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Our Dynamic Team
Mudgee Vet Hospital is an exciting, dynamic and fast-paced practice. We have a fantastic team made up of 5 vets and 15 support staff.
Meet The Team
Veterinarians
Dr. Steve Slack-Smith
Veterinarian/ Partner
Graduating from Sydney University in 1994, Steve first began working as a mixed animal vet in Quirindi, then Aryshire in Scotland, Surrey and Hampshire in England. On returning to Australia he worked as an equine vet in the Southern Highlands for 4 years before returning to England in 2001 as part of the AVA emergency response group for the English Foot and Mouth outbreak. Steve has been at MVH since joining in 2002 and has a strong commitment to both large and small animals and the Mudgee Region. ​Outside of MVH, Steve's keen interest is ocean swimming. He is also a loving father of 3 children.
Dr. Paige Loneragan
Veterinarian/ Partner
Paige graduated from Sydney University in 2005. Paige's first job was at Coolah Veterinary Clinic, which is mixed animal practice with a large proportion of cattle work. Paige is an extremely capable large animal vet who enjoys the full range of a mixed practice. ​Paige loves raising her two boys in the country setting here and is a huge supporter of the Mudgee Region Community.
Dr. Elle Bartlett
Veterinarian/ Partner
Elle grew up in Mudgee and began work as a kennel hand for Mudgee Vet Hospital in 2008 at the age of 15. After completing Year 12 she went to Charles Sturt University to complete her veterinary studies, graduating in 2018. Elle has always worked in mixed practice, beginning her career in Mackay QLD, then working for a few years on the Mid-North Coast before returning home. She has also spent some time as a district veterinarian for the central tablelands team. Elle's main interests include anything surgical, opthalmology and ultrasound. She also enjoys livestock health. Outside of work Elle loves socialising with friends, travel, keeping fit and heading back to the beach. She is enjoying being back home and a part of the Mudgee Community once again.
Dr. Jessica Butt
Veterinarian/ Partner
Jess grew up on a mixed cropping and livestock property west of Condobolin. After completing year 12 Jess spent twelve months in the US and Europe working in the equine industry. Upon her return Jess attended CSU where she completed her studies to become a Vet. During her time at CSU Jess was fortunate enough to travel through Northern Australia attending placements. ​Jess has a keen interest in all things equine, particularly lameness and reproduction. Jess also enjoys spending time in the clinic especially small animal surgeries. On her days off Jess enjoys sporting, campdrafting and values a good beer.
Dr. Charles Kensit
Veterinarian
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Meet The Team
Veterinary Nurses
Anne Leonard
Veterinary Nurse
Annie first started working for Mudgee Veterinary Hospital in 1984 and you will see her smiling face at our Gulgong Branch. She currently has a Certificate II in Veterinary Nursing and has attended many animal behavioural courses. Annie is an active breeder of Kelpies (King Hayes Kelpie Stud) and Miniature Daschunds and is involved with sheep dog trials. Living just outside of Gulgong, Annie also runs sheep which help in training her dogs. Annie enjoys spending time at the beach whilst on holidays and a cheeky glass of Scotch.
Gloria Mills
Veterinary Nurse
Gloria started working at Mudgee Veterinary Hospital in 1985 and has a certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and is also involved in teaching at our Puppy Preschool classes. Living near Lue on her family farm, Gloria has a zoo of animals from ferrets, birds and pet sheep to her horses and dogs. She brings her love and care of animals to work each day. Gloria's other interests include cooking and her new grandson.
Lisa Brennan
Veterinary Nurse
Lisa has been working at Mudgee Veterinary Hospital since 2000, and previously in the Blue Mountains and Cootamundra. Lisa holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, also continuing her study to achieve her registration and AVNAT accreditaion in Veterinary Nursing. Lisa is focused on all aspects of small animal veterinary care, with a keen interest in surgery, ranging for paediatrics to orthopaedics. You know your pet will be in good hands when Lisa is around.
