BVSc (Hons)

Dr Maree is the newest team member at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery.  She graduated from the University of Queensland with her Veterinary Science Degree (1990). Dr Maree brings with her a wealth of knowledge, gained from working in a variety of Veterinary Practices in Queensland, Western Australia and Papua New Guinea. She has cared for every type of animal: from dogs and cats to Cassowaries and Camels.

Dr Maree is originally from Brisbane and now lives in Tamborine.  Her menagerie of horses, dogs, chickens and her Burmese Cat keeps her very busy.  When she is not working, Dr Maree can be found competing in Western Performance and Cutting Competitions with her Painthorses and Quarter Horses.

Dr Maree loves looking after all animal’s great and small.  She particularly enjoys ensuring the senior members of our animal community are well looked after so they may enjoy a full, happy and pain free life. You will often find her and one or two of her Terrierists enjoying a stroll around Jacobs Well.

BVSc (Honours)

My name is Melissa, and you will find me at Curtis Street Vets most days with Wednesdays being spent at our sister clinic, Jacobs Well Vet Surgery. I started working at Jacobs Well Vet Surgery as a nurse in 2014 whilst studying Veterinary Science at the University of Queensland and naturally started work with Dr John and the team of lovely nursers shortly after I graduated.

I enjoy all areas of Veterinary medicine however, I have a special interest in our Brachycephalic patients including Brachycephalic airway surgery and soft tissue surgery. I also thoroughly enjoy working with our reproduction cases from AIs to performing Caesarians. When not in the clinic, you will find me out doing our Equine house calls and recently completed my Level 1 Equine Dentistry Certification.

In my spare time you will find me with my two horses – Luna, a Percheron X and Razamataz, a Belgium Draft X, having a special interest for heavy horses. I also compete in the sport of Equestrian Vaulting – having completed at State, National and International levels over the last 10 years. When not with the horses, my time is spent with my beloved fur child ‘Bentley’ an Irish Setter who loves running a much – keep an eye for us at The Spit on Sundays!

Dr Louise Haynes

BVSc (Hons)

My name is Louise Haynes and I have been working at Curtis St Vets @ Pimpama since January 2018.

I graduated from Veterinary Science with Honours at the University of Queensland in 2016. I really like the variety that working at Curtis St brings, no two days are the same! I thoroughly enjoy all aspects of surgery; both soft tissue and Orthopedic, as well as getting out and about doing mixed practice. I love having John as a mentor and am learning from his many years of experience. 

My own fur family include a young Jack Russell called Alby and two Burmese cats called Karma and Kahlua. On the weekend you will find me down at the beach with my dog, catching up with friends and family, traveling or going to a yoga class. Although I don’t have a horse of my own at the moment, my passion is in dressage. I try and get back in the saddle whenever I get the opportunity. 

I look forward to meeting and looking after you and your fur family! 

Terri

Hello my name is Terri. I have grown up at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery, working alongside Dr John and commencing my Nursing career when I was 14 years old. I have graduated with an Animal Attendant Certificate II. Then immediately started my Veterinary Nursing Certificate IV. Graduation is my highlight.

Darian

Hello, I have been working at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery since 2015.

I decided this year that I will start my training for a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. I am looking forward to learning during my course.

I especially enjoy grooming and will help your pets when they come to visit us next. Please don’t hesitate to ask me any questions.  I also like to go out on House Calls with the Vets (e.g. Dr John). So you may see me there. But, often I am in the back room assisting to keep your pets safe when they are having their anaesthetics.

In my spare time I ride and train horses and compete nationally with my Arabians and dressage horses. 

Hannah

Hi, my name is Hannah. I have always had a love of animals every since I was a little girl. My dream has always been to become a veterinary nurse.

I began at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery with Dr John while I was still at school. Now, I have almost completed my Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

I have been working at both Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery and Curtis Street Vets @ Pimpama. I especially love learning new things and aspire to do my best for you and your beloved pet when you come into either of our clinics.

Michelle B

Hi, I am a local lady, and you will find me at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery working With Dr Maree on Friday mornings.

Many years ago I graduated with my Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.  I have broadened my experiences working at Coolangatta Veterinary Hospital, Ormeau Veterinary Clinic and Love That Pet (Gold Coast North Campus)

I am compassionate and confident, and believe I can offer fantastic nursing Care for both you and your pets.

Ashley

Hi, my name is Ashley and I am the newest member of the Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery Team. During the school term I work on Saturday mornings with Dr John at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery.

I try my hardest to be helpful and to look after any of the animals that come into my care. I make sure they have clean beds to lie on and plenty of food and water if they need it (or none if they are not allowed them on this day).

Every holiday I try to work as much as I can at either Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery or Curtis Street Vets @ Pimpama. I am studying hard so I can go to University and work with animals as my career.

Branson

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 garm. 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.

Now I am studying Agribusiness at University of Queensland (Gatton Campus) and hope to study Veterinary Science once I have finished this degree. You will meet me working - assisting the Veterinary Nurses on my holiday breaks, when I return to the Gold Coast. I enjoy meeting all the wonderful pets you bring to 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.