Our clinic is an ECO Friendly Clinic. We have installed multiple solar panels on our roof of our clinic to ensure a reduction in our Carbon Footprint production. We ensure that all our power switches are switched off when they aren’t being used. 

We implement several water saving measures, which include using tank water and also using bore water for the toilet. 

We try to minimise our paper usage, by emailing our clients instead of sending letters and faxes. We recycle all our ink cartridges with Planet Ark and also welcoming our clients to use our bin to help the eco system. We also recycle our cardboard boxes.

BVSc

Dr John began his Veterinary career in mixed dairy practice in Gippsland, country Victoria before returning to Queensland in 1980. His extensive knowledge and experience over the next 40 years as a dairy consultant Veterinarian, educator and companion animal Veterinarian in private practice has made Dr John a dedicated and exceptional Veterinarian.

Over the course of his career, Dr John expanded his skills in Integrative Veterinary Medicine. Integrated Veterinary Medicine focuses on the whole animal. It combines the best of conventional western Veterinary medicine and therapies from other disciplines. e.g. Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Veterinary medicine, healthy nutrition and natural medicine. He is a member of the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapy which is a world-leading educator in natural medicine.

Dr John is based at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery and aims to provide his patients with the best integrated approach to achieve healing, wellbeing and better health. He loves caring for senior pets of all descriptions with chronic diseases and enjoys being able to make their lives more comfortable in their senior years.

In his spare time, Dr John is: a lover of all animals great and small, a breeder of Border Collies (over 40 years), a passionate member of the Alfa Romeo Owners Club of Australia, a musical theatre enthusiast and a Star Trek fanatic. He is also an avid supporter of the Broncos NRL and the Maroons State of Origin teams. He enjoys cooking, and is passionate about creating smoked food.

Dr John owns a young Border Collie named Kiva and has a real soft spot for Guinea pigs.

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Dr Bree graduated from James Cook University in Townsville in 2014. She promptly moved down to our beautiful Gold Coast. Here, she has worked as a full time small animal Veterinarian.

Curtis Street Vets@Pimpama welcomed Dr Bree in May 2020. She occasionally works at our sister clinic, Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery. Dr Bree has a special interest in all things surgical. She aspires to further her skills and knowledge in surgery, whilst maintaining the best care possible for all her animal clients.

Dr Bree has a deep love for animals. She prides herself on caring for each pet as though they were her own. Dr Bree has an especially soft spot for our rescued friends. Therefore, it is no surprise that she has rescued a few of her own: Franklyn her boisterous Ridgeback x, Leroy her cheeky Chihuahua x, and her gorgeous domestic medium haired cat Duncan.

When she is not at work, Dr Bree enjoys all thing outdoors, including hiking, player soccer and working in her garden.

Dr Bree’s infectious energy and enthusiasm is coupled with patience and dedication to solving all your concerns, whether minor or the more complex. 

Jen

Cert II (Animal Studies), BAgBus, BVTech

Hello, I was born in Brisbane, but quickly moved with my parents (Dr John and Dr Christine) to Killarney. Growing up inside Killarney Veterinary Surgery and on the farm was a wonderful childhood. I was able to participate in the many activities of Veterinary Life, as well as enjoy the outdoor arena on the farm. I grew up with dogs, cats, chooks, cattle, horses and guinea pigs.

I have always wanted to become a veterinarian having a deep compassion for pets and their problems. I worked and studied during my high school and graduated with a Certificate II in Animal Studies.

I have finished studying Agribusiness and Veterinary Technology at University of Queensland (Gatton Campus). I hope to study Veterinary Science once I have finished these degrees. You will meet me - assisting my Clients, Patients, Veterinarians and Veterinary Nurses now that I am working full-time. I especially enjoy meeting all your wonderful pets as you come into our Veterinary Surgeries.

I also participate in the background management assisting my parents. In my free time, I enjoy taking the Golden Retrievers down to the beach so they can romp to their hearts content on the sand and through the water.

Tess

Certificate IV - Veterinary Nursing

I feel very lucky to be working at Curtis Street Vets @ Pimpama. After leaving school I completed my Certificate III in Animal Studies. I then worked at the Strawberry Farm because I wanted to work with animals.  I am very happy to say that I am now qualified in Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. My next goal is to study a Diploma to know even more about the care of the pets that visit us. 

I was so glad to be chosen to work in this community.  I have studied hard and listened to all the vets’ advice and I feel confident if you come into my surgery, with my help, you will attain the best outcome for you and your pet.

At home I have Cockatoos, Guinea Pigs and my fur baby ‘Chicky’, a Jack Russell cross Pug, who keep me company. ‘Chicky’ often comes to assist me on my workdays. When you visit you may see her relaxing down the back. She also finds her way into the Facebook pages because she is so cute.

Don’t be surprised if I welcome you into Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery, for, time to time, I work over there with Dr John Ryan.

Sasha

Certificate IV - Veterinary Nursing

Hi. My name is Sasha. I have been working at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery and Curtis Street Vets@Pimpama since 2018.

I decided that I wanted to work with animals, so I studied Certificate II in Animal Studies. Since then, I furthered my education and I am now a qualified Nurse in Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

I am learning so much everyday working with such a dedicated and professional team. Every day, I feel so privileged to be doing something I love. Being able to give love and compassion for animals is a dream come true. I am happy to help you in any way possible and take the upmost care of your little fur baby!

Nicky

I began my Veterinary Receptionist Career at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery in 2012 and during that time have broadened my knowledge of animals vastly. 

I love coming to work and meeting all the beautiful animals, and their carers, who come through the practice doors.

Animals have been a passion since very young.  My leisure time is mostly taken up by Dog Sports e.g. Agility, Dock Diving and Noseworks.  I also attend seminars and workshops where topics vary from Animal Behaviour to Dog Obedience.  At our local dog club, I have taught Basic Dog Obedience for the last 6 years and have won some agility dog competitions. 

Branson