Welcome to Wanstead Veterinary Hospital

Our Wanstead Veterinary Hospital has been offering veterinary care to pets from its original site since 1972. Whilst consistently providing a high standard of expertise to the local community throughout this time as a general veterinary practice, Wanstead Hospital also offers its specialist services to pets requiring an Emergency Vet in North London.

General practice

Our day-to-day general practice services range from vaccinations and health checks to consultations, diagnostic tests and a range of medical and surgical treatments.

Separate cat and dog waiting areas in the spacious air-conditioned reception area help your pet remains calm and comfortable before being assessed and we’re delighted to offer our clients complimentary tea and coffee. The reception area offers a wide range of pet accessories and high-quality pet foods and our team will be happy to advise on your pet’s nutritional needs and make recommendations if necessary.

Whatever your reason for needing us, we’re delighted to welcome you to Wanstead Veterinary Hospital and aim to provide the highest quality healthcare for you and your pet.

Emergency Facilities and Services

Wanstead Veterinary Hospital is open 24hrs a day, 365 days per year. Our experienced team has access to extensive diagnostic and treatment facilities providing specialist care and surgery, intensive care, advanced scanning through CT and ultrasound, as well as a number of expert vets who are highly experienced in particular areas of medicine and surgery.  We routinely accept referrals from other vets in North and East London and the surrounding areas.  

All our hospital vets have their own areas of particular clinical interest and are available to provide further advice for clients whose pet has been referred by their own vet practice:

  • Emergency and critical care
  • Orthopaedic surgery
  • Keyhole surgery
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Ophthalmology
  • Internal medicine.

The Hospital enjoys excellent facilities including consultation rooms, dedicated operating suites, separate dog and cat hospitalisation wards and isolation areas where strict barrier nursing techniques are observed. We’re proud of our intensive care facilities with fluid infusion pumps, oxygen therapy kennels, heating incubators and advanced monitoring equipment.

84 New Wanstead
Wanstead
London
E11 2SY

Our Out of Hours Emergency Fees

Every Day
10pm-8am
£282.50
Monday to Friday
8am-9am & 7pm-10pm
£240.75
Saturday
5pm-10pm
£240.75
Sunday & Bank Holiday
8am-10pm
£282.50
Standard vet appointment
£69
Follow-up vet appointment
£64
Extended vet appointment
£89
Dog castration
from £295
Bitch spay
from £380
Cat castration
£118
Cat spay
£140
Dog initial vaccination
£98
Dog booster vaccination
£69
Cat initial vaccination
£95
Cat booster vaccination
£75
Animal Health Certificate
£268.40
Microchip
from £24.18
Direct Claim insurance fee
£30
Prescription fee per item
included in medication fee (if dispensed in practice)
Prescription fee per item
£23.50 (for dispensing elsewhere)
Emergency / Out-of-hours consultation fee
Please see Emergency Care page

Vet and Nurse Appointments

Click on the fee tab to see prices for our standard vet appointments and neutering. See Vet and Nurse appointments for more information on the types and length of consultations available in practice. Fees for other appointments and treatments are available by speaking with us in practice.

How To Find Wanstead Veterinary Hospital

Wanstead Veterinary Hospital is located on New Wanstead, close to the Green Man interchange with the A12, between Wanstead and Leytonstone. For those travelling to us by car, there is a small on-site car park reserved for clients, as well as some on-street parking nearby. If parking onsite, please be sure to enter your car’s registration on our reception desk tablet upon arrival to secure two hours’ free parking (this can be renewed again if needed). If you are travelling on the London Underground, we’re a 10-minute brisk walk from Wanstead or Snaresbrook Tube Stations and we’re also on several bus routes.

Please note this practice is located within the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ).

Highest Standards of Veterinary Care

Our Wanstead Veterinary Hospital holds accreditation from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). After a thorough evaluation, the RCVS has confirmed that we uphold the highest standards of veterinary care. Additionally, this location has achieved the globally recognized Cat Friendly Clinic status for our efforts in minimising stress for cats during vet visits.

RCVS Accredited Practice Logo

 

Facilities & Services

24 hour care

Animal Health Certificates

Blood Testing

Cat Friendly Clinics

Certificate Holders & Advanced Practitioners

Consultations

Dentistry

Diagnostic Imaging

Flea and Worm Treatment

Free Kitten & Puppy checks

Healthcare Plan – ProActive Pets

Laparoscopic Surgery

Neutering

Nurse Clinics

Pet Insurance Information

Pet Microchips

Puppy & Kitten vaccination course

Referrals

Pet Vaccinations

Weight and Diet Advice

Wellness health screen

X-Ray

Meet the Team

Our network of branches and hospitals have the support of an experienced management team as well as administrative backup.

Vets

Louise Worth BVSc GPCert SAS MRCVS

Head Veterinary Surgeon

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 [OV]

Veterinary Surgeon

John Gardner MA VetMB CertSAS MRCVS [OV]

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.

