinator

Haley started her career with the Goddard Group in 2001 as a veterinary assistant at our Mile End branch.  After qualifying as an RVH in 2012 she became Head Nurse at the branch.  After a few years of locuming for other practices Haley decided to return to the hospital at Wanstead to head up the insurance team. Haley is the proud carer of her cat ‘Stinky’, a stray cat entrusted to her by from Poorly Paws Rescue.  Unfortunately, he likes ‘getting up to mischief’  which resulted in a broken tail that needed partial amputation and the complete removal of his upper canine teeth after an unknown trauma. Haley is a self-confessed ‘crazy cat lady’ but also enjoys caring for dogs, horses and her tortoise Sheldon.

Samantha Boddington

Insurance Clerk

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Ruth Weigler

Insurance Clerk

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