Martina Dobrovsky
Veterinary Nurse
Martina came to Mudgee Veterinary Hospital in 2004 having worked as a Veterinary Nurse, both in Sydney and on the Gold Coast, in Accident and Emergency and general practice clinics. After 34 years in nursing Martina now works behind the scenes as Stock Supervisor and enjoys the challenges in this field. Martina has a new adorable fur-baby, a chocolate labrador named Fudge.
Donna Croake
Veterinary Nurse
Donna joined the Mudgee Veterinary Hospital team in 2005, gaining her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing soon after. Donna brings vast knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to work, enjoying that every day is different at Mudgee Vet Hospital. Growing up at Cudgeegong and remaining on the land, Donna has a lifetime of experience raising and treating animals. When not at work, Donna enjoys baking, camping, bush walking, spending time with the grandkids and travelling. Her love of dogs, of which she has many, means there's almost always one by her side.
Jan Stanley
Veterinary Nurse
Jan started working for Mudgee Veterinary Hospital in 2005, having completed a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. During this time she has enjoyed caring for all animals and building relationships with clients. She has been involved in puppy training and educating their owners with our puppy preschool classes, since 2005. Jan is a Mudgee local, having grown up on a farm surrounded by animals. In her spare time, Jan enjoys walking her dogs, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends.
Emily Bajada
Head Veterinary Nurse
Emily joined the team in August 2023 with 10yrs wealth of nursing experience. As well as her Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing, Emily also holds certificates in orthopedics, wound care and both emergency and critical care nursing from Sydney. In her free time Emily likes to go hiking , travel to new places and spending time with her family and friends.
Kasey Benjamin
Veterinary Nurse
Kasey joined the team in early 2023 as a veterinary nurse, having recently moved from working in Lithgow, and has held her Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing since 2021. Kasey currently lives in Running Stream and enjoys trail riding her horse Barney, and spendng time with her dog Kimba and her cat Mickey.
Ella Quarmby
Trainee Nurse
Ella joined us in 2021 for school-based work experience and was such a great fit she formally joined the MVH team in February 2022, as a trainee. Ella has completed her Certificate II in Animal Studies and is currently completing her Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing. Ella enjoys working with small and large animals with a special interest in helping care for hospitalised and emergency cases. In her spare time, Ella enjoys camping, horse riding and spending time with her friends and family. She is also wizard with her tips for social media.
Jada O'Brien
Trainee Nurse
Jada has been studying her Cert 2 in Veterinary Nursing training and joined us in February 2024. When Jada is not at work she enjoys walking her Irish Wofhound Zeus, playing guitar and is a talented singer as well.
Emily Eagle
Trainee Nurse
Emily joined us as a Trainee Vet Nurse in June 2024 and comes to us with plenty of animal experience. Outside of work she loves spending time at the beach with friends, her two daughters and her fur-babies Dallas, Beans and Florence.
Meet The Team
Customer Service
Simone Hurrell
Account Manager
Simone has worked for Mudgee Veterinary Hospital since 1990. She has a certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and has progressed over the years into Account Management. Simone enjoys spending time with her friends, family and her two kelpies Jess and Dolly.
Jaz Smith
Customer Service
Jaz has worked in the veterinary industry for the past five years and joined us in January 2022 after making the move to Mudgee. Jaz has always been surrounded by animals, growing up with a mixture of both large and small animals. Jaz spends her spare time renovating her new home, travelling and spending time with her family and friends.
Kellie McLean
Customer Service
After moving back from Canada, Kellie started her new adventure with Mudgee Vet Hospital in 2023. With a Bachelor degree in Animal Science and over 10 years experience in the animal industry, Kellie has a passion for pets and people. Outside of work, Kellie likes to horseride and spend time with family and friends. Her dog Blitz is usually along for the ride.
Purpose
Statement
Mudgee Vet Hospital believe in working and communicating as a unified team. Our aim is to understand our clients and patients' needs while providing the highest level of care and respect.