Shaun Smith BVetMed CertSAS MRCVS [OV]

Veterinary Surgeon

Shaun Smith BVetMed CertSAS MRCVS [OV]

Veterinary Surgeon

Shaun graduated from the Royal Veterinary College, London in 2005 and went on to attain a Certificate in Small Animal Surgery before joining the team at Wanstead. Shaun has a particular interest in wound management as well as general surgery and orthopaedic surgery. Shaun is an Official Veterinarian [OV] which means that he is authorised to issue pet passports and complete export health certificates. In his free time, Shaun plays guitar and piano and has recently achieved his childhood dream of becoming a pilot. Shaun has a bearded dragon called Ralph (who is actually a girl!)

Emily Cassidy BVM&S MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Emily Cassidy BVM&S MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Emily graduated from The University of Edinburgh in 2022 and worked in a busy 24-hour hospital on her home island of Jersey before moving to London and joining the team at Wanstead in 2023. Emily’s interests include emergency medicine and soft tissue surgery. Outside of being a vet, Emily is a qualified skiing instructor, an avid baker and enjoys pilates, long walks and dancing with friends!

Ana de Castro BVMSci MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Ana de Castro BVMSci MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Details to follow

Jonathan Chan BA VetMB MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

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.

Angella Dorsey-Oresto VMD MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

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 MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Charles Folkes BVSc 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

Vittoria Franco MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Details to follow

Rashmi Gunaratne BA VetMB MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

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 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 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

Cherrildine Liebenberg BVSc MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Details to follow

Laura Mamlouk BVMSci MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

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 MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Samantha Nightingale BVetMed 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.

Esin Pearson BVetMed MRCVS [OV]

Veterinary Surgeon

Esin Pearson BVetMed MRCVS [OV]

Veterinary Surgeon

Details to follow

Charlotte Peres MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Charlotte Peres MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Charlotte graduated from the University of Liège in Belgium in 2018. She then completed an internship and followed this up by working in a referral clinic in Luxembourg for a few years. This enabled her to gain solid experience in internal medicine, emergencies, and endoscopy. After moving to London, Charlotte joined the team at Wanstead in 2024 and has a particular interest in medical imaging.

Adam Piorek DVM MRCVS PhD

Veterinary Surgeon

Adam Piorek DVM MRCVS PhD

Veterinary Surgeon

In 2007 Adam graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn (Poland), where shortly after he began work at the Veterinary Surgical Department, obtaining a PhD in Veterinary Surgery Science in 2012. In 2013 Adam moved to the UK and started practicing as vet in East Anglia. He has a keen interest in surgery, especially in orthopedics. Outside of Adam’s veterinary interests he enjoys hiking, photography and composing music.

Jose Rodriguez Ariza MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Jose Rodriguez Ariza MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Jose graduated in 2013 from the University of Murcia (Spain). He worked as an equine vet for five years before changing his interest to small animal practice. Jose joined the team at Wanstead in 20023 and has an interest in internal medicine.

Airan Santana CertAVP(ECC) MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Airan Santana CertAVP(ECC) MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Airan qualified as a vet in Valencia, his hometown, in 2008. After working in Spain for three years he decided to move to the UK to progress his career. Before joining the team at Wanstead in 2023, Airan worked for over ten years in both first opinion and emergency small animal clinics. He developed an interest in Emergency and Critical Care Medicine which led him to gain an Advanced Practitioner Certificate in this field awarded by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. Airan also enjoys supporting new starting vets navigating through this rewarding profession. Outside of work, he enjoys outdoor sports, travelling with a focus on wildlife, any sea-related activity, and also socialising.

Lucy Taylor BVM BVS MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

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

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.

Nurses

Pebbles Wyard RVN

Head Nurse

Pebbles Wyard RVN

Head Nurse

Pebbles qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2007 and joined the team at Wanstead in 2021. She became the Head Nurse in 2023.  Pebbles has worked in various types of veterinary clinics including charity, zoo and referral. Pebbles has a keen interest in all aspects of nursing especially feline nursing and has completed additional qualifications including clinical coaching, VetsNow Certificate in Emergency and Clinical Coaching, and is currently studying for the ISFM certificate in Feline Nursing.

Amie Goldman RVN

Deputy Head Nurse

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

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 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 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.

Ciara Crane RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Ciara Crane RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Ciara joined the Goddard Group in 2014 and qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2021. She enjoys many activities including baking, sketching, photography and taking her dogs on walks and also spending time with her cats.

Katie Elliott RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Katie Elliott RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Details to follow

Megan Evans RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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

Lucy Fortt RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Details to follow

Matilda Gollins RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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

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 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

Lauren Hodder RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Details to follow

Imogen Lesurf RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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

Caoimhe Moore RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Details to follow

Sarah O’Meara RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Sarah O’Meara RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Sarah joined the team at Wanstead in 2021. She qualified as a veterinary nurse in 1998 and after many years in practice Sarah decided to go into veterinary nurse education and is looking forward to combining the two roles by working at Wanstead as one of the weekend nurses.

Mahli Piti RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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.

Charmaine Reyes RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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

Chloe Shute RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Bio to follow

ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic Cat Advocate

Neil Smith RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Neil Smith RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Bio to follow

Joanne Sullivan RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse & Stock Controller

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 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 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.

