Staff

staff

Our staff regularly attends conferences and seminars to keep up to date.

In addition we liaise regularly with specialists, to whom we can refer clients when required.

veterinary surgeons


	DR Brian Garrett- B.V.Sc Brian has recently taken over Belmont Veterinary Hospital allowing John more time to concentrate on his interests in artificial breeding. Brian has been at Belmont Vet since 2002. He graduated in 1992 from Melbourne University and spent the next 8 years working in England and traveling world wide. Brian has a particular interest in all aspects of surgery and oncology, (treatment of cancer). Outside of work, Brian enjoys Scuba Diving and Photography.
	DR Peter Yore - B.V.Sc, M.R.C.V.S. Peter joined Belmont Veterinary Hospital in 1983 from Sandown Veterinary Clinic (Melbourne) with a special interest in the Racing Greyhound. He is gifted with a relaxed teaching style, and much of his presentation as a keynote speaker at the Post Graduate Committee in Veterinary Science conference on Greyhounds that year was based on his original observation and research. He has presented clinical papers at many conferences since this time. The past few years has seen a natural extension from greyhounds to Canine Sports Medicine are to be found in his The four hour video "The Racing Greyhound" is still considered as a major contribution to Greyhound knowledge. Peter is accredited with The International Veterinary Acupuncture Society. (I.V.A.S.) and is particularly skilled in Manipulation and Chiropractic adjustments.
	Dr Ross Beatty B.V.Sc Ross Beatty has been practicing veterinary science since 1976. He was in partnership, in a practice for 25 years and is now enjoying regular part time work at Belmont Veterinary Hospital. Ross is interested in all medical and surgical problems in dogs and cats. When not working Ross enjoys playing golf badly!
	Dr Kristen Sutton B.V.Sc Kristen joined the vets at Belmont in January 2007 after graduating from Sydney University in 2006. Kristen enjoys canine medicine and surgery and when not running round the clinic, she running at home having recently completed a local half marathon.

nurses

Weight Control Clinics
Care Advice for the young owner
Pocket Pets - guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets and rats
Nails, teeth and beaks trimmed
Administering Medications
Discharges
Post Operative check ups
Dressing changes
Nutrition Advice
Dental Check
Kitten and Cat Care


	Paula Garrett - Veterinary Nurse Paula emigrated to Australia in 2000, to join Brian and a life in Australia. When she's not busy chasing paperwork, she looks after their 3 amazing children Benn, Beth and Harry and their small menagerie.
	Tessa Lord - Veterinary Nurse Tessa joined Belmont team of nurses in July 2006 and after completing her Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing, decided to return to University to study a Bachelor in Science. Between studying and working part time she still finds time to enjoy playing soccer and travelling.
	Jennifer Witt - Veterinary Nurse Jen started working at Belmont Vets in March 2003 doing work experience. She is a full time employee and enjoys surgery and running puppy pre-school classes. At home she likes to cuddle her 3 cats Kenny, Quilla and Drake. She also has a pet blue tongue lizard. One day she would love to work with exotic animals.
	Tate Aurisch - Veterinary Nurse Tate joined Belmont Veterinary Hospital in December 2005. Previously working with horses on a small stud and at the track. When she is not working she enjoy riding her horses and going to the beach with the dogs.
	Janette Cox - Veterinary Nurse Janette joined the Belmont's team of nurses in June 2006. She had been veterinary nurse for over five years and her special interests include anaesthesia, assisting surgery and post operative care. At home or at work, the animals keep her busy.
	Amanda Botham - Veterinary Nurse In May 2008 Angela joined the team of veterinary nurses and is currently attending Tafe, Kurri Kurri studying Certificate 4. Out of work she enjoys playing soccer and looking after her budgie. Jordon. Her special interests in vet nursing are in surgery and anaesthetics.

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