Georgina Wyard RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Georgina Wyard RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Georgina qualified as a registered veterinary nurse in 2014 and joined the team at Wanstead in 2022. She has an interest in pet behaviour and hopes to develop in this area further.

Lydia Davis

Student Veterinary Nurse

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 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 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 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 Newlyn

Student Veterinary Nurse

Sarah Newlyn

Student Veterinary Nurse

Sarah joined the team at Wanstead in 2022.  Sarah is currently studying to become a veterinary nurse and has a keen interest in emergency critical care and imagining. At home Sarah has a rescue Staffordshire Bull Terrier called Izzie whose hobbies are eating and sleeping.

Joana Sevilha

Student Veterinary Nurse

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.

Jade Stevens

Student Veterinary Nurse

Jade Stevens

Student Veterinary Nurse

Jade joined the Goddard Group in 2018 after studying Animal Management at college where she gained an Extended Diploma in 2017.  Jade has worked with many kinds of animals ranging from domestic pets to large mammals and exotic animals in and around college and in her spare time she volunteered at an animal sanctuary. Jade owns a cat of her own called Rosie who she adopted when she was doing work experience at the Barking branch.

Casey Styles

Student Veterinary Nurse

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.

Alice Clark

Nursing Assistant

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.

Netitia Dore

Nursing Assistant

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 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.

Ellen Howard

Nursing Assistant

Ellen Howard

Nursing Assistant

Ellen studied Animal Management at Capel Manor College before joining the team at Wanstead in 2019. Ellen has worked alongside security sniffer dogs for various events and festivals and completed work experience at our Chingford branch which is where she believes her enthusiasm for pet welfare really began.

Selda Hussein

Nursing Assistant

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.

Sarah Islam

Nursing Assistant

Sarah Islam

Nursing Assistant

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

Nursing Assistant

Pilar Quiros

Nursing Assistant

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.

Alyssia Rodgers-Levine

Nursing Assistant

Alyssia Rodgers-Levine

Nursing Assistant

Details to follow

Lauryn Scales

Nursing Assistant

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 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.

Ben Shaw

Nursing Assistant

Ben Shaw

Nursing Assistant

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 now lives with his wife, Carrie, and Maltese dog, Bella. Ben is hoping to start studying for his nursing qualification soon.

Ilana Stock

Nursing Assistant

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 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

Toni Walker

Nursing Assistant

Details to follow

Support Team

Edwina Heath

Hospital Manager

Edwina Heath

Hospital Manager

Edwina joined the team at Wanstead in 2024 having worked in healthcare for over two decades. She brings a wealth of experience in practice management and operations to her role in Wanstead. and her passion for customer service and patient care remains her top priority. She is fuelled by a genuine desire to make a positive impact in the lives of both animals and their human companions. Edwina developed a profound love for animals from an early age in South Africa where she grew up surrounded by cats, dogs, snakes, birds, and fish. Beyond her professional endeavours, Edwina enjoys various outdoor pursuits including, running, swimming, and hiking. She is also an avid reader and loves cooking and spending time with friends.

Paul Nicoletti

Deputy Hospital Manager

Paul Nicoletti

Deputy Hospital Manager

Paul joined the team at Wanstead in February 2024 and has considerable experience in practice management. Paul is a team player and always happy to help others. He loves to travel and lived in Cyprus with his partner where they worked with rescue centres and ended up fostering 14 dogs!  At home, Paul has two French bulldogs Prince and Bear, a pom-chi called Coco, and two sphynx cats Elvis and Priscilla

Georgiana Vasiliu

Client Care Manager

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

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

Lucy Hatchard

Hospital Administrator

Katarzyna Czech

Senior Receptionist

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 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.

Agne Burokaite

Receptionist

Agne Burokaite

Receptionist

Agne joined the team at Wanstead in 2023 and is currently studying veterinary medicine at the Royal Veterinary College. 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.

Anna-Clare Chappell

Receptionist

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 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.

Tyrina Gallagher

Receptionist

Tyrina Gallagher

Receptionist

Tyrina joined the team at Wanstead in 2020.

Charlotte Galvin

Receptionist

Charlotte Galvin

Receptionist

Charlotte joined the team at Wanstead in 2024. She is passionate about animals and has a cocker spaniel who is a fun ball of energy. Charlotte’s dream is to own a samoyed one day!

Evelina Giannerini

Receptionist

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 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

Kellie Huke

Receptionist

Jolanta Janikowska

Receptionist

Jolanta Janikowska

Receptionist

Jolanta joined the team at Wanstead in 2023 and has a professional background in the hospitality industry but her true passion has always been to be surrounded by furry friends.  Having recently had to say goodbye to her beloved corgi she is now getting ready to adopt a new friend.

Tabitha Kyte

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!

Susan Smith

Receptionist

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!

Haley Christou RVN

Insurance & Accounts Coordinator

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

Samantha Boddington

Insurance Clerk

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Ruth Weigler

Insurance Clerk

Ruth Weigler

Insurance Clerk

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